rePurpose Global

🌍 Impact in Action: Scaling From Clean-up Drives to Waste Management Experts ♻️ On the west coast of India, bordering the Arabian Sea, our local impact partner Mangala Resource Management (MRM) has experienced an incredible growth trajectory. Through the collaboration with rePurpose Global, the setup has evolved from a group of volunteers running clean-up drives into a full-fledged waste management company serving hundreds of villages. The operational and financial support from rePurpose Global made the establishment of the first Material Recovery Facility (MRF) under our Impact Project Anmol Kinara feasible. This also served as a catalyst for refining their operational model. The team is now recognized as a preferred partner for operating additional rural MRFs in the region, further expanding their capacity and resultant impact. With rePurpose Global’s support over the last two years, the MRM has exponentially scaled its operations and has gained critical expertise in ✅ optimizing waste management supply chains, ✅ building robust traceability systems, and ✅ enhancing compliance through effective documentation, health, and safety protocols. Our Project Anmol Kinara has undergone three third-party audits since 2022, with no critical gaps identified. These audits confirm continuous improvements in documentation and on-ground processes, further validating the project’s credibility This collaboration has not only facilitated formal job creation and increased access to rural waste management but has also changed local perceptions toward waste management. Growth Milestone: Thanks to the strong foundation, our Impact Partner was investment-ready and is formally engaging with the local government, securing the expansion of their efforts to new areas! This success story exemplifies that with the right operational and financial support, grassroots projects can become scalable solutions - protecting coastlines and creating sustainable employment opportunities. Explore more about Project Anmol Kinara : http://surl.li/jzihdr

Who should #apply for the Circular Innovation Cohort 2025? ♻️ If you are a #wastepreneur in India innovating across the following categories: ✅ improving waste collection, #segregation, and sorting with innovative #technology and community-based #solutions ✅ transforming waste into new #products, raw materials, or #energy ✅ developing sustainable #alternatives to single-use plastics and/or creating #biodegradable textiles Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dbqgzhFc Applications are #open until November 15, 2024. For #queries, please reach out at cohort@upayasv.org Rachna Chandrashekhar | Aakansha Shenoy | Leena Pishe Thomas | Harsha Lingam | Shruti Satsangi | Kamal Raj | Pooja Moitra Global Business Inroads (GBI) | Upaya Social Ventures | Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs | ANDE South Asia 

The rePurpose Global BASE Framework: Driving Impact for a Circular Future 🌿 We’re tackling one of the world’s most urgent challenges: plastic pollution. Our BASE Framework for creating impact helps implement systemic solutions that address broken waste management systems, especially in the most vulnerable geographies. What is BASE? BASE stands for Baseline, Additionality, Solution, Evaluation—the core steps that each of rePurpose Global’s plastic recovery impact projects goes through to recover plastic waste and prevent plastic pollution. Baseline: We scientifically establish baselines for collection and recycling rates, along with other relevant data, to identify regions that need intervention. Additionality: We design bespoke solutions for each region to create environmental outcomes over and above the established baselines. For those who enjoy the technical side, this creation of impact above a business-as-usual scenario is the principle of ‘Additionality’ and a process of 'additionality modeling. Solution design and implementation: Each project is designed, piloted, and eventually onboarded, through a bespoke collaboration - that includes a local impact partner, communities, and often local government - to run in line with our industry-leading standards and protocols. The project from here goes to operate day-to-day collection, transportation, processing, and ethical recovery of plastic waste. Evaluation: We set up projects to have a constant stream of data collection and triangulated verification that includes real-time measurement, verification, validation, and chain of custody documentation through our reTrace™ platform. Multiple layers of internal and independent audits guarantee verified impact creation across the world that can be trusted.

Empowering Systemic Change Together on the West Coast of India. Through Project Saaf Samudra, we’re taking meaningful steps to protect Goa’s coastline from plastic pollution. With our brand partners' amazing support and Impact Partners V-Recycle, we’ve stepped things up—moving to a larger material recovery facility and using more advanced tech to recover 3x more plastic waste than before! And it’s not just about the plastic—this growth is also helping create dignified and reliable livelihoods for the local community. The waste worker team involved in the project has expanded from 25 to 41 employees. Together, we’re making an impact beyond plastic recovery and paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future.

A major step forward in sustainable baby care! 🌟 We're proud to partner with HealthyBaby as they introduce the first-ever EWG Verified Safe newborn diaper, crafted to protect both delicate newborn skin and the environment. Huge congratulations to HealthyBaby on this exciting launch! All of HealthyBaby's diapers are Certified Plastic Neutral in partnership with rePurpose Global. This means that for every diaper sold, an equivalent amount of plastic waste is recovered, preventing it from polluting our ecosystems. 🌍 

🌍 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