Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• 24,806 metric tons of plastic waste diverted from landfill across 3 years.

Social Achievements

• Improved livelihoods for informal workers (Blue Ocean Plastic, Green2Get, Nano Onions). 55%-83% of respondents reported improved conditions.
• Engaged 43 ventures/companies, with 21 receiving targeted growth support.
• Created and supported 60 strategic partnerships.

Governance Achievements

• Collaboration with government agencies and industry stakeholders to improve policy and regulations.
• Supported development of EPR policy research.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Low rates of waste segregation and separation at source.
• Low wages for informal waste sector workers.
• Significant gap in installed processing capacity for plastic recycling.
• Lack of comprehensive policy framework to address plastic waste pollution.
• Funding gap for early-stage entrepreneurs and innovators.

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed tailored engagement strategies for different industry segments.
• Facilitated knowledge sharing and cross-country learning on EPR.
• Built improved supply chains and strategic partnerships.
• Provided larger-scale flexible grants and tailored developmental assistance.
• Increased investment and facilitated access to funding.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Support for businesses using recycled materials.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• SDG 13: Climate Action
• SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Initiatives contribute to these goals through promoting sustainable solutions, improving livelihoods, and fostering innovation.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Reverse Vending Machines
• Refill vending machines
• Seaweed-based straws
• Recycled plastic products