Turning waste into wonder: Kolos launches Trash to Art 2025

At a time when conversations around sustainability are more urgent than ever, Kolos Cement Ltd is taking an inspiring route to raise awareness: art. The company has launched the 2025 edition of its Trash to Art initiative, a creative sustainability project that challenges how we see waste by transforming discarded materials into powerful works of art. This initiative invites participants from within the company to reimagine waste as a medium of expression. Plastic bottles, scrap metal, cardboard, worn textiles - all typically destined for landfills – can be given a second life as sculptures, installations, and everyday objects that provoke thought and inspire dialogue.

More than an internal competition, Trash to Art reflects Kolos’ commitment to environmental responsibility. The initiative aligns with key sustainability principles - reduce, reuse, and repurpose - while encouraging participants to think differently about consumption and creativity. The artworks will be judged not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for the ingenuity with which materials are reused and the environmental message they convey.

Beyond its artistic merit, the impact of Trash to Art is tangible. It will divert waste from landfills, spark conversations around sustainability, and foster a culture of innovation across the company.