At Arowana, we believe that building sustainable ventures are not only good for the planet—they are also good business. Our investment philosophy centres on creating long-term value by supporting purpose-driven enterprises that tackle systemic challenges.
One of the most pressing issues of our time is plastic pollution, particularly in Southeast Asia, where inadequate waste management infrastructure and a proliferation of single-use plastics have resulted in environmental degradation on a massive scale.
In the Philippines alone, millions of tonnes of plastic waste are generated annually, much of it ending up in landfills, rivers, or oceans. It is a crisis that calls for urgent, innovative, and scalable solutions. That is why Arowana is proud to back Green Antz, a trailblazer in the circular economy that is transforming the way waste is perceived, recovered, managed, and utilised.
Green Antz exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking business we champion: one that not only mitigates environmental harm but actively contributes to community resilience and economic inclusion. By converting plastic waste into high-quality, affordable construction materials such as eco-bricks and eco-pavers, Green Antz is demonstrating that sustainability and profitability are not mutually exclusive. Their network of eco-hubs—social franchises embedded within communities—has become a powerful model for decentralised waste collection, local job creation, and grassroots environmental education.
What drew us to Green Antz is their holistic approach: they offer corporations and municipalities practical waste diversion solutions while simultaneously addressing the need for cost-effective, climate-resilient building materials. Each eco-brick diverts approximately 100 sachets from the waste stream and delivers superior strength and insulation compared to traditional hollow blocks—all while reducing overall construction costs.
Arowana’s commitment to environmental sustainability extends beyond capital. We work closely with portfolio companies like Green Antz to scale their impact, strengthen their governance, and expand their reach. Our partnership with Green Antz aligns with our broader mission to accelerate the growth of circular economy businesses across Asia-Pacific—enterprises that see waste not as a liability, but as an opportunity to create value and restore balance to our ecosystems. By supporting ventures like Green Antz, Arowana is investing in a future where innovation, inclusion, and sustainability go hand in hand.
