Community Recycles Plastics (CRP)

 

 

 

 

 

The Mariana Islands Nature Alliance launched the Community Recycles Plastics program in April 2023, a recycling initiative aimed towards introducing a circular economy mindset into CNMI communities. 
 
 
 
 
Partnered schools and organizations host plastic collection bins and 3-in-1 upcycling machines, which houses a shredder, extrusion, and injection component. These are used to turn collected and recyclable plastics into various usable products.
 
 
Since the program’s inception, MINA has distributed 110 recycling bins and four 3-in-1 plastic recycling machines to 24 locations in Saipan: 14 schools, 4 offices, 4 community hubs, and 2 secondary institutions.
 
Volunteers for these events participate in a cleanup and cut and separate plastics for future use in our 3-in-1 upcycling machines. These events are made possible through a grant from the National Park Foundation and help MINA's recycling efforts by diverting trash from our landfills and promoting a circular economy in the CNMI.
 
Interested in volunteering with us? These events are held every third Saturday of the month at Micro Beach from 9 AM to 12 PM. Follow MINA on social media for updates and more volunteer opportunities!

 

 

 
 
 

Bowl & lid, toy blocks, carabiners, fishing floats & latte pendants.
Gecko pendant, rulers, cutlery handle & bag clip.
Beads, latte pendants & fishing floats.

 

 

 

 

Last Updated 11/26/2025