Island Plastic Challenge 2023

January 10, 2023

Island Climate Initiative (Pvt) Ltd is looking for innovative solutions to tackle key single-use plastic waste challenges faced by Sri Lanka’s leading consumer goods companies.

The Island Plastic Challenge is accepting applications now!

What is Island Plastic Challenge?

Island Plastic Challenge is launched by the Island Climate Initiative through a grant from the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID’s) Clean Cities, Blue Ocean program, guidance from the Ministry of Environment and in partnership with 10 of the largest consumer products companies in Sri Lanka.

Who is it aimed for?

Innovators/solution providers around the world to design solutions to help Sri Lanka’s leading consumer goods companies reduce their plastic footprint!

If you have a solution for any of the challenges listed below, apply here to get shortlisted!

1. Non-plastic alternatives to non-food grade sachets
2. Biodegradable alternative to high moisture barrier sachet
3. Recyclable/Biodegradable/ Compostable alternatives for multilayer laminates in personal and home care products
4. Recyclable alternative for packaging meat and processed meat products
5. Eco-friendly labels
6. Alternatives to Tetra Pak
7. Incorporating r-plastic into primary, non-food-grade packaging
8. Edible Packaging

Learn more and register by the 28^th of February 2023, 5PM IST