Plastiks.io Partners with R4S Group to Drive Verified Plastic Recovery Globally

Discover how Plastiks.io and R4S Group are transforming recycling across Latin America, Africa, and Europe. Learn about blockchain-powered transparency, verified plastic recovery, and their commitment to advancing the circular economy.
November 27, 2024
Plastiks.io Partners with R4S Group to Drive Verified Plastic Recovery Globally

At Plastiks.io, we believe that innovation and collaboration are key to solving the global plastic crisis. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our partnership with R4S Group, to drive measurable and transparent impact across Latin America, Africa, and Europe

This partnership goes beyond recycling—it’s about leveraging blockchain technology to set new standards for transparency, accountability, and social progress in the circular economy. 

 

Who is R4S Group?

R4S Group, short for Roots for Sustainability, is a Barcelona-based organization committed to driving sustainable transformation by integrating social inclusion into business strategies. Their mission is to develop innovative, inclusive business models that deliver positive social and environmental impacts while enhancing competitiveness and collaboration.

R4S group logo on the wall in their B Lab office in spain

Specializing in inclusive recycling projects, particularly across Latin America, R4S Group focuses on formalizing the role of informal waste pickers, improving their socio-economic conditions and creating sustainable systems that empower local communities. 

Key areas of their work include:

 

  • Formalizing Waste Picker Operations: Helping informal recyclers transition into formal employment with better working conditions, stability, and social recognition. 
  • Inclusive Business Development: Designing tailored solutions that address social challenges while turning them into business opportunities. 
  • Public Policy Advocacy: Collaborating with governments and public institutions to integrate waste pickers into formal waste management systems through supportive policies. 
  • International Sustainability Projects: Leading initiatives that bring impactful change to vulnerable communities in low-income markets.

R4S Group’s work is underpinned by partnerships with prominent organizations like the Avina Foundation and the Latitud R platform, enabling them to strengthen waste picker cooperatives and promote inclusive recycling on a global scale.

By aligning business goals with sustainability and social inclusion, R4S Group sets a powerful example of how enterprises can create lasting environmental and social change. This dedication to transparency, verifiable impact, and innovation makes R4S Group an ideal partner for Plastiks.io in our shared mission to reshape the future of recycling. 

 

Plastiks.io: Driving Transparency with Blockchain

At Plastiks.io, we bring blockchain-based transparency to plastic recovery. Our platform ensures that every kilogram of plastic recovered is tracked, verified, and transformed into Plastic Credits, which can be purchased by businesses to support real environmental progress.

Block chain and plastic bottle visuals with a card that says End Plastic Waste with Plastik.io logo

Using the CELO blockchain, our technology provides R4S Group with: 

  • Traceable data to verify every step of their plastic recovery. 
  • A reliable tool to combat greenwashing with proof of measurable impact. 
  • An easy way for businesses to support sustainability while enhancing their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. 

 

How Plastiks.io Certified R4S Group? 

 

The accreditation process with Plastiks.io follows a rigorous 3-step methodology, ensuring transparency, accountability, and measurable impact. For R4S Group, completing this process solidified their role as a trusted recovery entity.

two hands shaking for the Plastiks and R4S partnership agreement

 

Step 1: Defining Processes and Creating a Roadmap (Sustainable Project)

 

R4S Group began by providing a detailed description of their recovery operations, including innovative collection routes, recycling practices, and social initiatives. Working with Plastiks.io, they developed a tailored roadmap (sustainable project) that outlined specific objectives for environmental, social, and operational impact. This roadmap became the foundation for tracking and measuring their contributions to the circular economy. 

 

Step 2: Accreditation and Certification

R4S completed Plastiks.io’s accreditation questionnaire, submitting comprehensive documentation of their legal, operational, and financial practices. This included evidence of their recovery activities, social impact programs, and adherence to sustainability standards. Plastiks.io reviewed and verified the submissions, issuing an Accreditation Report that confirmed R4S’s compliance. With this certification, R4S was authorized to issue Plastic Credits linked to their verified recovery efforts.

 

Step 3: Platform Onboarding and Blockchain Integration

After accreditation, R4S onboarded onto Plastiks.io’s blockchain-based platform, creating a public-facing digital profile. This profile allows them to issue Plastic Credits tied to real-world recovery efforts, ensuring all activities are traceable and verifiable. The blockchain integration prevents greenwashing by providing transparent data and enables stakeholders to track R4S’s progress through dynamic dashboards. 

 

By completing these steps, R4S Group demonstrated their commitment to transparency, measurable impact, and advancing the circular economy, making them a valuable partner in Plastiks.io’s mission for verified sustainability. 

 

What is the Impact of this Partnership?

R4S group's Plastic waste pickers with a bag of plastic bottle waste

This partnership will create tangible change across three key areas:

  1. Environmental Impact 
  • Verified recovery of plastic waste to prevent it from polluting landfills and ecosystems. 
  • Promoting the adoption of circular economy principles globally. 

  1. Social Impact 
  • Creating green jobs in underserved communities.
  • Empowering waste pickers with sustainable income opportunities and improved working conditions.

  1.  Economic Impact 
  • Connecting recovery entities with businesses looking to support verified sustainability efforts. 
  • Enhancing the credibility of environmental claims through blockchain data. 

 

Why Does This Partnership Matters? 

 

The collaboration between Plastiks.io and R4S Group is a testament to what’s possible when technology meets purpose. By combining R4S’s on-the-ground expertise with Plastiks.io’s blockchain technology, we’re creating a scalable solution for verified plastic recovery.

R4S group's workers with green vests carrying plastic waste bags

This partnership sets a new standard for traceability, measurable impact, and social progress, proving that sustainability can be transparent, actionable, and impactful. 

 

 

What’s Next?

With R4S Group now integrated into the Plastiks.io platform, this partnership is set to drive measurable impact where it’s needed most. By combining innovation with purpose, we are proving that recycling can fuel environmental progress, create social equity, and support economic growth.

Together, Plastiks.io and R4S Group are paving the way for a transparent, impactful circular economy—one verified step at a time.

Want to be part of the change? Whether you’re a business looking to offset your plastic footprint or support verified recovery initiatives, we’re here to help.

📩 Get in touch today at contact@plastiks.io to learn how you can join us in driving real, verifiable sustainability. Let’s work together to create measurable impact for the planet. 

Stay connected as we continue this journey to reshape recycling and build a cleaner, greener future.