The Global Recycling Foundation (GRF) has announced the winners of its 2026 Recycling Heroes Competition. This year GRF selected 15 winners from all around the globe. The Nautilus Project was selected as one of the winning entries in recognition of the charity’s dedication and environmental stewardship.

Ranjit Baxi, Founder of Global Recycling Day, said: “Once again the entries for the competition have highlighted an outstanding range of innovation and entrepreneurship, reflecting the passion which young people in particular feel about the environment.”

The Nautilus Project says it is delighted to receive this award.

A statement from the GRF continued: “Our theme this year was “Don’t think waste – Think Opportunity” encouraging everyone to view waste as a valuable resource.  We need to recognise the economic value of recycling helping drive Circular Economy and Sustainable practices."

All entrants had to submit a short video to illustrate how their projects and initiatives best demonstrated this year’s theme.

This year GRF has also selected five start-up initiatives which deserve recognition.

The 15 winners will each receive $500.