Keeping Plastic Waste out of
Landfills

Turning Plastic Waste into a Resource

Transforming Trash into Treasure

Real-Cycle is on a mission to increase plastic recycling rates and reduce landfill waste and environmental pollution. Our dedicated team of advisors has over 100 years of combined experience and has already helped divert more than 350,000 tons of plastic from landfills. We empower future leaders to develop scalable, innovative solutions. Together, we’re driving advanced waste management and transforming challenges into opportunities.

Empowering a Plastics Value Chain

Meet the Visionaries Behind Our Mission

Emi Saito

Director/Treasurer

Emi manages financial operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and spearheads startup initiatives to establish and expand Real Cycle.

Greg Merle

Director/Advisor

With over a decade of industry experience, Greg advises multiple plastics end users. He guides Real Cycle on industry trends, ensuring their efforts achieve the greatest impact.

Celine Merle

Director

Celine is a master of innovation and solutions. Celine brings her extensive experience in running non profit organizations and fund raisers.

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  • The Real Cycle Project: It’s Time to Get Real About Recycling  

    The Problem Isn’t Plastics—It’s What Happens to Them   We’ve all done it. You rinse out a plastic container, toss it into the blue bin, and feel good about doing your part. But what if I told you that plastic still ends up in a landfill—or worse, in our oceans and waterways?  The problem isn’t that…

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  • The Plastic Problem: Why Less Than 9% of Plastic Is Recycled

    In today’s world, plastic is ubiquitous, permeating nearly every aspect of our lives. From packaging materials to household items, its convenience and versatility have led to an exponential increase in production. However, this surge has brought about a pressing environmental challenge: the overwhelming majority of plastic waste is not recycled. Globally, only about 9% of…

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  • The Truth About Recycling: Breaking Down the Myths

    Most of us toss our plastic bottles, food containers, and packaging into the recycling bin with a sense of satisfaction. We’re doing our part. We assume those items will be collected, processed, and turned into something new. But the reality is more complex—and often more troubling—than most people realize. At Real Cycle, we believe that solving…

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