TURNING PLASTIC INTO PROTEIN

Isaac founded HEXA, a venture harnessing the natural ability of certain insects to digest plastics and transform them into valuable entomological protein and soil enhancer. HEXA is a groundbreaking circular solution to plastic pollution, designed to boost agricultural output and create green jobs while protecting fragile ecosystems.

Isaac De La Rosa - HEXA | Quintana Roo

PROBLEM

2,500+ Tons Of plastic waste is generated in Quintana Roo every day. Yet only 0.4% of plastics are recycled properly.

Solution

Plastic Eating Insects HEXA Harnesses the natural ability of insects to digest plastics and converts plastic into entomological protein and soil enhancer.

HEXA IMPACT

2 TONS

Of plastic waste is processed monthly by plastic-eating insects.

500 kg of ProteiN

And 300 kg of a natural soil enhancer are created, providing local farmers with cost-effective resources.

Awards

National Bronze Biology Olympiad Award.

First place State award.

Emprende Yo Te Apuesto (2020).

State Youth Award- Entrepreneur Category (2024).