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Recycling & upcycling

We create value from waste and build the capacity of individuals to create items of value and beauty out of waste materials, using modern technology and techniques.

We create value from waste and build the capacity of individuals to create items of value and beauty out of waste materials, using modern technology and techniques. Through our Expertise, Experts, Technologies and Facilities, we encourage people to:

  • Create value from waste, especially metal, nylon, plastic, and textile.
  • Promote the concept of a circular economy and adopt a sustainable/ responsible approach towards waste management in their personal and professional lives.
  • Enhance the capacities of individuals in relation to waste conversion into value, especially with the adoption of technology in the creation processes.
  • Discourage environmental degradation and pollution by creating and empowering a community of experts who will actively engage in upcycling and recycling.
  • Gradually strengthen and support the ecosystem of junk artists, upcycling/recycling experts, environmentalists, and waste-to-value managers.
  • Promote the culture of recycling and upcycling among Nigerians.
  • Create valuable and tangible installations for public spaces.
  • Create public awareness on waste conversion, environmental management and value creation from waste; thereby promoting behavioural change toward waste reduction and management in the society.
  • Entrepreneurship Development in upcycling and recycling ventures; leading to job creation, wealth generation and economic growth.