After becoming homeless, Ryan Thomas had to weigh the few income-earning options available to those in his situation.
He always had an interest in environmental pursuits, spurred in part by Michael Jackson songs highlighting the ailing Earth, so deciding to start collecting refundable recyclables just clicked in his mind.
“It was a no brainer to pick it up,” Thomas said.
He then jumped on the chance to join the upstart Diverters’ Foundation, a Victoria group that creates economic opportunities for recyclable collectors through a number of programs that ensure materials stay out of the landfill.