When the wind is stronger than the rods, there are dozens of umbrellas left lying around. Anna and Yasmin decided to take them and give them a new life. They have set up drop-off points all over the country where people can leave what they find on the street and, with the help of artisans, R-Coat transforms the fabrics into coats, bags, hats, and shorts. The project is called R-Coat and, not only does it reuse what would go to waste, but it takes this sustainability focus into every detail of the production process.
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This project actively contributes to reduction of waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse. This SDG also aims to reduce global food waste in production and consumption.
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