Recycline transforms community-sourced plastic waste into sustainable design objects through art and innovation.
Year founded:
2021
Location:
Moldova
Sector:
Green manufacturing
Stage:
Early growth
Plastic waste pollutes ecosystems, remains undervalued, and is poorly managed due to limited recycling infrastructure. Cultural skepticism toward recycled products prevents adoption, leaving plastic discarded instead of repurposed for sustainable use.
Recycline transforms plastic waste into high-quality, durable, and desirable products, including furniture, design objects, raw material sheets, and jewelry, combining technology, bold design, and community engagement. Educational programs cultivate conscious consumer habits, while certified products demonstrate that recycled materials can be both functional and premium. The approach integrates design, circular production, and cultural change to make sustainability aspirational.
By 2030, Recycline aims to recycle 50+ tonnes of plastic, expand international reach, and position Moldova as a regional leader in circular design. Socially, it educates communities and fosters conscious consumption (SDG 11). Environmentally, it reduces plastic pollution and promotes circular production (SDG 12, SDG 13). Economically, it creates new value streams from waste, offering sustainable materials and products that inspire market and mindset shifts toward greener choices.