Plastic Fischer is a Germany-based startup with operations primarily in India and Indonesia, creating holistic social and environmental impacts at low cost. The organization’s mission is to intercept plastics in rivers through innovative, locally sourced, low-tech solutions that can be quickly deployed, ensuring efficient prevention of plastic from entering the oceans.

A core innovation is the TrashBoom—a floating barrier engineered to capture the majority of floating plastics and prevent them from traveling downstream.

In addition to interception, Plastic Fischer oversees the complete value chain for the plastics collected. This process spans from collection by full-time employees—addressing environmental concerns while supporting local communities—to processing materials at dedicated Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs). This integrated, end-to-end approach distinguishes Plastic Fischer within the sector.