Our Story
We are a European family who moved to Asia in 2011, spending seven years in Beijing before settling in Phuket, Thailand, in 2018.
While enjoying Phuket's beautiful beaches, we were shocked by the amount of trash, especially during the monsoon season. We began collecting litter during our visits and soon realised we could do more.
This led to the creation of SaveUsFromPlastics, where we turn beach waste into useful, eco-friendly products, helping to combat plastic pollution while preserving the natural beauty we love.
Our Mission
From the initial idea of turning trash into something useful, SaveUsFromPlastics has come a long way.
With no background in plastics or recycling, we were inspired by the Precious Plastics project, leading us to focus on recycling HDPE, the plastic commonly found in bottle caps.
We invested in affordable recycling machines and partnered with local designers to create our first product—a sea turtle holder made from recycled caps.
This product can hold phones, glasses, and stationery, while also symbolising endangered marine life in Thailand. After two years, we launched our second product, the Shark Cup, and more designs are on the way. Stay tuned!
Our Vision
We believe that every small step counts in helping the environment, and that’s what SaveUsFromPlastics is all about—turning single-use plastic caps found on beaches into long-lasting products.
While more advanced recycling solutions are being developed, we think it’s better to recycle plastic into something useful than to let it go to waste.
We've shared our project in schools and believe education is key to reducing pollution. When you support us, you help collect more plastic, create local jobs, and keep our small but impactful mission going.