Case Studies
Challenge: Ocean plastic pollution was a significant environmental issue in coastal communities.
Community Action: The Plastic Bank created a system where communities could exchange collected plastic waste for money, goods, or services. The initiative focused on reducing ocean plastic while addressing poverty.
Impact:
Reduced ocean plastic pollution in vulnerable areas.
Created economic opportunities for impoverished communities.
Raised awareness about the value of waste and recycling.
Promoted a circular economy through innovative recycling initiatives.Overfishing and degradation of marine ecosystems threatened livelihoods and marine biodiversity.
The Plastic Bank is a global initiative now operating in several countries including Haiti, Brazil, Egypt, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Read more about it here:
Right here at home, the Grenada Green Group (G3) has a similar project aimed at collecting and recycling plastic bottles in public spaces around the island. Find more here on their Facebook.