Cascais Launches Innovative Oil Collection System

Solving a complex problem with a simple solution. The collection and storage of used cooking oil from households has always proved complex. Faced with this challenge, Cascais presented a pioneering project that allows the oil to solidify directly in the frying pan. This solution prevents dripping and facilitates storage until it is deposited at collection points. With the creation of 100 more oil bins throughout the municipality, integrating filling sensors and geolocation, Cascais wants to change the paradigm, considering waste as a resource, since all the oil collected will be transformed into fuel (green energy and biodiesel) for Cascais Ambiente's waste collection lorries, thus closing the circle of the circular economy.