Plastic Bank is a social enterprise dedicated to mitigating plastic pollution while simultaneously addressing poverty. The company operates by treating plastic waste as a valuable currency, allowing individuals in developing countries to exchange collected plastic for necessary goods and services. This approach not only aids in reducing plastic waste but also provides essential income and social benefits to communities most affected by plastic pollution. Plastic Bank has enabled the collection and recycling of billions of plastic bottles, empowering global communities and encouraging businesses and individuals to engage in social impact investing.