My house is made of 850 recycled plastic blocks. Volunteers helped with the construction.

In 2018, a project utilizing recycled plastic to build homes was initiated, exemplifying ecological efforts to aid those in financial hardship. Cindy Mora, a single mother from Alajuelita, Costa Rica, participated in this innovative initiative by Habitat for Humanity and other partners, which involved constructing a house from 850 recycled plastic blocks. The project required over 800 hours of volunteer work and aimed to address housing needs while promoting recycling. Although the use of recycled materials is beneficial, experts emphasize that it cannot replace the need for reducing plastic production. The initiative has inspired further projects, including the construction of homes with a percentage of recycled plastic in their materials. For Mora, the primary goal was securing a home for her family, fulfilling a lifelong dream.