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PlastiCredits: An innovative approach against global plastic pollution

PlastiCredits: An innovative approach against global plastic pollution

In 2021, around the world 391 million tons of plastic produced. About 12% of the world's waste is made of plastic. When plastics enter the environment, they never completely degrade. Instead, they break down into tiny particles and fibers known as Microplasticswhich pose a serious threat to fish, birds, other land animals and humans themselves. Larger pieces of plastic can transport invasive species and accumulate in freshwater and coastal environments, altering ecosystem functions. How can PlastiCredits tackle this problem?

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Refresh Update: Impact news from India, Ghana and Nicaragua

Refresh Update: Impact news from India, Ghana and Nicaragua

Impressive journeys and landmark milestones mark recent events and illustrate not only our commitment, but also Buy Food with Plastic's lasting impact on a plastic-free future. The opening of our offices in Bhandup, Mumbai, marks a significant turning point, while in Ghana we took a big step towards a circular economy. In Nicaragua, donors experience first-hand how our work is implemented on the ground and in Switzerland we welcome a new board member. Immerse yourself in the fascinating developments and be inspired by the latest updates! Nicaragua Expedition November 2023: Unique adventure 11 guests from Switzerland and Germany accompanied us on a unique 10-day expedition to Nicaragua. Not only did they experience first-hand how we recycle plastic, but they also...

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2023: Together against the global challenge

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2023: Together against the global challenge

On October 17 each year, the "International Day for the Eradication of Poverty" is observed worldwide. This day reminds us that despite the progress our societies have made, poverty is still a global challenge. Our "Buy Food with Plastic" concept (a hot meal in exchange for plastic) is our contribution to the fight against poverty. At the same time, we are driving environmental protection.

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Donate transparently: The charity store for projects close to your heart

Donate transparently: The charity store for projects close to your heart

More and more people want to combine their purchases with a good cause and at the same time support projects that are close to their hearts. We are also observing this development among our members and donors. With our Charity Shop, we are addressing precisely these needs by enabling direct and targeted support for specific projects. In addition, we create greater transparency and expand the possibilities for donations.

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Boldly into the Future: Shakti Yadav's Tedx Talk on Buy Food with Plastic India

Boldly into the Future: Shakti Yadav's Tedx Talk on Buy Food with Plastic India

The concept of Buy Food with Plastic is simple but effective: we trade one hot meal for 20 plastic bottles. This idea has often been ridiculed, but it has proven to be a great way to address two global problems at once: Hunger and plastic waste pollution. Our Country Manager India, Shakti Yadav, saw the potential. At the TEDx Powai event on February 19, 2023, he talked about how Buy Food with Plastic came to India and turned from a laughed-at idea into a successful concept.

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Keywords: Awareness, Education, India
Bhandup, India - Where poverty meets prosperity: An Outreach Report

Bhandup, India - Where poverty meets prosperity: An Outreach Report

Our activities in India were on the brink last year. The donations were not enough to continue. When our supporter Salomé Handschin heard about this, she offered without hesitation to help us. Not only financially, but also as a volunteer project manager for India. To determine how we can help most effectively, she traveled to India for four weeks without further ado. What she experienced during her trip and how the experience affects her work as a project manager for India, she tells below in her travel report. Her conclusion is clear: Our work in Mumbai is urgently needed and very much appreciated.

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Keywords: Charity, India, Travel
Into the future with ambition and enthusiasm: Our impact plan up to 2025

Into the future with ambition and enthusiasm: Our impact plan up to 2025

After an impactful 2022, we want to carry the drive into the new year and continue to create positive impact beyond that. We have defined ambitious goals for the period up to 2025 and want to further expand our areas of impact. We created a healthy basis for this last year.

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2022: A year full of highlights and a record donation!

2022: A year full of highlights and a record donation!

2022 was truly an incredible year for Buy Food with Plastic with countless highlights! There have also been some lows. Nevertheless, we made a huge impact with a record number of donations and helped a lot of people as a result. The launch of the World Changing Campaign 2.0 was particularly successful, so that we can start right away in 2023.

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Human Rights Day: Food is a fundamental right

Human Rights Day: Food is a fundamental right

For today's Human Rights Day, we focus on Article 25: "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing and housing [...].  

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"World Changing Campaign 2.0": Launch of the first stage

"World Changing Campaign 2.0": Launch of the first stage

The "World Changing Campaign" starts into the second round! We are taking our impact in Nicaragua, Ghana and India to the next level: Are you ready to build waste management infrastructure where none exists, establish a Buy Food with Plastic restaurant and much more? Then become part of the World Changing Campaign 2.0 now.

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