Turning Plastic Waste into Sustainable Building Solutions
Arena Recycling is a clean-tech company transforming plastic waste into eco-friendly building materials to tackle marine pollution and promote affordable housing.
Arena Recycling is a clean-tech company transforming plastic waste into eco-friendly building materials to tackle marine pollution and promote affordable housing.
Durable construction bricks made from recycled plastic waste. Each brick repurposes approximately 1kg of plastic and offers superior insulation properties.
Premium flooring tiles combining recycled plastic with natural sand for stylish, durable floors perfect for indoor and outdoor settings.
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Elegant decking boards combining the natural look of wood with recycled plastic durability, perfect for outdoor spaces.
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Each product reduces plastic waste and carbon emissions.
Lower maintenance costs and extended product lifespans.
Our team can create custom dimensions and specifications for your projects.
Arena Recycling is a Tanzanian startup tackling ocean pollution and housing challenges by converting plastic waste into durable construction products.
Founded in 2018, we began with a simple beach cleanup that revealed the shocking amount of plastic waste polluting our beautiful coastlines. What started as an environmental initiative quickly evolved into an innovative business model that addresses multiple challenges simultaneously.
Hellena Sailas
CEO & Founder
We transform plastic waste into durable, eco-friendly building materials
Durable building blocks made from recycled plastic waste, perfect for construction projects with significantly lower environmental impact.
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Weather-resistant decking made from plastic and wood composite. Durable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional timber.
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Lightweight, durable roof tiles made from recycled plastic. Resistant to weather, UV rays, and corrosion for long-lasting performance.
Learn MoreOur flagship project combats marine pollution while creating sustainable livelihoods. We've partnered with coastal communities to collect plastic waste and transform it into Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) materials.
This initiative has created over 50 jobs, prevented 120+ tons of plastic from entering the ocean, and provided affordable building materials to local communities.
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Measurable change through sustainable innovation and community engagement
Beach Clean-ups
Conducted and participated in beach clean-ups, removing plastic waste and raising awareness about marine pollution through youth engagement and sports.
Tons of Plastic Recycled
Converted plastic waste into eco-friendly building materials such as bricks, tiles, and WPC decking for low-cost, sustainable construction.
People Reached
Engaged communities through events, exhibitions, and education programs focused on plastic waste reduction and sustainable building practices.
Students Benefited
Constructed 8 sanitation units using eco-bricks in public schools, providing improved access to clean and dignified sanitation facilities.
Waste Collection Hubs
Established in coastal and urban areas with 35 waste pickers, 71% of whom are women.
Community Members
Mobilized for the Clean Shores Great Lakes Project across 60 shoreline sites.
Facility Expansion
Expanded production facility with UNDP support, increasing capacity and job creation.
Our work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Together, we can create a cleaner environment and sustainable solutions for a better future. Whether you're interested in our products, want to collaborate, or wish to support our mission, we'd love to hear from you.
Working together with organizations that share our vision for a sustainable future
