The Eco-nnect Bottle to WiFi Vendo project of the Iloilo City government is launched Monday (June 22, 2026). (Photo from Iloilo City Government)

ILOILO CITY — This highly urbanized city launched on Monday its “Eco-nnect Bottle to WiFi Vendo” project that will provide free internet connectivity in exchange for polyethylene therephthalate (PET) plastic bottles.

“We encourage that instead of throwing them away, they can exchange them for free WiFi,” said Mayor Raisa Treñas, who led the launch of the prototype after the flag-raising ceremony.

She said the city government will continue to innovate and use other incentives for animals, like free dog food.

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