One year after its launch, the municipal program “Comenzando por Casa” has shown its first results in terms of urban cleaning, citizen participation, and environmental awareness. The initiative, implemented by the Undersecretariat of Environment and coordinated with various municipal areas, has consolidated itself as an active public policy in the territory, with a weekly presence in different neighborhoods of the city.
The core of the program focuses on community cleaning and environmental awareness days, in which residents, volunteers, and technical teams work together to improve the environment and promote responsible habits. “That day we carried out a collective cleaning, but above all, we worked with the residents on implementing changes in habits and taking responsibility for the waste we generate. The cleaning of neighborhoods and public spaces is everyone's responsibility,” stated the Secretary of Public Services, Architect Alejandro López, who highlighted “the good reception and the commitment of the residents.”
The proposal reached a wide territorial coverage, with more than 35 neighborhoods intervened during this year, including Benito Legerén, General Lamadrid, Tiro Federal, San Agustín, Chacho Peñaloza, Sarmiento, Gruta de Lourdes, Cipo and 128 Viviendas, Barrio Golf and, this week, Barrio La Arrocera, following a schedule that prioritizes areas with the greatest environmental problems.
The tasks carried out at each point include general cleaning, collection of bulky waste, weeding, and house-to-house visits to talk with residents and institutions about proper waste management, encouraging source separation, compliance with collection schedules, and joint work for the eradication of micro-landfills.
During each visit, consultations are also carried out to learn about the residents' perception of the collection service, listen to suggestions, and continue improving the quality of the service.
PROGRAM SCOPE
Regarding the reach that “Comenzando por Casa” had in 2025, 525 people managed to participate in the sessions, including residents, volunteers, and technical staff.
70 institutions—including schools, soup kitchens, chapels, and health centers—joined the activities, strengthening intersectoral work.
More than 180 tons of waste were removed, which allowed for the reduction of micro-landfills and the improvement of the state of public space.
50 environmental signs were placed to reinforce visual communication regarding the care of the environment.
This concrete action, in the territory, not only generated visible improvements in urban cleaning but also promoted a cultural change regarding environmental responsibility. With the support of the community and neighborhood institutions, the program is positioned as a key policy to move towards a cleaner, more orderly, and sustainable city.
The core of the program focuses on community cleaning and environmental awareness days, in which residents, volunteers, and technical teams work together to improve the environment and promote responsible habits. “That day we carried out a collective cleaning, but above all, we worked with the residents on implementing changes in habits and taking responsibility for the waste we generate. The cleaning of neighborhoods and public spaces is everyone's responsibility,” stated the Secretary of Public Services, Architect Alejandro López, who highlighted “the good reception and the commitment of the residents.”
The proposal reached a wide territorial coverage, with more than 35 neighborhoods intervened during this year, including Benito Legerén, General Lamadrid, Tiro Federal, San Agustín, Chacho Peñaloza, Sarmiento, Gruta de Lourdes, Cipo and 128 Viviendas, Barrio Golf and, this week, Barrio La Arrocera, following a schedule that prioritizes areas with the greatest environmental problems.
The tasks carried out at each point include general cleaning, collection of bulky waste, weeding, and house-to-house visits to talk with residents and institutions about proper waste management, encouraging source separation, compliance with collection schedules, and joint work for the eradication of micro-landfills.
During each visit, consultations are also carried out to learn about the residents' perception of the collection service, listen to suggestions, and continue improving the quality of the service.
PROGRAM SCOPE
Regarding the reach that “Comenzando por Casa” had in 2025, 525 people managed to participate in the sessions, including residents, volunteers, and technical staff.
70 institutions—including schools, soup kitchens, chapels, and health centers—joined the activities, strengthening intersectoral work.
More than 180 tons of waste were removed, which allowed for the reduction of micro-landfills and the improvement of the state of public space.
50 environmental signs were placed to reinforce visual communication regarding the care of the environment.
This concrete action, in the territory, not only generated visible improvements in urban cleaning but also promoted a cultural change regarding environmental responsibility. With the support of the community and neighborhood institutions, the program is positioned as a key policy to move towards a cleaner, more orderly, and sustainable city.