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Innovating for a Sustainable Revolution

Since 2010, Cambridge Industries has been pioneering sustainable urban development, from revolutionizing waste collection to launching Africa's first waste-to-energy facility. Our mission: to drive growth through innovation and make the circular economy a cornerstone of Africa and beyond.
Today, our portfolio has grown to include CI Prevent, CI Recycle, CI Recover, and CI Minerals. These product lines represent the epitome of our mission: to integrate cutting-edge technology with the principles of the circular economy, thereby enhancing urban sustainability.
Our projects, from Addis Ababa to Kinshasa, are more than just infrastructure; they are hubs of innovation that empower local communities, improve waste collection through micro-enterprises, and drive the agenda for long-term environmental stewardship.
As we continue to expand, each new venture is a step towards realizing our vision of self-sustaining cities equipped to meet tomorrow's environmental challenges with today’s innovative solutions.
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Engineering Eco Excellence by Preventing

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CI Prevent™
Developing comprehensive waste reduction plans to minimize environmental impact, optimize resource use, and innovate towards a zero-waste future.
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CI Recycle™
Designing advanced recycling solutions that transform urban waste into valuable resources, contributing to sustainable urban landscapes.
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CI Recover™
Creating cutting-edge waste-to-energy facilities that power cities while reducing landfill usage, epitomizing sustainable urban infrastructure.
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CI Minerals™
Conducting meticulous analysis to recover precious minerals from waste, setting new benchmarks for resource recovery in the industry.
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Products | Prevent

CI Prevent™ redefines waste management by focusing on prevention at its source. Our cutting-edge solutions, including refill stations and zero-waste retail concepts, empower communities to reduce their environmental footprint by minimizing waste production and consumption. Designed for efficiency and convenience, CI Prevent™ is leading the way in sustainable urban living. Empowering communities to reduce waste and embrace sustainable consumption.

Products | Recycle

Our CI Recycle™ line transforms waste into resources. With state-of-the-art facilities and technologies, we process a wide range of materials — from plastics to metals and beyond. Each CI Recycle™ hub is a cornerstone of urban recycling, enhancing the collection, sorting, and processing of recyclables to reclaim valuable materials and reduce landfill reliance.

Products | Recover

CI Recover™ taps into the untapped potential of waste, recovering the nutrients and energy within the waste. From waste-to-energy plants to nutrient recovery systems, our technologies provide sustainable alternatives to traditional disposal methods, contributing to energy self-sufficiency and agricultural productivity in urban environments.

Products | Minerals

The CI Minerals™ line focuses on the recovery of valuable minerals from waste streams. Leveraging innovative extraction and processing technologies, we're able to reclaim and repurpose minerals for new uses, reducing the need for virgin mining and supporting circular economic practices in urban development.

Cambridge Industries’ CI Recover program transformed our city’s waste management. We’ve seen a significant drop in waste and a rise in clean energy production.

Mayor Alemayehu T.

The CI Reduce initiative has been a game-changer for our community. The refill stations are convenient and have substantially reduced plastic waste.

Jessica M.

Collaborating with Cambridge Industries on the CI Recycle project has not only been rewarding but also inspirational. Together, we are making real strides towards a circular economy.

Dr. Rajiv K.

As a small business owner, the franchise model for the CI Distributed Refill Kiosks has provided us with a sustainable income source and the chance to contribute positively to our environment.

Michael T.

CI Minerals’ innovative approach to urban mining is revolutionary. We’ve been able to reclaim valuable resources while cleaning up our city.

Engineer Lina Z.

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