Our mission
Research in the service of ecological and inclusive transformation
Association for Research and Development of Ecological Plastic Waste Transformation Techniques, ARDTTEMP partners with communities to reduce the impact of plastic waste on the environment. We promote and popularize transformation practices among entrepreneurs, and support communities affected by plastic pollution.
Our commitment goes beyond the environment: we provide unconditional support to elderly people, under-schooled women, and orphaned or needy children, guided by a logic of solidarity and sustainable development aligned with Cameroon's national objectives.
Learn more about usWhat we do
Four pillars of action, one ambition
Collection & awareness
Systematic collection operations of used plastic bags and waste from households and markets.
Technical transformation
Research and dissemination of transformation techniques: PET flakes, eco-friendly paving stones and tiles.
Inclusion & education
Our "One Youth, One Diploma" project supports young single mothers toward the CEPE, BEPC, Probatoire and Baccalauréat.
Support for the vulnerable
Unconditional support for elderly people, under-schooled women, and orphaned or needy children.
Our process
From collection to useful resource
Every plastic bag collected follows a precise journey before becoming a resource for communities and for the association's operations.
Collection
Organized pickup of plastic waste in neighborhoods and markets.
Sorting & washing
Separation by material type, cleaning and preparation of the waste.
Flaking
Transformation of PET into flakes reusable by local industry.
Manufacturing
Production of eco-friendly paving stones and tiles from treated waste.
Local impact
Revenue generated funds our social programs and the association's operations.
One Youth, One Diploma
Since its founding, ARDTTEMP has come a long way. The "One Youth, One Diploma" project has helped young single mothers earn their diplomas — CEPE, BEPC, Probatoire and Baccalauréat — across three regions of Cameroon: Centre, East and Adamawa.
This program reflects our core belief: protecting the environment and empowering vulnerable people go hand in hand.
See all our activitiesOur values
What guides each of our actions
Research
Solutions grounded in local technical experimentation and innovation.
Solidarity
Unconditional support for the most vulnerable members of our communities.
Sustainable development
Responsible economic activities that fund our social impact.
National engagement
Action aligned with the development objectives set by the Cameroonian state.
Join the movement
Whether you want to become a member, make a donation, or simply stay informed, every action counts to transform our environment together.