Closing The Loop
Redefining The Upmarket Value Of Recycled Ocean Plastic.
Hosted by Solaris X UNESCAPThis project is now archived and was part of DDW21
This project is part of
Rethinking Plastic
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Rethinking Plastic
Ocean Plastic Jewelry
Julia Bigerl, Photos by Florian Scheible
"Closing the Loop" program is initiated by the UN-ESCAP and Solaris Community. The program employs innovative technologies to reduce, reuse and recycle ocean plastic waste to foster circular economies. The exhibition explores innovative solutions to redefine the upmarket value of ocean plastic.
About Solaris X UNESCAP
Solaris is a global supply chain platform that brings professionals together to achieve recycling and upcycling of waste materials. For example, international designers have designed 3D-printed products and objects from plastic that has been fished from the ocean of Thailand.
Colofon
Economic Affairs Officer at United Nations
Janet Salem
Economic Affairs Officer at United Nations
Abigail Smith
Recycling Technology lead
Daniel Schwendemann