1. Introduction

Greener Pastures Recycling Company (Pty) Ltd ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable South African legislation.

This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our waste management and recycling services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Client Information: Names, contact details, company information for service agreements
• Waste Data: Types/quantities of waste materials processed (as required by SA Waste Act 59 of 2008)
• Website Usage: Cookies and analytics data (as per ECTA requirements)

3. How We Use Your Information

We process personal information to:

• Provide recycling and waste management services
• Comply with SA waste reporting regulations (SAWIS)
• Improve our services and environmental impact
• Communicate about service updates or regulatory changes

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information with:

• Regulatory Bodies: As required by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment (DFFE)
• Service Providers: Waste transporters with proper licensing
• Legal Compliance: When required by South African law

We never sell personal data to third parties.

5. Data Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:

• Secure servers with encryption
• Access controls to waste processing data
• Regular staff POPIA compliance training
• Secure destruction of records per National Archives Act

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Object to processing of personal information
• Lodge complaints with the Information Regulator

7. Contact Our Information Officer

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:

This policy may be updated to comply with regulatory changes. Please review periodically.