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Join for free to immediately support a collector and recover 1kg (50 bottles) of discarded plastic.
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How it works
We’re empowering people in vulnerable areas to gather and exchange discarded plastic for money.
Step 1
You join the movement
Step 2
A collector is compensated for gathering 50 bottles
Step 3
Your action creates verifiable, real-world impact
Step 4
People prosper, planet restores, and plastic gets a new life.
A worldwide movement of individuals empowering 62,801 collectors
Be the change you wish to see in the world.
According to the 2025 UN SDG Report, 1 in 10 people are suffering due to extreme poverty.
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Every bottle has a story
Behind every bottle collected is a story of human resilience, dreams, and hope for a better tomorrow.
Our collectors have hand-gathered the largest volume of plastic in history.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my contribution through Plastic Bank is creating real impact for the people and planet?
Our blockchain platform records every plastic collection, ensures verifiable real impact, and provides secure income for our collector communities. When you sign up as an Impact Member, you gain access to our Impact Hub to see all of your contributions in action.
What do you do with the plastic after it’s collected?
Collected plastic is delivered to processors for reprocessing it into recycled plastic feedstock. The feedstock is then reintegrated into products and packaging by organizations and brands aiming to reduce their dependence on virgin plastic.
What does Plastic Bank do and how does it benefit collectors?
We work with plastic collectors in vulnerable coastal areas, where plastic pollution and poverty are high and infrastructure is lacking. They use the PlasticBank® app to record their plastic collection and compensation for its exchange. They also gain access to social benefits like food vouchers, health insurance, school kits, and more, helping them break free from poverty.
What countries do you operate in?
We currently operate in the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Brazil, and Egypt.
Together, we can fight
human suffering
Join the movement, and each new sign-up immediately supports a collector and recovers 1kg (50 bottles) of plastic waste.
I’m in! Email me about my account and the difference I’m making.
Privacy Policy & Terms and Conditions.