Julian Silva is the founder of Plastno, a Top Rated brand in our Sustainable Jungle Brand Rating System that’s tackling waste in the household essentials space. Through compostable trash bags, refillable cleaning products, and the Plastnofy app, Plastno is making it easier for consumers to reduce waste and live more sustainably—all while prioritizing transparency and ethical production.
In this episode of the Sustainable Jungle Podcast, Joy speaks with Julian about his personal journey into sustainability, the origins of Plastno, and what it’s like to build a sustainability-focused company.
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What You’ll Hear About
- Julian’s personal background and path into sustainability
- The founding story of Plastno and the mission behind the brand
- Compostable trash bags, refillable cleaning products & the Plastnofy app
- Challenges, wins, and values shaping Plastno’s journey
- Why Plastno earned our Top Rated badge and the importance of transparency
- Reflections on the waste and cleaning industries—and what the future could hold
Members-Only Bonus Segment
In the bonus segment, Julian opens up with his personal reflections on managing a business like Plastno, navigating tough tradeoffs between values and growth, and what he’d do with unlimited resources. He also shares a personal look at his hopes for Plastno and the wider low-waste movement.
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