Island Plastic Challenge 2023 is accepting applications now.

What is Island Plastic Challenge?

Island Plastic Challenge is launched by the Island Climate Initiative through a grant from the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID’s) Clean Cities, Blue Ocean program, guidance from the Ministry of Environment and in partnership with 10 of the largest consumer products companies in Sri Lanka.

Whom are we looking for?

We are calling for innovators/solution providers around the world to design solutions to help Sri Lanka’s leading consumer goods companies reduce their plastic footprint!

What are we looking for?

If you have a solution for any of the challenges listed below, apply here to get shortlisted! 1️⃣ Non-plastic alternatives to non-food grade sachets 2️⃣ Biodegradable alternative to high moisture barrier sachet 3️⃣ Recyclable/Biodegradable/ Compostable alternatives for multilayer laminates in personal and home care products 4️⃣ Recyclable alternative for packaging meat and processed meat products5️⃣ Eco-friendly labels 6️⃣ Alternatives to Tetra Pak 7️⃣ Incorporating r-plastic into primary, non-food-grade packaging 8️⃣ Edible packaging

Are you ready to tackle these challenges?

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Island Plastic Challenge 2023The Island Plastic Challenge aims to identify solutions to single-use plastic packaging challenges faced by Sri Lanka’s Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. ICI is seeking solutions for 5 challenges described below. Each challenge consist of one or more challenge pathways you can apply for.islandplasticchallenge.com  •  Share