A concrete-free, durable paving brick created sustainably with recycled plastic waste
An estimated 92% of Kenya’s plastic is mismanaged, resulting in 37 kilotons of pollution each year. In fact, the capital of Nairobi alone generates an average of 175,000 tons of plastic waste yearly.
NWC is helping to tackle Kenya’s refuse crisis by working in partnership with Nairobi-based social enterprise, Gjenge Makers, to recycle plastic waste into durable paving bricks.
Our bricks are concrete-free, outperforming traditional pavers in both strength and durability - offering a sustainable and long-lasting alternative to conventional materials.
Key features
Concrete-free, made from 100% recycled materials
Extremely durable, maintaining good condition for decades
Remains intact under extreme weather conditions; water, moisture and ultraviolet radiation resistant
Twice as strong as concrete; expected to carry loads up to 140 N/mm or 115 metric tonnes
Easy to work with; uses standard construction methods and can act as a direct substitute for conventional pavers
Available in a variety of colours; no painting required
Mould and fungus resistant
Price comparable with standard bricks
Composition
Our bricks are made from 100% sand (silicon dioxide) and recycled plastic material, including, but not limited to polypropylene (PP), high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Through a process of heat and pressure, the pavers are formed to create a durable composite which prevents deterioration.
Plastic takes approximately 100 to 1000 years to decompose, depending on the type. For example, PVC takes more than 450 years to disintegrate, while polyethylene bags only decompose by about 0.5% in 100 years. The durability of plastic means that the useful life of our paving bricks is expected to be significantly longer than conventional pavers.
About our partner
We’re proud to be working with Gjenge Makers to create sustainable and long-lasting construction solutions.
Founded by Nzambi Matee, winner of the UN Environment Programme’s Young Champion of the Earth 2020 for Africa, Gjenge is an innovative women-led community-focused enterprise.
The organisation is on a mission to transform Kenya’s plastic waste into sustainable construction products - while generating employment opportunities for local youth.
Colours include Terracotta, Earthy, Slate and Ash
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