rePurpose Global

As we reflect on Sustainability September, we're excited to spotlight some of our incredible partners who are making a impact in the fight against plastic pollution. Our global coalition of brands is leading the charge through bold initiatives like packaging redesign, plastic reduction, and verified plastic removal. Brands like Bearaby, OVUM, Freshfield, Serious Tissues, Greenhouse, biom, and R5®Living are pushing the boundaries of sustainability. Together, they’ve helped prevent 222,455 lbs of plastic from entering our environment this year. 🌍💙 We’re proud to stand alongside these inspiring partners, proving that collective action can create lasting change for our planet. 🌿💚 #SustainabilitySeptember #PlasticFree #rePurposeGlobal #PlasticPollution #ClimateAction #CircularEconomy

Wrapping up the #PlasticRealityProject: reflections from the final day. We had the pleasure of introducing Jabir Karat from Green Worms to the attendees. Jabir is a changemaker in waste management and ethical employment, our partner for Project Hara Kal, and an all-round hero whose dedication to creating sustainable solutions is inspiring. We then joined the door-to-door waste collection in the neighborhood - supported by Project Hara Kal and our partner brands. We followed the waste's journey to the Material Recovery Facility. There we saw how plastic waste is sorted, and found a renewed appreciation for the work happening behind the scenes to fight plastic pollution. One of the best parts of the day was the warm welcome from the waste warriors. Their pride in the work they do was contagious. We also had a special lunch — a traditional Kerala meal served on banana leaves — which felt like a perfect nod to eco-friendly living. We ended the day with some fun: tug of war and musical chairs with the waste warriors. The energy, laughter, and simple joy of those moments were unforgettable. Last but not least, we gathered for closing circles. Hearing everyone’s personal stories and takeaways over the course of this week has been incredibly moving, and today's shared reflections on what this journey meant to us was no different. This experience aims to change how people think about plastic waste, and to inspire hope through some of the incredible people and solutions that are working to solve this crisis. We’re leaving with new friends, deeper partnerships, and a stronger commitment to making a difference. Innersense Organic Beauty, Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE, Thrive Market, Olyra Foods, VAHDAM® India Teas, Great Eastern Sun Trading Company, Inc.- Miso Master, Anderson Windows, Goodwin Legal, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Grounded World, Brett Sitter, and Eric Patel #PlasticRealityProject #Sustainability #WasteWarriors #CircularEconomy #CommunityAction #TacklingPlasticWaste

"Every brand that chooses to do the right thing for the environment knows it’s not easy, but it's worth every step." – Laney Crowell, Founder & CEO of Saie Beauty We’re beyond excited to continue our partnership with Saie Beauty: a brand that’s not just talking about sustainability but actively doing the work. Saie Beauty is committed to collecting 5 million lb of plastic across four countries and five coastlines over the next three years through rePurpose Global's projects. This initiative aims to provide income for over 2,000 women and impact more than 50,000 lives in these communities, all while fighting the pollution of our planet. 💚 Thank you to Laney Crowell and the incredible team at Saie for leading with such purpose and passion. Together, we’re proving that beauty and sustainability can go hand in hand. #rePurposeGlobal #SaieBeauty #Sustainability #WomenEmpowerment #PlasticNeutral #ClimateAction

Experiencing 'Plastic Reality'. What's happened so far on the #plasticrealityproject? Day 1 took us deep into the heart of the Himalayan region, where Project Pavitra Parvat is tackling unique challenges of waste management in mountain communities. We saw first hand the realities of plastic pollution at waste hotspots, where impact on local communities and wildlife is all too visible. It left a powerful impression on all of us. On Day 2, we rolled up our sleeves and got hands-on with a cleanup at the foothills of the Himalayas. Everyone got involved, experiencing a flavor of the hard work that goes into plastic recovery projects. We also had an inspiring session with our incredible partners at Waste Warriors Society, who shared their visions for Project Pavitra Parvat and beyond. Later, we toured the Material Recovery Facility (MRF), where we witnessed the sorting and transforming of plastic waste into new products. Some of us tried the waste sorting ourselves, which is not nearly as easy as the waste warriors make it look! But perhaps the deepest connections and impact came from our conversations with these waste warriors. Hearing their pride in being part of Project Pavitra Parvat (Hallowed Hills) was humbling. It’s not just a job: it’s dignity, stability, and building a brighter future for their families. The solutions to plastic waste, when done right, can change lives as well as clean the environment. We are so grateful to be on this journey with Innersense Organic Beauty, Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE, Thrive Market, Olyra Foods, VAHDAM® India Teas, Great Eastern Sun Trading Company, Inc.- Miso Master, Anderson Windows, Goodwin Legal, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and Grounded World

Join us at Innovation Forum’s Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum in Philadelphia on October 29th-30th! This two-day conference will feature Candice Lawton from rePurpose Global, as well as speakers from Google, Colgate-Palmolive, TerraCycle, Ulta Beauty, Kenvue, Sanofi, Chick-fil-A Restaurants, Amcor, Dow, and the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC). Together, we'll explore sustainable packaging solutions that benefit consumers, the environment, and businesses. As part of the rePurpose Global community, you can use the exclusive code RP10 for a 10% discount on conference passes. To register, click on the link in the comments. #IFPackagingUS24 Sarah J. 

🌍 rePurpose Global’s #PlasticRealityProject is back! 🌍 This is a unique opportunity for industry and sustainability leaders to witness the plastic waste crisis first-hand, and explore innovative solutions to tackle this global challenge. Last year's expedition sparked meaningful conversations, lasting memories, and a renewed commitment to take action. This year, we’re excited to take another exclusive cohort of leaders on a journey into the landscape of plastic pollution in India — its impact and the solutions driving change. We’ll explore unique waste value chains, meet the waste workers behind the scenes, witness innovative solutions, and see community-driven action. Plus, we’ll hear from leading experts and collaborate with peers to discuss the future of plastic waste action. Thrilled to have Innersense Organic Beauty, Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE, Thrive Market, Olyra Foods, VAHDAM® India, Great Eastern Sun Trading Company, Inc., Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Grounded joining us. Can't wait to meet you all.

We are so excited to have Arch Pet Food, Seltz , Octonuts, and Confetti Snacks - Marvellous Veggie Chips join our global coalition, and partner on our mission to end plastic waste! 🙌 With their support, we’re on track to prevent over 34,500 lbs of plastic waste from harming our environment this year. It’s amazing to see more businesses taking measurable action against plastic pollution. Wondering how your organization can join the fight against plastic waste? Partner with rePurpose Global to recover plastic, drive more circular systems, and make a positive difference. Let’s #ActOnPlasticPollution together! 💪🌿

"We look at each other as friends, brothers, and sisters" At rePurpose Global, people are at the core of our mission. And our mission thrives on the sense of community and pride that our waste warriors bring to work every day. Meet Indrapradhan - one of our dedicated waste warriors Indrapradhan is part of rePurpose Sada Shakti in Bengaluru, India. Working together as friends and family, they create a positive and happy environment. Over the years, the sense of community at the project - run in partnership with Saahas Zero Waste - has brought about significant changes in their lives: from supporting their families to improving their living conditions. Watch how their collective efforts in segregation and recycling contribute to a cleaner Bengaluru - and bring a sense of pride and accomplishment.

“Being Plastic Neutral Certified through rePurpose Global marks our commitment to transparent progress on our reduction and direct investment in projects that fight the global plastic pollution crisis.” – Kristin De Simone, Thrive Market’s Associate Director of Mission. 🌍 Thrive Market isn’t just talking about change—they’re making it happen. As a Plastic Neutral Certified brand, they’re taking bold steps to reduce their plastic impact and invest in real solutions to combat plastic pollution. 💪 Watch the video to see how they’re leading the way... V.c: Thrive Market #PlasticNeutral #Sustainability #PlasticAction #ThrivingTogether #rePurposeGlobal

🌍 rePurpose Global is honored to be awarded a grant by the Investment Innovation Fund - a collaboration between the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) and the IKEA Foundation. 🎉 This grant will drive investment into waste and circular economy businesses in India. Alongside Upaya Social Ventures and Global Business Inroads (GBI), we’ll be running an accelerator program to increase capital flow to Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) dedicated to sustainability and circularity. ♻️ This opportunity strengthens our commitment to combating plastic waste, and also supports the growth of green business in India. We look forward to the positive impact we can create together. 👉 To read more about this initiative, click here https://shorturl.at/fpZ4T