Bangladesh recycles only 10% of its 646 tons of daily plastic waste. Our innovative building technology reuses plastic bottles and natural materials. The composite material is made of discarded single-use plastic bottles and fishing nets combined with mud and cement to form a homogenous wall held together with a bamboo framework. The resultant one-foot-thick wall provides cooler shelter in hot climates, mitigating the impacts of extreme heat and minimizing the need for conventional building materials.

Botol Bari, a 970 sq ft community hub in Kuakata, Bangladesh, was built by local women with ActionAid funding 2020. It provides a safe space for women and has proven its resilience against storms like Cyclone Sitrang. The project empowers women, reduces plastic waste, and offers an affordable, sustainable housing solution adaptable to various climates, utilizing rainwater harvesting and local materials.

Botol Bari is a resilient solution for climate resilience (costing approx 7000 USD) that addresses hazards like extreme heat and cyclones, mitigates plastic pollution, and boosts community resilience and economic stability through local women’s involvement.