The Presbyterian Church of Ghana has set a target of establishing 200 plastic recovery receptacles by 2028 as part of activities marking the church’s 200th anniversary.
Speaking at an Ecological Integrity Workshop held at the PCG Head Office in Accra this week, the Coordinator for PRESED, Mr. Emmanuel Ankamah, explained that the target was intentionally designed to be both ambitious and achievable.
“This is the approach we have adopted throughout the programme,” he said. “We do not want to set overly ambitious targets that we may not be able to achieve. Our goal is to have 200 receptacles in place by 2028, which coincides with the Church’s bicentenary celebrations.”
Mr. Ankamah added that while the Church is focused on meeting the 200‑receptacle target, it would gladly welcome the opportunity to exceed it.
“If by 2028 we are able to establish 400 or even 500 receptacles, then praise the Lord. That will be a great achievement not only for the Church but also for the nation,” he stated.
The plastic recovery initiative, which began with a single collection point at Emmanuel Congregation, Madina, has expanded steadily over the years to include numerous Presbyterian congregations and institutions across the country. The programme forms part of the Church’s broader commitment to environmental stewardship, addressing plastic pollution through recycling, public education, and community engagement.
Mr. Ankamah emphasised that the success of the initiative depends on the active participation of church members, schools, communities, and partners working together toward a shared vision.
“We are doing this with everybody. Every single person has a role to play. Together, we can achieve the vision of establishing 200 receptacles by 2028 and contribute significantly to keeping our environment clean,” he said.
The initiative aligns with the church’s long‑term commitment to creation care and its desire to promote responsible environmental practices across all congregations and institutions.
By: Elizabeth Boafo-Mensah, Christian Messenger
