Collection and Co-processing of Mixed Plastics in Puttalam, Sri Lanka (PPRS) • Ensure long-lasting impact by

•  Ensure long-lasting impact by embedding environmental education and outreach programs targeting affected communities and schools to drive sustained behavior change

which often ends up in landfills or water bodies

dignity and safe working conditions

•  Promote social inclusion by integrating the informal waste sector with fair wages and access to essential social services

In the region

Collection and Co-processing of Mixed Plastics in Puttalam, Sri Lanka (PPRS) • Ensure long-lasting impact byThis project addresses the growing volume of post consumer non recyclable plastic waste, which often ends up in landfills or water bodies, ultimately impacting the ecological footprint and natural habitats. This has become a significant issue because Sri Lanka is an island nation; thus, a substantial volume of the mismanaged plastic waste ends up in the coastal environment, increasing the consequential damages threatening public health, biodiversity,