rePurpose Global

?? Every rePurpose Global impact project creates lasting change—beyond just cleaning up plastic. Our mission goes beyond plastic recovery. Along with our brand partners, the rePurpose Global coalition is driving One Planet Impact which safeguards the environment, uplifts communities, and empowers people to build a sustainable future. Through our work, we are leading the charge on plastic action, but the true impact reaches much further. Here’s how One Planet Impact is making a difference through three core pillars: 1. Protecting the Environment Our global impact projects have recovered 70 million+ pounds of plastic waste, stopping it from polluting rivers, oceans, and landscapes. By focusing on particularly vulnerable and fragile ecosystems, we’re restoring wildlife habitats and biodiversity hotspots across the globe. 2. Strengthening Communities We partner with local communities to strengthen waste management services and create systemic change in areas that are most impacted by the plastic pollution crisis. By partnering with local organizations and providing support and resources to grow, we are setting up regular waste management systems where oftentimes none existed before. Our projects drive long-term solutions that not only tackle plastic pollution but also support economic growth and social well-being creating lasting, sustainable futures. 3. Empowering People Waste workers are at the core of the solution. Our projects ensure dignified work, fair wages, and safe working conditions for over 2000+ workers, creating social equity in the fight against plastic pollution. These waste warriors are critical to our impact, and we are committed to improving their livelihoods as they help recover millions of pounds of plastic waste. Plastic waste crisis - is a humanitarian crisis as much as an environmental one. With the One Planet Impact model, we recognize the intersection of environmental protection, social justice, and economic opportunity. Join us in our mission to create a world where environmental protection, community well-being, and human dignity are inextricably linked with solving the global plastic waste crisis.?

?? Calling all early-stage entrepreneurs eager to explore India’s plastics, textile, and fashion waste management sector! Join us at the upcoming webinar, hosted in collaboration with Upaya Social Ventures and Global Business Inroads (GBI). This is your opportunity to gain insights into the Dignified Jobs Accelerator and explore how the Circular Innovation Cohort 2025 can help you drive impactful change in the industry! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/g-BwpWRR ??? Date: 16th October 2024 ? Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with fellow innovators! Rachna Chandrashekhar | Aakansha Shenoy | Leena Pishe Thomas | Harsha Lingam | Shruti Satsangi | Kamal Raj | Pooja Moitra IKEA Foundation | Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs | ANDE South Asia

?? Heading to SB24 San Diego next week? Our team is thrilled to join innovators and business leaders at Sustainable Brands's #SB24SanDiego for powerful conversations on creating meaningful impact in today’s sustainability ecosystem. We’re hosting two sessions you won’t want to miss! October 14th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT First up, our co-founders Svanika Balasubramanian and Aditya Siroya will lead the session, "Evolving Methodologies, Tools, and Processes for Addressing Global Plastic Pollution" alongside Sustainable Ocean Alliance co-founder Daniela V. Fernandez. This session will dive into how brands can take strategic, responsible action on plastic, explore circular innovation for a sustainable future, and highlight the tools and frameworks needed for long-term impact. October 15th, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT Next, Svanika Balasubramanian will join Jeannie Jarnot, founder and CEO of Beauty Heroes? for a panel discussion "Catalyzing Circular Action: How Retailers Drive Sustainability in CPG", exploring how retailers are driving environmental change. From upskilling and educating brands to embedding impact into their products, discover how retailers are becoming key players in the sustainability movement. Would you be attending the event? Connect with our team Vinay Sharma Candice Lawton Meg Hilbert at Booth No 612 and let's chat about your brand's sustainability venture! #SB24 #SustainabilityLeadership #CircularEconomy #PlasticPollution #rePurposeGlobal #SustainableRetail

Are you an #entrepreneur tackling the #waste problem in India? This opportunity is for you! ?? We have joined hands with Upaya Social Ventures, and in collaboration with Global Business Inroads (GBI) and with support from the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs and IKEA Foundation, are proud to announce the launch of the Circular Innovation Cohort under the Dignified Jobs Accelerator, to support you in #scaling your business. ?? ?? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gjzTeEqg This program will focus on businesses innovating in India’s plastics, and fashion & textile sectors that could generate new #revenuestreams, improve #supplychain efficiency, and unlock #newmarkets, all of which contribute to a more sustainable and #inclusive economy. ?? ?? ??? Applications close on November 15, 2024 #DignifiedJobsAccelerator #DignifiedJobs #CircularInnovation #Cohort2025 #WasteManagement #Circularity

Join us for a captivating discussion on The Role of Plastic Credits and Outcomes-Based Financing in National EPR & Waste Regulations in East Africa, during the Africa Waste is Wealth II Conference on Oct 8th - 9th 2024. Moderated by Varun Vithalani from our team, this session will feature insights from our expert panel on leveraging verified plastic recovery to mitigate plastic waste. Our expert panelists: Sandeep Main, KPMG East Africa Davina Ngei, The FlipFlopi Project Judith Sidi Odhiambo, KCB Bank Group Kristen Linscott, CPA , Verra They will explore challenges in scaling high-quality, verified plastic waste reduction outcomes and discuss how plastic recovery can contribute to national plastic action plans and regional circularity roadmaps. Additionally, the conversation will highlight the regulatory applications of plastic credits, particularly within the framework of national EPR schemes in developing countries. Date & Time: 8th Oct, 9:00am ET/4:00PM EAT Venue: ALN House, Nairobi or virtually Register for the virtual event here: https://lnkd.in/eWa8qK_X KARA KENYA GSMA UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) KEPSA KENYA TakaTaka Ni Mali #WasteisWealth #AfricaWasteisWealth #AWWSII #AWWS2024 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction

Excited to be part of the Africa Waste is Wealth II Conference alongside incredible partners like UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), The FlipFlopi Project and KARA KENYA! ?? Looking forward to deep discussions on verified plastic recovery, tech-driven waste solutions, and the draft EAC Single-Use Plastics bill to advance the circular economy in East Africa. Let’s shape a more sustainable future together on October 8-9, 2024. ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/dcJA2Jy8

As we reflect on Sustainability September, we're excited to spotlight some of our incredible partners who are making a impact in the fight against plastic pollution. Our global coalition of brands is leading the charge through bold initiatives like packaging redesign, plastic reduction, and verified plastic removal. Brands like Bearaby, OVUM, Freshfield, Serious Tissues, Greenhouse, biom, and R5?Living are pushing the boundaries of sustainability. Together, they’ve helped prevent 222,455 lbs of plastic from entering our environment this year. ???? We’re proud to stand alongside these inspiring partners, proving that collective action can create lasting change for our planet. ???? #SustainabilitySeptember #PlasticFree #rePurposeGlobal #PlasticPollution #ClimateAction #CircularEconomy

Wrapping up the #PlasticRealityProject: reflections from the final day. We had the pleasure of introducing Jabir Karat from Green Worms to the attendees. Jabir is a changemaker in waste management and ethical employment, our partner for Project Hara Kal, and an all-round hero whose dedication to creating sustainable solutions is inspiring. We then joined the door-to-door waste collection in the neighborhood - supported by Project Hara Kal and our partner brands. We followed the waste's journey to the Material Recovery Facility. There we saw how plastic waste is sorted, and found a renewed appreciation for the work happening behind the scenes to fight plastic pollution. One of the best parts of the day was the warm welcome from the waste warriors. Their pride in the work they do was contagious. We also had a special lunch — a traditional Kerala meal served on banana leaves — which felt like a perfect nod to eco-friendly living. We ended the day with some fun: tug of war and musical chairs with the waste warriors. The energy, laughter, and simple joy of those moments were unforgettable. Last but not least, we gathered for closing circles. Hearing everyone’s personal stories and takeaways over the course of this week has been incredibly moving, and today's shared reflections on what this journey meant to us was no different. This experience aims to change how people think about plastic waste, and to inspire hope through some of the incredible people and solutions that are working to solve this crisis. We’re leaving with new friends, deeper partnerships, and a stronger commitment to making a difference. Innersense Organic Beauty, Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE, Thrive Market, Olyra Foods, VAHDAM? India Teas, Great Eastern Sun Trading Company, Inc.- Miso Master, Anderson Windows, Goodwin Legal, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Grounded World, Brett Sitter, and Eric Patel #PlasticRealityProject #Sustainability #WasteWarriors #CircularEconomy #CommunityAction #TacklingPlasticWaste

"Every brand that chooses to do the right thing for the environment knows it’s not easy, but it's worth every step." – Laney Crowell, Founder & CEO of Saie Beauty We’re beyond excited to continue our partnership with Saie Beauty: a brand that’s not just talking about sustainability but actively doing the work. Saie Beauty is committed to collecting 5 million lb of plastic across four countries and five coastlines over the next three years through rePurpose Global's projects. This initiative aims to provide income for over 2,000 women and impact more than 50,000 lives in these communities, all while fighting the pollution of our planet. ?? Thank you to Laney Crowell and the incredible team at Saie for leading with such purpose and passion. Together, we’re proving that beauty and sustainability can go hand in hand. #rePurposeGlobal #SaieBeauty #Sustainability #WomenEmpowerment #PlasticNeutral #ClimateAction

Experiencing 'Plastic Reality'. What's happened so far on the #plasticrealityproject? Day 1 took us deep into the heart of the Himalayan region, where Project Pavitra Parvat is tackling unique challenges of waste management in mountain communities. We saw first hand the realities of plastic pollution at waste hotspots, where impact on local communities and wildlife is all too visible. It left a powerful impression on all of us. On Day 2, we rolled up our sleeves and got hands-on with a cleanup at the foothills of the Himalayas. Everyone got involved, experiencing a flavor of the hard work that goes into plastic recovery projects. We also had an inspiring session with our incredible partners at Waste Warriors Society, who shared their visions for Project Pavitra Parvat and beyond. Later, we toured the Material Recovery Facility (MRF), where we witnessed the sorting and transforming of plastic waste into new products. Some of us tried the waste sorting ourselves, which is not nearly as easy as the waste warriors make it look! But perhaps the deepest connections and impact came from our conversations with these waste warriors. Hearing their pride in being part of Project Pavitra Parvat (Hallowed Hills) was humbling. It’s not just a job: it’s dignity, stability, and building a brighter future for their families. The solutions to plastic waste, when done right, can change lives as well as clean the environment. We are so grateful to be on this journey with Innersense Organic Beauty, Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE, Thrive Market, Olyra Foods, VAHDAM? India Teas, Great Eastern Sun Trading Company, Inc.- Miso Master, Anderson Windows, Goodwin Legal, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and Grounded World