DOA System Recycles 33 Million Packages: Top Cities Revealed

The Depozito Management System (DOA), launched under the Zero Waste vision, collected 33 million 333 thousand 990 packages in just 17 days since July 1. User registrations reached 2 million 331 thousand 984 during the same period. The system aims to efficiently recycle waste materials like glass, plastic, and aluminum by separating them at the source.

City-Wise Packaging Collection Rankings

Top five cities by package collection volume:

■Istanbul: 2 million 760 thousand 802

■Denizli: 1 million 332 thousand 752

■Sakarya: 1 million 260 thousand 888

■Ankara: 1 million 225 thousand 795

■Bursa: 1 million 200 thousand 501

Economic Implications of Environmental Initiatives

Operated under the Coordination of the Turkey Environmental Agency (TÜÇA), the DOA system not only addresses environmental concerns but also injects raw materials into the economy, fostering new business models in the recycling industry. Through DOA return machines and mobile applications, citizens actively participate in environmental protection while contributing to the process.

Rüzgar Ersoy, Financial Technologies and Banking Sector Director: The DOA system represents more than just an environmental solution—it's a high-value economic opportunity. As recycling efficiency improves, sustainable financing models and green investment trends will gain strong momentum. These systems, when integrated with digital payment innovations in banking and fintech, could significantly influence consumer behavior.