https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/08/8-inspiring-innovations-tackling-plastic-pollution/
8 inspiring innovations tackling plastic pollution
the global plastic innovation network unveils its second cohort of geographically diverse innovators plastic pollution of which 50% are female
key solutions involve: waste prevention/ alternative materials/ waste management/ improved transparency of plastic supply chains
innovation and collaberation are key in creating a future free of plastic pollution
angirus: sustainable bricks from recycled plastic waste
again: decentralised reusable packaging cleaning infrsastructure
recyclepoints: point based incentive model for recycled plastics in nigeria.
orgro fibre: offer sustainable, eco friendly alternative to plastic bags for farming in india. made of wool, banana fibre, sugar cane, jute and other agrowaste materials.
i might think about how i can identify small start up companies which are making small changes for better ocean environment and find ways to better promote them and get more people into using their products.
Watine, Poonam. “8 Innovators Paving the Way to Tackle Plastic Pollution.” World Economic Forum, 4 Aug. 2022, www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/08/8-inspiring-innovations-tackling-plastic-pollution/. [accessed 19 Feb 2024]