COLIBA Africa is an Ivorian social enterprise founded in 2017, dedicated to addressing the critical issue of plastic waste. Our mission is to structure and industrialize plastic waste recycling in Africa, while prioritizing the empowerment of women and leveraging mobile technologies to drive sustainable change. Since 2022, COLIBA Africa has established 30 plastic waste collection centers in Abidjan and Bouaké, providing a structured and fair working environment for over 6,200 informal plastic waste collectors in more than 18 cities across Côte d'Ivoire. By ensuring fair compensation for the materials collected, we are not only enhancing recycling programs but also creating green jobs that contribute to reducing plastic pollution. In 2023, our efforts generated $420,000 in additional income for these collectors, and we aim to reach $1 million by 2026.

Libe Green Innovation, a Tanzanian social enterprise founded in 2018, is dedicated to addressing the environmental crisis of plastic waste by integrating sustainable practices and fostering socio-economic growth. Their mission centers on reducing plastic pollution, enhancing recycling programs, and creating green jobs, particularly for women and youth. They transform collected plastic waste into valuable resources like recycled flakes and eco-friendly products, providing materials for the manufacturing industry while promoting waste management practices across public spaces. The enterprise is not only focused on environmental conservation but also committed to empowering marginalized groups. By providing waste pickers with protective equipment (PPE), health and safety training, and formal employment opportunities, Libe Green Innovation helps create dignified livelihoods, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)

Cleaning the plastic from the Mediterranean Sea and transforming it into long-lasting design products.

Ocean Integrity Group is a leading environmental organization dedicated to combating ocean plastic pollution through sustainable practices and innovative technology. Operating across Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, and South America, they are recognized as the largest ocean plastic retrieval company globally, with a significant emphasis on social impact through the collection of plastic waste. Annually, Ocean Integrity recovers over 100,000 tonnes of various plastics, including PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS, and Nylon. Their commitment to sustainable stewardship is evident through key contributions such as reducing plastic pollution, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, conserving water resources, protecting biodiversity, enhancing recycling programs, providing environmental education, creating green jobs, improving waste management, removing pollution from the environment, and minimizing litter and waste sent to landfills. A cornerstone of their approach is the integration of cutting-edge technology for transparent tracking. Utilizing blockchain technology, Ocean Integrity ensures that every kilogram of collected plastic is traceable back into the supply chain, promoting transparency and accountability in their operations.