Ponchilas: Innovative recycled backpacks in the Peruvian Andes

3,718 views · Published 5 June 2018 · 1:30 · Indexed 21 September 2026

Channel: UN Environment Programme · 2018 · Science & Technology

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Backpacks made out of recycled single-use plastic bottles are helping children in the Peruvian Andes. Watch this short video to learn more about this creative/innovative idea! #BeatPlasticPollution

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