DESCHAMPS & TONTOTON: Leave Nothing and No One Behind!

DESCHAMPS & TONTOTON: Leave Nothing and
No One Behind!

DESCHAMPS’ objective for 2024 with TONTOTON is to collect 12 tons of Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP), plastic waste defined as “at risk of ending up in the ocean”, By doing so, we aim to make a significant impact on reducing plastic pollution on coastlines and oceans.

This allows contributing to the circular economy by incorporating recycled materials into our products, helping to mitigate the environmental impact of plastic waste.

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DESCHAMPS’ objective for 2024 with TONTOTON is to collect 12 tons of Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP), plastic waste defined as “at risk of ending up in the ocean”, By doing so, we aim to make a significant impact on reducing plastic pollution on coastlines and oceans.

This allows contributing to the circular economy by incorporating recycled materials into our products, helping to mitigate the environmental impact of plastic waste.

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Women at shoreline cleanup
12,000 KG / 24,000
Post-consumer mismanaged plastic waste collected from ocean-bound environments in the period 10 months from March to December 2024.
68

Independent waste collectors and community households involved.

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Coastal villages in Sihanoukville and Koh Rong island involved in collection network
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Contributed to collect potential and shoreline plastic from ocean-bound environment in Cambodia.

12,000

kg of non-recyclable plastic
waste removed

Over 79% ”Potential Ocean-Bound Plastic” which is discarded plastic located within a 50 km range from the shore; while less than 21% is ‘Shoreline OBP’ which is found within 200 m of the highest tide and 100 m from the lowest.

2520 kg shoreline-OBP

9480 kg Potential-OBP

OBP Category

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SOCIAL IMPACT

Contributed to jobs created for the local community people in Sihanoukville and Koh Rong island, Cambodia. Also, improved the life quality of waste collectors through additional income to their family.

68

Independent collectors and
households involved

68 Independent collectors and households involved
Gender of collectors

Encouraged local community members and non-formal independent waste pickers to participate in keeping their village clean. 76% of collectors are women, providing opportunity to take control and ownership of their income.

Our Impact on the Ground

Before beach clean up
After beach clean up

Before and after beach clean-ups

Household segregation
Household segregation
Household segregation to prevent plastic leakage

Impact Verification

Each kilogram collected under the Social+ OBP collection standard is registered as a Plastic Credit after third-party auditing on the OBP registry website.

Ocean Bound Plastic Social+
2/1/2025
2024-14-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-53.695-54.694
TONTOTON
2/12/2024
2024-14-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-40.349-41.348
TONTOTON
12/11/2024
2024-11-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-27.138-28.137
TONTOTON
1/10/2024
2024-11-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-15.988-16.987
TONTOTON
4/9/2024
2024-7-CUC-SHORELINE OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-6.404-7.403
TONTOTON
5/8/2024
2024-6-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-46.145-47.144
TONTOTON
10/7/2024
2024-6-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-12.595-13.594
TONTOTON
3/6/2024
2024-3-CUC-SHORELINE OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-4.283-5.282
TONTOTON
2/5/2024
2024-2-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-61.311-62.310
TONTOTON
1/4/2024
2024-2-CUC-POTENTIAL OBP-MIXED-TONTOTON/2-KH-57.311-58.310
TONTOTON

About DESCHAMPS

Mobi-Mat® is an innovative, high-performance ground mobility solution designed to provide safe, stable, and accessible pathways over various terrains. Developed and patented by Deschamps in 1994, this unique three-dimensional polyester fabric is renowned for its versatility, durability, and ease of deployment.

Key Features of Mobi-Mat®:

  • Accessibility: Mobi-Mat® creates accessible pathways for individuals with mobility challenges, making beaches, parks, and other outdoor areas more inclusive for everyone, including wheelchair users.
  • Durability: Constructed from high-strength polyester, Mobi-Mat® is resistant to harsh environmental conditions, including UV rays, saltwater, and heavy foot traffic, ensuring long-lasting performance.
  • Ease of Installation: Mobi-Mat® can be quickly and easily rolled out over various surfaces such as sand, grass, snow, gravel, and mud. Its lightweight design allows for rapid deployment and retrieval, making it ideal for temporary or permanent installations.
  • Versatility: Mobi-Mat® serves a wide range of applications, including:
    • Beach Access: Creating accessible paths to the shoreline.
    • Disaster Response: Facilitating quick access for emergency vehicles and equipment.
    • Military and Defense: Enhancing mobility for troops and equipment in various terrains.
    • Events and Recreation: Providing stable walkways for outdoor events and recreational areas.
  • Customization: Mobi-Mat® can be tailored to specific width requirements and connected to other matting systems, providing flexible solutions for diverse needs.
  • Environmental Sustainability: Deschamps is committed to reducing its environmental footprint. Mobi-Mat® products incorporate recycled materials, including ocean plastics, starting from 2024. This not only enhances the product’s eco-friendliness but also contributes to the global effort to reduce plastic pollution.

For more information about Mobi-Mat® and or to inquire about specific applications, please contact our sales team at info@mobi-mat.com or visit our website https://www.mobi-mat.com/en.