Public Infrastructure
Scaling Impact with Style: 10 Benches Deployed Under STRLP 1
Project STLRP, executed by Kleanit Upcyclers in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), introduced 10 three-seater benches crafted entirely from recycled polypropylene (PP) plastics and Multi Layered Plastics (MLP). By transforming 500 kg of low-value plastic into durable, weather-resistant public seating, the project demonstrates the scalability of sustainable furniture design, proving that eco-conscious infrastructure can be both functional and replicable across Nepal.
Duration
June 26, 2023
Partner
Nepal Tourism Board (STRLP), UNDP, Chandragiri Municipality
Location
Matatirtha (Chandragiri Cycle Trail)
Beneficiaries
General Public
Project Objectives
- Repurpose 500 kg of polypropylene waste and MLP into community-serving public furniture.
- Validate the scalability of recycled plastic furniture for urban and rural infrastructure.
- Provide durable, low-maintenance seating that meets public use standards.
- Strengthen collaboration with NTB to promote sustainable tourism infrastructure.
Key Outcomes
- Installation of 10 three-seater benches made from 100% recycled PP and MLP.
- 500 kg of plastic waste successfully diverted from landfills.
- Proof-of-concept achieved for scaling recycled plastic furniture in public spaces.
- Enhanced reputation of Kleanit Upcyclers and NTB as leaders in sustainable infrastructure.
Challenges Faced
- Overcoming perceptions that recycled plastic furniture is not durable or practical.
- Designing benches that withstand outdoor exposure without rust, decay, or high upkeep.
- Demonstrating scalability beyond pilot or niche projects.
- Integrating sustainability into public infrastructure while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Solutions Implemented
- Applied advanced upcycling methods to transform PP and MLP into long-lasting, weatherproof benches.
- Designed furniture with zero rust/decay properties and minimal maintenance needs.
- Positioned the project as a demonstration of scalability and replicability.
- Partnered with NTB to expand adoption of recycled plastic infrastructure in Nepal.
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Project Impact
2000+
kg Plastic Recycled
20+
Benches Created
50,000+
People Benefited
6
Months Duration