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Stay up to date with TONTOTON’s initiatives, media coverage, and global developments in the fight against plastic pollution.
From local community stories to global plastic crisis updates, explore the journey with us:
The Environmental Impact of Different Types of Plastic and How Recycling Helps
Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in
Impact Products for Circular Economy: How to Connect More People to the Solution
TONTOTON’s impact products play a crucial role in reducing plastic pollution and promoting a circular economy. These products, which include chairs, benches, tables, keychains, magnets,
TONTOTON Recognized by UNESCO Green Citizens for Plastic Pollution Initiative
Pioneering Social Innovation, TONTOTON’s Unique Approach Mobilizes Coastal Communities Against Plastic Pollution Becomes a UNESCO Green Citizens Project. TONTOTON becomes the first Cambodian project to
TONTOTON: Pioneering the Fight Against Plastic Pollution and Winning the EPPIC Prize
TONTOTON, a social initiative that collect and process mismanaged non-recyclable plastic waste in coastal villages in Cambodia, has recently been awarded first place in the
Inclusive Approaches to Reduce Plastic Pollution
In the face of mounting plastic pollution, our blue planet is crying out for help. Plastic waste is not just an unsightly issue; it’s a
How can we responsibly source post-consumer recycled plastic?
As the use of recycled materials is normalised, we must examine its source and ask who is collecting it, in what conditions is it collected
Ethical Sourcing of Post-Consumer Plastic: A Responsible Approach
Post-consumer plastic is a growing market that has a significant impact on the environment and society. The responsible sourcing of this material is crucial for
Plastic Footprint Reporting Is Critical to Businesses in 2023. Here’s Why…
Investing in your company’s plastic footprint has become more than an ethical thing to do; it’s a prudent business decision. We’ve seen this through the
Drowning in Plastic: The Direct and Indirect Effects of Plastic Waste on Marginalized Communities
There’s no doubt that climate change and plastic pollution negatively impacts everyone. We’ve all seen the data; for decades, environmental experts have been warning us
How Plastic Household Waste Across the World Affects Southeast Asia
TONTOTON’s collection bags of mismanaged ocean-bound plastic When discussing waste issues, we tend to focus on developing countries. In these areas, waste management systems aren’t
Plastic Waste in Cambodia: How TONTOTON is Making a Difference
Similar to many areas in Southeast Asia, waste management in Cambodia is often left to informal means. While urban centers enjoy public waste management systems, rural communities rely upon the private sector.
Where Does Plastic Waste Leakage Occur? How TONTOTON Stops It at the Source
TONTOTON has developed a system that addresses plastic leakage and seeks to stop it at its source.