Circular Economy • Nairobi, Kenya

Turning Waste
Into Worth

Turning waste glass into worthy products with purpose. Our mission is to create environmental and economic value by transforming waste materials into resources while empowering communities and promoting responsible consumption.

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Impact In Motion

Every Bottle Tells A Story

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Our Story

Giving Glass A Second Life

Founded in Nairobi, Kenya, Eco Glasera Innovations is a student-led enterprise reimagining what glass waste could be.

Co-founded by Ryan Gathitu and Elvis Njeru to turn discarded glass into sustainable livelihoods and products.

Mission

Our mission is to create environmental and economic value by transforming waste materials into resources while empowering communities and promoting responsible consumption.

Vision

Our vision is to become Kenya's leading circular economy enterprise for glass recovery, recycling, and sustainable product innovation.

See The JourneyMeet The Founders →

Ryan Gathitu, Co-Founder

KICC Science & Innovation Week

2024

Year Founded

Core Values

What We Stand For

Six principles that guide every collection, every product, and every partnership.

U

Ubuntu

We rise together — community, collaboration, and shared prosperity.

C

Circularity

Every bottle deserves a second life in a closed-loop economy.

S

Stewardship

Responsible care for our environment and the communities we serve.

D

Dignity

Meaningful work and fair opportunity for every person involved.

I

Innovation

Creative solutions that turn waste into worth.

T

Transparency

Open, honest impact reporting you can trust.

How It's Made

Glass Waste To Crafted Home Pieces

The up-cycling process — from collection to creation.

1

Collection

Glass is collected across neighbourhoods by agents and community partners.

2

Sorting

Materials are sorted by colour, type and quality to ensure the best reuse streams.

3

Crushing & Crafting

Glass is crushed into cullets and transformed into beautiful products.

Product Catalogue

Eco Glasera Innovations Upcycled Glassware

Every piece is hand-cut from discarded bottles and reborn as glassware, vases, and serveware — each with its own story of transformation.

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Community & Training

Empowering Through Education

We believe in building capacity, not dependency. Our programs equip communities with skills to create sustainable livelihoods.

Skills Development

Hands-on training in glass processing, product design, and sustainable business practices.

Youth Mentorship

Connecting young entrepreneurs with industry experts and sustainability leaders.

Community Workshops

Regular events teaching recycling awareness and circular economy principles.

Innovation Labs

Spaces for experimentation and development of new sustainable products.

“Eco Glasera Innovations didn't just teach me a skill—they gave me a vision for the future. Now I run my own small recycling initiative in my community.”
J

Jane

“Working with recycled materials opened my eyes to the beauty in what others throw away. Every piece tells a story.”

Ochieng

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Bottle Experience Workshop

Experience the second life of a bottle.

Step into our hands-on workshop and discover how everyday bottles become resources, skills, and new products. It is an invitation to learn, make, and see waste differently.

Price List

Upcycled glass, given a second life

All prices in KES

Bottle Single Cut

One clean cut and polish

200 /-

Bottle Double Cut

Two cuts, both edges finished

250 /-

Painted Vases

Hand-painted finish

300 /-

Name Engraving

Personalised lettering

100 /-

Logo Engraving

Custom mark or emblem

150 /-

Floral Patterns

Full bottle

250 /-

The Bottle Experience

Our signature hands-on session

3,500 /-

See the process

Follow a discarded bottle from collection and sorting to its next life.

Make something new

Explore the craft behind turning waste glass into useful, beautiful pieces.

Create with purpose

Leave with a deeper connection to responsible consumption and local makers.

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Corporate Partnerships

Partner With Eco Glasera Innovations

Join Kenya's leading businesses in building a circular economy. Our enterprise partnership program offers comprehensive glass waste management solutions.

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ESG Reporting

Comprehensive sustainability metrics for your corporate reports.

Impact Tracking

Real-time dashboards showing your environmental contribution.

Collection Logistics

Hassle-free scheduled pickups tailored to your business needs.

Sustainability Certification

Recognition as an Eco Glasera Innovations certified sustainable partner.

Trusted Collaborators

British Council logo

British Council

Academic Partner

Riara University logo

Riara University

Academic Partner

British Council logo

British Council

Academic Partner

Riara University logo

Riara University

Academic Partner

General Enquiries

Let's talk about your idea, order, or partnership.

Whether you're looking for a custom order, a collection request, or a collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Schedule Collection

Request A Glass Collection

Have glass waste that needs recycling? Schedule a collection and join our circular economy movement. We'll handle the rest.

Free Collection

No charges for glass waste pickup

Flexible Scheduling

Pick a time that works for you

Community Impact

Every collection supports local livelihoods

Collection Points

  • WOW Beverages

    Kileleshwa-Mandera Road

  • West Mall

    Langata Road

  • 1824 Whiskey Bar Lounge

    Nairobi Aerodrome Road

  • Classic Joint Bistro

    Parklands Rd

The Magazine

Stories of Impact

Auto-updated from Instagram, LinkedIn, and Eco Glasera stories.

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Where Innovation Meets Purpose: Eco Glasera Showcases a Circular Future at the ASLIA Innovation Showcase
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Where Innovation Meets Purpose: Eco Glasera Showcases a Circular Future at the ASLIA Innovation Showcase

At Strathmore Business School, Eco Glasera presented its glass recycling initiative to innovators and British Council Global Chief Executive Scott McDonald — reimagining waste as opportunity.

Eco Glasera5 min
Turning Waste into Opportunity: How Eco Glasera Brought Circular Innovation to STRI4Society Week 2026
Eco Glaserayouth innovation

Turning Waste into Opportunity: How Eco Glasera Brought Circular Innovation to STRI4Society Week 2026

At KICC during STRI4Society Week 2026, Eco Glasera showcased how discarded glass bottles become valuable products — and opened conversations about jobs, community, and Kenya’s green future.

Eco Glasera5 min
Redefining Sustainability at the Grassroots
Eco Glaserabrand story

Redefining Sustainability at the Grassroots

In Nairobi, thousands of glass bottles are used every day — Eco-glass is turning what most call waste into jobs, innovation, and a cleaner future.

Melissa Agutu4 min
Bottled Hope: Eco Glass Kenya
Eco Glaserabrand story

Bottled Hope: Eco Glass Kenya

A youth-led initiative proving that discarded glass can spark change — partnering with communities across Nairobi to build a circular economy, one bottle at a time.

Aura Joe6 min
Meet The Founders

The Visionaries Behind Eco Glasera Innovations

Two young Kenyan entrepreneurs united by a shared vision of Turning Waste Into Worth.

Ryan Gathitu
Founder 1

Ryan Gathitu

Co-Founder

Ryan is a passionate environmental advocate and entrepreneur. With a background in sustainable business development, he leads Eco Glasera Innovations' strategic vision and partnerships.

“I believe every piece of glass we save is a step toward a cleaner Kenya. Our mission is to prove that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.”

Built to lead Eco Glasera Innovations forward
Elvis Njeru
Founder 2

Elvis Njeru

Co-Founder

Elvis brings operational excellence and community engagement expertise to Eco Glasera Innovations. His passion for youth empowerment drives our training and mentorship programs.

“The circular economy isn't just about recycling—it's about creating opportunities. Every job we create, every skill we teach, builds a more sustainable future.”

Built to lead Eco Glasera Innovations forward

Together We Can Build
A Circular Future.

Every bottle has a second chance. Let's build a circular future, together.

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