About the project
As a mechanical engineer specializing in 3D design, Marco Bernardo worked on innovative projects such as the most complicated watch in the world in 2018, a solar-powered bakery in Burkina Faso producing 4,000 breads a day in 2011, and a process plastic recycling using only solar thermal energy and human power. Specialized in crypto-currency, he has developed an expertise in blockchain technology, allowing him to value recycled plastic via NFT’s. Passionate about sustainability and environmentalism, he strives to create projects that have a positive impact on the planet and society.
The solar plastic recycling project is a community-driven initiative aimed at establishing a decentralised network of plastic recycling plants around the world, utilising solar thermal energy. It provides the necessary resources, expertise, and support to empower local communities, NGOs, schools, and makers to build and operate their own Sun Factories, turning plastic waste into durable products.
Our solar plastic recycling project aims to empower communities worldwide to transform plastic waste into durable products, without the need for electricity. Using solar thermal energy and human power, our mobile units can be deployed anywhere to create a decentralized network of sustainable plastic recycling plants. These plants, called Sun Factories, are operated by Sun-made and provide plans, kits, and materials for building the centers and machines, as well as organizing workshops. The first Sun Factory is currently under construction in Portugal.
