No more Plastics

in your Hospitality Businesses 

An initiative to reduce and avoid single use plastics across
island nations/ Maldives 

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About

Funded by the World Bank and Parley for the Oceans, and implemented by South Asia Cooperative Environment Programme (SACEP), with the support of United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), the project development objective of the Plastic Free Rivers and Seas for South Asia (PLEASE) Project is to catalyze actions that reduce the flow of plastic pollution into South Asian Seas.

Clean Maldives won an innovative grant of 119,820 USD, which is being utilized to pilot scalable solutions for reducing single-use plastics in the hospitality and foodservice sectors of the Maldives.

Through this grant, the project focuses on:

Climate Collective Foundation (CCF) supports as a knowledge partner, in knowledge dissemination and deployment of one innovative solution with two hospitality partners in Maldives.

Offerings

Stakeholder Engagement

Conducted interactive sessions for stakeholders to share knowledge, adopt sustainable practices to combat plastic waste by providing tailored solutions that reduce environmental impact while enhancing operational sustainability. Stakeholders engaged included: Anantara, Oaga Resort, Siyam Group, Crossroads, Adaaran Group, Solite Resturant. Read the need analysis report to know more. 

Fully Funded Pilots

Providing 2 select resorts with fully funded opportunity to implement innovative plastic-reduction solutions to mitigate plastic waste on the resorts, supported by expert guidance and detailed impact assessments.

Innovative Solutions Hub

Showcasing cutting-edge innovations from the Global South that mitigate plastic waste. This includes alternatives to plastics, plastic waste-to-value technologies, and breakthroughs in sustainable packaging. Check the case studies below to see some top solutions. 

Scope

Starting with reducing single-use plastics in the Maldivian hospitality sector, the project will soon expand to broader environmental challenges, including renewable energy, wastewater management, and climate resilience. By partnering with innovators from the Global South, we strive to create a scalable ecosystem of solutions that benefits island nations worldwide. The current initiative will pilot one fully funded solution, offering comprehensive implementation support, with the aim of creating a model that can be replicated and scaled.

Vision

To empower Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to lead in sustainability by tackling environmental challenges with innovative and scalable solutions. Starting with reducing single-use plastics in the Maldivian hospitality sector, the project envisions expanding into renewable energy, wastewater management, and climate resilience.
Through partnerships across the Global South, the project aims to establish a replicable ecosystem of solutions, enabling island nations to thrive as global pioneers in sustainability and innovation.

Offerings

A chance to pilot an innovative solution with expert guidance

Deployment) of one innovative sustainable solutions in selected resort through a fully funded pilot.

Comprehensive implementation support to the selected resorts with their deployment strategy.

Quantify the impact of the pilot projects and estimate the potential reduction of plastic waste on a larger scale

Consultation and Tailored advice to mitigate the use of
single use plastics

Get access to Case studies of Innovative Solutions

This includes alternatives to plastics, plastic waste-to-value technologies, and breakthroughs in sustainable packaging.

For Businesses

Test innovative solutions to sustainability
challenges in your operations.

For Innovators

Submit ideas or technologies that could make a difference
in SIDS’ sustainability efforts.

Ongoing Pilot ​

As a part of this project, the selected resort - Sun Siyam Group is piloting an innovative (SUP) plastic mitigation solution by Econscious, a Climate Tech startup based in India.

Resort partner: Sun Siyam Group, Kudafari Island Council

Startup partner: Econscious

Duration of pilot: 2 Months 

Scope of pilot:

Awareness is the key

We held several sessions for the stakeholders of this project - Workshops, 1 v 1 Consultation session, etc

These stakeholders included

Case Studies

IBanss

Ibanss combats plastic waste by producing bamboo granules that can be used in traditional plastic manufacturing processes to create 100% compostable, antibacterial products like food containers and packaging. By replacing conventional plastics with eco-friendly bamboo alternatives, Ibanss offers a sustainable solution to reduce plastic pollution while promoting biodegradable materials for everyday use.

Bioreform

BioReform is dedicated to tackling plastic pollution through its range of 100% biodegradable and compostable products. Their eco-friendly bags fully biodegrade within 180 days, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics that harm the environment for centuries.

Biopak

GreenDot Biopak is a leading innovator in the sustainable packaging industry, offering eco-friendly alternatives to conventional plastics. Specializing in biodegradable and compostable resins, they develop a wide range of environmentally-conscious products, such as Green.Flex bioplastic compounds and Green.Coat heat-sealable barrier coatings. With over 10 years of experience, GreenDot Biopak focuses on providing customized solutions for industries transitioning away from single-use plastics (SUP).

Zero Circle

Developer of bio-alternatives intended to leverage technology to produce sustainable packing material. The company uses seaweed extracted from oceans to help companies with custom solutions for their packaging requirements and provide carbon-neutral methods, enabling organizations to use ways that are circular and work toward a carbon-neutral future. ​Seaweed-based films provide a versatile and sustainable alternative offering excellent barrier properties, food safety, and customizable solutions for various business needs.

Ecokaari

EcoKaari transforms plastic waste into beautiful fabrics using traditional Indian techniques like Charkha and Handloom. By empowering women and underprivileged youth with skills and sustainable jobs, the company helps preserve heritage crafts while tackling plastic pollution. EcoKaari prioritizes responsible production, offers lifetime product care, and promotes eco-conscious choices, creating a positive impact on both communities and the environment.

Saltech

Saltech Design Labs is at the forefront of innovation, developing cutting-edge solutions to combat pollution from plastic, construction, demolition, and industrial waste. Through advanced technology, Saltech transforms recovered waste materials into high-performance polymer composites—offering eco-friendly alternatives to conventional materials like concrete and cement. Their solutions provide not only superior functionality and durability but also affordability, making sustainable choices accessible across industries.

Angirus

Angirus produces eco-friendly, lightweight, and damp-proof bricks and paver blocks made from 100% recycled plastic and industrial waste. Their patented technology creates Wricks, a brick that’s 30% lighter, 20% stronger, and 80% more waterproof than traditional clay bricks, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative for construction.

Econscious

plastic waste recycling firm with a mission to promote sustainability through innovative recycling solutions. Their expertise lies in transforming post-consumer plastic waste into valuable products that contribute to environmental conservation.

Ecokaari

EcoKaari transforms plastic waste into beautiful fabrics using traditional Indian techniques like Charkha and Handloom. By empowering women and underprivileged youth with skills and sustainable jobs, the company helps preserve heritage crafts while tackling plastic pollution. EcoKaari prioritizes responsible production, offers lifetime product care, and promotes eco-conscious choices, creating a positive impact on both communities and the environment.

Saltech

Saltech Design Labs is at the forefront of innovation, developing cutting-edge solutions to combat pollution from plastic, construction, demolition, and industrial waste. Through advanced technology, Saltech transforms recovered waste materials into high-performance polymer composites—offering eco-friendly alternatives to conventional materials like concrete and cement. Their solutions provide not only superior functionality and durability but also affordability, making sustainable choices accessible across industries.

Zero Circle

Developer of bio-alternatives intended to leverage technology to produce sustainable packing material. The company uses seaweed extracted from oceans to help companies with custom solutions for their packaging requirements and provide carbon-neutral methods, enabling organizations to use ways that are circular and work toward a carbon-neutral future. ​Seaweed-based films provide a versatile and sustainable alternative offering excellent barrier properties, food safety, and customizable solutions for various business needs.

Econscious

plastic waste recycling firm with a mission to promote sustainability through innovative recycling solutions. Their expertise lies in transforming post-consumer plastic waste into valuable products that contribute to environmental conservation.

Angirus

Angirus produces eco-friendly, lightweight, and damp-proof bricks and paver blocks made from 100% recycled plastic and industrial waste. Their patented technology creates Wricks, a brick that’s 30% lighter, 20% stronger, and 80% more waterproof than traditional clay bricks, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative for construction.

IBanss

Ibanss combats plastic waste by producing bamboo granules that can be used in traditional plastic manufacturing processes to create 100% compostable, antibacterial products like food containers and packaging. By replacing conventional plastics with eco-friendly bamboo alternatives, Ibanss offers a sustainable solution to reduce plastic pollution while promoting biodegradable materials for everyday use.

Biopak

GreenDot Biopak is a leading innovator in the sustainable packaging industry, offering eco-friendly alternatives to conventional plastics. Specializing in biodegradable and compostable resins, they develop a wide range of environmentally-conscious products, such as Green.Flex bioplastic compounds and Green.Coat heat-sealable barrier coatings. With over 10 years of experience, GreenDot Biopak focuses on providing customized solutions for industries transitioning away from single-use plastics (SUP).

Bioreform

BioReform is dedicated to tackling plastic pollution through its range of 100% biodegradable and compostable products. Their eco-friendly bags fully biodegrade within 180 days, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics that harm the environment for centuries.