began as a search. A patient, steady effort to find the most exemplary people on earth, understand what drives them, and map the quiet force that runs through their lives. What emerged wasn't a list but a landscape — an archipelago of examples, each one distinct, yet connected. A set of lives that, together, offer a way to navigate the world.
began as a search — a patient effort to find the most exemplary people on earth and map the quiet force that runs through their lives.
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Chngmkr is a collective, decentralised map. We ask leading figures across the world to share the inspirations who shape their action — their own list of living examples.
Marseille, France
Ex-sailor Simon Bernard founded Plastic Odyssey, using a ship with recycling tech to fight ocean pollution and train communities worldwide.
Chicago, USA
French-Japanese inventor Cesar Jung-Harada created Protei, an oil-cleaning robot ship, and runs MakerBay to develop eco-tech solutions.
Samsø, Denmark
Led Samsø island to 100% renewable energy, creating a global model for community-powered sustainability.
Geneva, Switzerland
Rob Hopkins founded the Transition Movement in Totnes, England, inspiring communities to build sustainable, resilient futures together.

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Plastic Flamingo, or The Plaf, was founded to tackle the overwhelming issue of plastic waste in the Philippines with a unique approach that combines environmental impact with local empowerment. The organization, led by a team passionate about protecting the oceans, collects and recycles plastic waste, transforming it into eco-friendly construction materials like planks and bricks. But for The Plaf, it’s about more than just recycling—it’s about inspiring communities to join the fight against pollution and giving people a stake in building a cleaner, more resilient future. By turning waste into something valuable, Plastic Flamingo not only reduces pollution but also creates local solutions for housing and infrastructure, proving that sustainable change can start from the ground up.
Location
Muntinlupa City, Republic of the Philippines
Website
https://theplaf.comRecommended by
Simon Bernard