Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Plastic Bank.
Data last verified on Alchemy™: Friday, 02/03/2023
Ocean-bound plastic
Ocean-bound plastic has not yet found its way into the ocean. This represents plastic that is found on the ground within 50 kilometers of a waterway or coastal area, and is otherwise unlikely to be collected.
Bottles Stopped
The amount of ocean-bound plastic collected and recycled in our recycling communities converted into bottles. Conversion rate is 50 bottles per kg (the average weight of a 500mL bottle is ~20g)
Community Members
Individuals within a recycling community who collect plastic and deliver it to a collection point in exchange for collection benefits.
Recycling Communities
Community of plastic collectors living within 50 kilometres of ocean-bound waterways involved in plastic collection and its exchange at Plastic Bank collection points.
Alchemy™
Alchemy is the blockchain platform that powers the Plastic Bank app. It enables fully traceable recycling processes, secures income for recycling community members and tailors impact reports for our stewards.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Plastic Bank.
| Destination | One Bottle | 2+ Bottle |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $12.00 USD | $17.00 USD |
| United States | $11.00 USD | $15.00 USD |
| UK | $5.50 USD | $8.50 USD |
| Europe | $11.50 USD | $13.50 USD |
| Australia, NZ, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea* | $17.00 USD | $22.00 USD |
| Rest of World | $30.00 USD | $40.00 US |
*Served by Asendia and their local partner
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