Informal waste workers play a vital role in waste management systems across the world collecting, transporting, sorting and recovering recyclable and reusable waste materials, often from open dumpsites. Yet, they face unsafe working conditions, poor access to health services, little recognition, and limited protection. In response to these challenges, and based on first-hand experience from…
To help improve plastic waste management and empower stakeholders across the entire waste value and service chain we have developed a series of ‘how to’ video tutorials which break down the different steps within plastic waste processing. The full list of topics can be found below: These videos were developed by our FINILOOP (financial inclusion and…
Being able to access good quality recycling equipment is only one part of the plastic waste management challenge. Alongside this it is vital to equip those responsible for machinery with the skills to safely use, maintain and troubleshoot it. Too often we see a technology first approach being introduced in low- and middle-income countries resulting…
This gender guide was designed for project development and implementation and was financed by the Regional Initiative for Inclusive Recycling (IRR) whose objective is to integrate informal recyclers from Latin America and the Caribbean into formal recycling markets. The guide is a tool that: supports the opening of spaces for the participation of women in…
Start growing your waste business today This practical guide is designed for waste pickers and small-scale dealers and recyclers working with recovered materials. It helps you better understand your operations, organise your work, and increase your income. Built around four simple steps to small-scale entrepreneurship, the guide walks you through: With real-world examples, focused guidance…