Collection and Recycling of HDPE and PP in Malwana, Sri Lanka (PPRS) Collected plastic is transported to

Collected plastic is transported to a brick manufacturing factory

and collection points

informal waste collection sector

crushed and washed from partners who buy plastic from community members

Collection and Recycling of HDPE and PP in Malwana, Sri Lanka (PPRS) Collected plastic is transported toThis project addresses the growing volume of post consumer plastic waste, particularly HDPE and PP, which often ends up in landfills or water bodies, ultimately impacting the ecological footprint and natural habitats. This has become a significant issue because Sri Lanka is an island nation; thus, a substantial volume of the mismanaged plastic waste ends up in the coastal environment, increasing the consequential damage. The plastic waste which has