Transforming Plastic Waste into Durable Facilities.
Depot Kalisimbi Ltd is at the forefront of Rwanda’s journey towards a circular economy, finding innovative ways to turn plastic waste into valuable resources. Through our Eco-Brick/Pave Initiative, we are not only reducing the environmental burden of plastic but also showcasing its potential in sustainable construction.
The eco-friendly bricks and pavers produced at our Mageragere facility are a key innovation in sustainable construction. The first house in Rwanda and road built entirely from these plastic bricks is a testament to our commitment to reducing plastic waste. This project highlights the potential for recycled materials to serve as durable and cost-effective alternatives to traditional building materials in various construction projects across the country.
At our Hazardous Waste Treatment Plant in Mageragere, we launched a pilot project to construct a road entirely made of plastic pavers. These durable and eco-friendly pavers were created by recycling plastic waste collected from communities, businesses, and institutions across Rwanda.
The road, a vital part of the facility’s infrastructure, demonstrates the practical application of plastic waste in building resilient infrastructure. Its strength and longevity rival traditional paving materials, while its production significantly reduces the demand for virgin plastic and lowers greenhouse gas emissions.
This initiative is a key milestone in sustainable engineering, serving as a proof of concept for the use of recycled materials in large-scale construction projects. With its success, we plan to scale up this project to expand the use of plastic pavers in other facilities and community roads, further driving our mission of waste valorization.
Another groundbreaking achievement under this initiative is Rwanda’s first house constructed entirely from plastic bricks. This project symbolizes the limitless potential of recycled plastic as a building material.
The house was built using bricks manufactured from sorted and processed plastic waste at our Mageragere facility. The bricks are not only eco-friendly but also cost-effective, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials.
This innovative structure highlights the versatility of our eco-bricks, showcasing their ability to withstand weather elements, provide insulation, and support diverse architectural designs. Beyond its environmental benefits, this project serves as a beacon of hope, proving that waste can be reimagined into resources that address housing shortages while mitigating pollution.
