Plastic Collective

🌍 Pushing for a Certified Plastic-Free Future! 💡 Verra are attending #INC5, pushing for global solutions to plastic pollution. Verra’s rigorous certification ensures our impactful projects in Java Island and Ghana meet the highest standards, proving real impact without greenwashing. Transforming waste into opportunities for communities  ♻️ At Plastic Collective, we empower change with on-the-ground plastic collection in vulnerable communities around the globe, while Verra ensures robust frameworks to monitor, certify and to scale these efforts globally. This ensures there is no risk of greenwashing. Together, we’re driving a cleaner, more sustainable world. 🌱 Read more about Verra’s role at INC-5: https://lnkd.in/eYXDbE7A #Sustainability #INC5 #PlasticSolutions #CircularEconomy #PlasticCollective

#BlackFriday is here, the annual peak of overconsumption... While sales skyrocket, so does the strain on our planet. 🌍 As professionals and leaders, we have the opportunity and responsibility to drive meaningful change. This Black Friday, let’s shift the narrative: ✨ Prioritise sustainable practices over single-use consumption. ✨ Collaborate with purpose to create lasting impact for our planet. At Plastic Collective, we partner with businesses to turn waste into opportunity. Together, we can: ✅ Reduce plastic pollution. ✅ Empower communities. ✅ Lead the way toward a circular and sustainable future. Let’s create impact that extends far beyond sales 🛍️ Are you ready to take the next step in your sustainability journey? Learn how to offset your plastic footprint by reaching out to us today 👣 #SustainableLeadership #PlasticRevolution #CircularEconomy #PlasticCollective #BlackFriday #Plastic #Overconsumption #PlasticPollution

🌟 INC-5: The Turning Point for a Plastic-Free Future 🌟 This week in Busan, governments and stakeholders will gather for INC-5, a critical step toward a globally binding treaty on plastic pollution🌍 At Plastic Collective, we believe: ✅ A strong, coordinated treaty is essential to harmonise regulations, reduce complexity, and unlock scalable solutions. ✅ But we don’t need to wait for decisions, the time to act is NOW. 💡 What can we do TODAY? 👉 Drive innovation in plastic reduction and recycling. 👉 Collaborate across industries to accelerate progress. 👉 Build momentum that supports the treaty's success. We’re inspired by the dedication of spokes-leaders like Erin Simon, Christina Dixon, Jodie Roussell who continue to push for a bold, binding treaty. Your insights and commitment to bold, binding action continues to guide the global community 🙌 Let’s seize this moment to act, innovate, and lead. Together, we can set the pace for the bold solutions the world urgently needs. 💬 What are you doing to tackle plastic pollution now? We’d love to hear from you in the comments below! #PlasticsTreaty #ActNow #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #INC5

🌍 Transforming Recycling in 2024 🌱 The future of sustainability is unfolding now, with recycling innovation leading the charge. As we step into 2024, several groundbreaking trends are shaping our path to a circular economy: 📊 Smart Recycling: Advanced sorting technologies and AI-driven solutions are optimising waste management like never before, enabling higher-quality recycled materials and reducing landfill dependency (Watch this space for Plastic Collective 2025 👀) ♻️ Community Action: Grassroots education and local initiatives are empowering individuals and communities to embrace sustainable practices, reminding us that true change starts at home. 💡 Innovations in Plastics: Chemical recycling is paving the way for previously non-recyclable plastics to be given a second life, underscoring the critical need for constant innovation. At Plastic Collective, we’re inspired to play our part in addressing plastic pollution. Together, through collaboration, technology, and shared responsibility, we can advance toward a more sustainable future. 🌟 What innovations or initiatives are inspiring your organisation to make an impact in 2024? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️ #PlasticNeutral #PlasticCollective #Recycling #CircularEconomy #plastic #plasticwaste

The countdown to INC-5 is on! 📢 🌍This pivotal global gathering will finalise a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution by addressing production, design, waste management, and more. 💬 Don’t miss exclusive insights from our CEO Steve Hardman, who shares his vision for how this treaty can drive meaningful change in an upcoming interview! Discover what INC-5 means for our planet and how it could reshape the future of plastics 💡 ➡ Read More Here https://lnkd.in/eJU9F8MC Join us in the fight against plastic pollution! ♻ #PlasticPollution #INC5 #Sustainability #GlobalGoals #PlasticCollective

Empowering Change Through Collective Action in Indonesia!🌏 At Plastic Collective, we believe that tackling plastic pollution starts with empowering communities and building circular economies at the local level. That’s why we’re thrilled to be continuing our work with partners Verra and SEArcular by Greencore Resources Ltd in Java, Indonesia, through the Indonesia National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) Task Forces. 🇮🇩 Our collaboration isn’t just about waste management, it’s about equipping communities with education, skills, and tools to reshape the way plastic is used, managed, and reused. Together, we’re laying the groundwork for sustainable practices that last and generate positive social and environmental impact. Here’s what this partnership means to us: 🔹 Local waste solutions that are adaptable, scalable, and empowering 🔹 Building knowledge and training programs that enable communities to become leaders in circular economy practices 🔹 Expanding our mission to regenerate ecosystems and transform plastic waste from a problem into an opportunity Through this partnership, we’re getting closer to a world free of plastic pollution one empowered community at a time. 🤝 Thank you to Verra and SEArcular, and to everyone who is part of this journey with us! Let’s keep building momentum and reshaping what’s possible! 🌿 #PlasticCollective #Verra #SEArcular #NPAP #Indonesia #EmpoweringCommunities #CircularEconomy #PlasticWaste #SustainableFuture #TogetherForChange

How Much Plastic is Actually Recycled? ♻️ At Plastic Collective, we know that plastic waste is a massive issue that requires urgent attention. But how much of the plastic we put into recycling really gets recycled? 🤔 In our latest blog, we dive deep into the imbalance between virgin and recycled plastics, uncovering the challenges that make recycling less effective than we'd hope. From the complexities of sorting to the demand for new plastics in industries, we break down why so much of our plastic still ends up in landfills or the ocean. As an industry, we need to ask: What more can be done to close this gap? From improving recycling technologies to shifting consumer behaviour and policy changes, the road to a circular economy requires collaborative efforts across the entire supply chain. 💬 What do you think needs to be done to make plastic recycling more effective? We’d love to hear your insights and ideas in the comments below Read the full article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eQxY3mdt #PlasticRecycling #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RecycledPlastics #PlasticWaste #IndustryInsights #PlasticCollective #SustainableInnovation #EnvironmentalImpact

Protecting both Communities and the Oceans in Indonesia 🌊 Exciting news! 🌟 SEArcular by Greencore Resources Ltd and AXA have to teamed up to support Indonesia’s incredible waste pickers, the unsung heroes on the front lines of plastic pollution 🌍 Every day, waste pickers in Indonesia put themselves at risk to protect our environment, but often lack access to essential healthcare and safety protections. Now, with AXA’s micro-insurance and SEArcular’s commitment to safe, dignified working conditions, we're changing the game. Waste pickers now have access to basic healthcare and accident coverage, making it possible for them to work safely and with dignity. 🏥 Our involvement in Java Surabaya Searcular project is about more than recycling plastic, it’s about building a sustainable ecosystem that values people, protects families, and strengthens communities 👪 🔗 Read more about how we're transforming lives in our latest blog https://lnkd.in/gsAxTipm #PlasticCollective #SEArcular #AXAInsurance #PlasticPollution #SocialImpact #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement

Upcoming Webinar: How Plastic Credits Can Drive the Global Plastics Treaty Forward! We’re excited to announce that Sarah Hadley from Plastic Collective will be moderating an insightful webinar hosted by the PREVENT Waste Alliance core group on plastic credits! This session will dive into how plastic credits are becoming essential tools in supporting the goals of the Global Plastics Treaty, from enhancing transparency to advancing impactful National Action Plans. 📅 Date: November 12, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM CET 💻 Where: Online via MS Teams – Registration required! What’s on the Agenda? You’ll hear from leading experts as they explore the mechanics of plastic credits, minimum standards, integration with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, and their socio-economic impact. Sarah will moderate a dynamic Q&A, offering attendees the chance to connect with experts on these game-changing topics. Who Should Join? ✅ Policymakers and delegations involved with the INC ✅ Sustainability leaders and corporate decision-makers ✅ NGOs, civil society advocates, and anyone curious about plastic credits and their impact on global sustainability goals Learn from the experts PCX Solutions Verra Kristen Linscott, CPA, Zero Plastic Oceans 🌊 Silke Megelski BVRio Thierry Sanders Henning Wilts Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities, Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy Seven Clean Seas Removall Carbon Côme Falque Ina Ballik Reserve your spot now to be part of this important conversation! 🔗 Register here https://lnkd.in/ew3f-WfV #PlasticCredits #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #PlasticCollective #SustainableSolutions #Webinar

🌍 Achieving Plastic Circularity: Choosing the Right Offsetting Approach 🌍 At Plastic Collective, we’re on a mission to close the loop on plastic waste, but what does it take to create a truly circular plastic economy? Achieving plastic circularity means choosing solutions that reduce, recycle, and repurpose plastic waste effectively, ensuring that materials stay in use rather than polluting our environment ♻️ From plastic neutrality projects to innovative recycling programs, finding the right offset approach involves asking key questions: Can we measure the impact? Does it benefit local communities? Will it support long-term change? Choosing the best approach isn’t just about offsetting plastic, it’s about creating sustainable systems that drive real impact for people and the planet🌎 💡 How is your organisation working toward circularity? Let’s connect and collaborate on a plastic-free future! Find out more through link in the comments 👇 #PlasticCircularity #PlasticWaste #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #PlasticCollective #PlasticOffsetting