We find plastic everywhere we look – from the furthest shores to deep inside our bodies. Plastic has become a human health issue, as well as a social and environmental issue.
Working with our partners, we equip decision makers with the tools they need to tackle plastic pollution and build a more sustainable, healthy future.
Collaborating with governments, especially Small Island States, to identify and accelerate the most effective policies to significantly reduce plastic pollution.
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Working with leading scientists to research and understand the health risks of plastics to guide policy-makers and others to make changes that protect human health.
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Equipping educators and young people with the knowledge and resources to build ocean literacy and empower a growing global community of student-led action on plastic waste.
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A healthy future, freed from plastic. Where the most vulnerable places and people are protected from the health and environmental impacts of plastic pollution.
We focus our work where it’s needed the most – in the areas that are most affected, and least resourced.
8,657 tonnes
potential annual reduction in plastic pollution
961 professionals
upskilled, building capacity and expertise
1,532 schools
taking action on plastic pollution in 52 countries
Plastic pollution threatens our environment, economies, and health. Almost 200 countries are negotiating a historic Plastics Treaty to stop it.
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