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Data last verified: Monday, 02/05/2024

1Ocean-bound plastic

Plastic Bank operates under the global standard defined by Jenna Jambeck. Ocean-bound plastic is defined as plastic that has not yet found its way into the ocean but is classified as "mismanaged waste". That is, plastic that is not being (formally) collected, is not likely to be collected, and is found within 50km of an ocean-bound waterway or coastal area.

2Community Members

Individuals within a recycling community who collect plastic and exchange it at a Plastic Bank collection branch for secure income and life-improving benefits.

3Equivalent Bottles Stopped

The amount of ocean-bound plastic collected and recycled in our recycling communities converted into bottles. Conversion rate is 50 bottles per kg (the average weight of a 500mL bottle is ~20g)

4Recycling Communities

Community of plastic collectors living within 50 kilometres of ocean-bound waterways involved in plastic collection and its exchange at Plastic Bank collection points.

Alchemy™

Alchemy is the blockchain platform that powers the Plastic Bank app. It enables fully traceable recycling processes, secures income for recycling community members and tailors impact reports for our stewards.

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We want anyone to be able to participate with us in reducing plastic pollution and poverty around the world. To that end, we have created a scaled impact program that works for all budgets and products.

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What Supporter partnerships bring to your business

SUSTAINABLE OUTCOMES

Unmatched Social and Environmental Impact

When you enter a Supporter Partnership, you are investing in the recovery of ocean-bound plastic, income premiums to our members, and recycling infrastructure. This reduces plastic pollution and poverty by making recycling profitable for the world’s most underprivileged communities.

 

CSR BENEFITS

Customer Loyalty and Purpose-based Marketing

Studies show that consumers are eager to support companies that value sustainability. As a supporter, you will gain access to a powerful regenerative platform. It will connect your brand to a generation of environmentally and socially conscious consumers by empowering them to make sustainable choices through your product.

 

TRUSTED REPORTING

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In partnership with IBM, Plastic Bank has created an ethical, auditable, and fully traceable network. As a supporter, this ensures your impact as a partner is always 100% guaranteed and traceable to the kilo. Your personal supporter page will showcase that impact for the world to see.

 

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