PET Heroes 2025

The search continues for influential figures putting the PET polymers industry on a regenerative path and bringing solutions together for the systemic issues surrounding plastic.
Each year we select an inspirational group of people working to change the way we tackle the issue of plastic waste. From innovative recyclers to social impact pioneers, we're on the search for the heroes doing great work in the field.
Get involved by letting us know who you think should win, or who should be on the list?

From waste pickers to entrepreneurs: the systems change approach creating quantum life improvements

Hasiru Dala Innovations co-founder and PET Heroes 2025 nominee, Shekar Prabhakar’s vision creates “quantum change in quality of life,” transforming marginalized communities through three entrepreneurial pathways and breaking generational poverty cycles.

Beyond recycling: how Atunlo’s incentive system is addressing both poverty and pollution in Nigeria

Atunlo’s innovative recycling incentives fight both poverty and pollution – PET Heroes 2025 nominee and co-founder Anita Odiete offers community members in Lagos a choice of rewards—cash, education, food, or health insurance—for plastic collected.

The guardian of the Nile: How VeryNile is creating environmental stewards through direct action

Very Nile transforms volunteers into environmental stewards through direct action – PET Heroes 2025 nominee Alban de Ménonville’s initiative removes one ton of plastic daily while creating a new generation of Nile guardians committed to long-term river restoration.

PET Heroes 2025

The search continues for influential figures putting the PET polymers industry on a regenerative path and bringing solutions together for the systemic issues surrounding plastic.

Each year we select an inspirational group of people working to change the way we tackle the issue of plastic waste. From innovative recyclers to social impact pioneers, we're on the search for the heroes doing great work in the field.

From waste pickers to entrepreneurs: the systems change approach creating quantum life improvements

Nominations Open for PET Heroes 2025

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PET Heroes 2025

The search continues for influential figures putting the PET polymers industry on a regenerative path and bringing solutions together for the systemic issues surrounding plastic.

﻿Each year we select an inspirational group of people working to change the way we tackle the issue of plastic waste. From innovative recyclers to social impact pioneers, we're on the search for the heroes doing great work in the field.

Favorite Stories

Each year we select an inspirational group of people working to change the way we tackle the issue of plastic waste. From innovative recyclers to social impact pioneers, we're on the search for the heroes doing great work in the field.