TECO² has developed an eco-composite material that is manufactured using plastic waste and can replace wooden planks in classroom furniture and roofs. The end product is durable, waterproof and resistant to UV aging, while offering better thermal and acoustic insulation than other materials. Currently operating in Burkina Faso, the solution has a highly positive environmental and social impact, addressing plastic waste, deforestation and education quality.The solution enables the collection and recovery of plastic waste of about 15 tonnes monthly. TECO² trains local waste pickers as well as the workers involved in the manufacturing of the recycled pellets to enhance the collection and recycling process in a safe and efficient manner, resulting in the development of skills and raising awareness in the local community.