Collection and Upcycling of Mixed Plastics in Manila, Philippines (PPRS) Upcycling Plastic ensuring long-term sustainability and impact

ensuring long-term sustainability and impact

lacks waste management and recycling infrastructure

allowing us to re-use 80-85% of the consumed water for washing

preventing pollution and preserving this vital water source

Support for this project will allow them to expand their collection network and provide waste pickers and fishermen with more incentives

Collection and Upcycling of Mixed Plastics in Manila, Philippines (PPRS) Upcycling Plastic ensuring long-term sustainability and impactThis project partner upcycles mixed plastic waste and polypropylene (PP), a common plastic type found in household and commercial packaging, into pails and storage boxes, helping address plastic pollution and creating a more circular economy. In the region, the plastic waste crisis is exacerbated by limited waste management infrastructure and a high volume of single use plastics. To help mitigate this, the partner utilizes post consumer recycled (PCR)