Podcasts about ocean plastic

Ich spreche mit Marie-Luise über ein Thema, das uns alle betrifft und gleichzeitig massiv unterschätzt wird: die »Plastiklüge«. Plastik ist kein neutrales Alltagsprodukt, sondern zu rund 99 % fossil – es basiert auf Öl, Gas und Kohle. Damit ist jede Plastiktüte, jede Verpackung und sogar ein Großteil unserer Kleidung direkt mit der fossilen Industrie verbunden, was in der öffentlichen Wahrnehmung kaum thematisiert wird. Besonders eindrücklich wird, wie allgegenwärtig Plastik wirklich ist: Wir finden es nicht nur in Verpackungen, sondern auch in Luft, Wasser und inzwischen sogar im menschlichen Körper, wie im Blut, im Gehirn und in der Plazenta. Damit wird aus einem vermeintlichen Müllproblem eine echte Gesundheits- und Systemfrage. Ein zentraler Punkt unseres Gesprächs ist die Machtstruktur dahinter: Die Plastikindustrie ist kein isolierter Sektor, sondern eng mit den großen Öl- und Gaskonzernen verflochten. Gleichzeitig wird die Verantwortung stark auf uns Konsument:innen verlagert, obwohl Recycling bisher nur einen Bruchteil des Problems löst und die Produktion weiter exponentiell wächst. Wir sprechen auch darüber, warum viele vermeintliche Lösungen – wie Recycling oder »Ocean Plastic« oft nur Teil einer größeren Erzählung sind, die das eigentliche Problem verdeckt: die ständig steigende Produktion. Solange diese nicht reduziert wird, bleibt jede individuelle Maßnahme begrenzt wirksam.   Kapitel 06:16 Warum Plastik ursprünglich als Lösung galt 07:34 Wo überall Plastik steckt im Alltag 09:25 Explosion der Plastikproduktion seit 2000 11:33 Mikroplastik im Körper: die schockierende Realität 12:29 Die Macht der fossilen Konzerne hinter Plastik 15:51 Fracking & warum Plastikindustrie boomt 22:13 Warum Recycling das Problem nicht löst 26:03 Plastikmüll global: Export, Meere und Realität 35:47 Plastik als Umwelt-, Gesundheits- und Klimakrise 39:58 Greenwashing & falsche Lösungen 43:02 Welche Regulierung wirklich helfen würde 47:50 Blick in die Zukunft: Plastik 2036 49:05 Was sich wirklich ändern muss   Empfehlungen Zivilgesellschaftliches Netzwerk zum Ausstieg aus Plastik mit ganz vielen Information https://exit-plastik.de/ Sehr guter wissenschaftlicher Artikel zur Politischen Ökonomie der Plastikindustrie https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S259033222300252X zur Rolle der fossilen Lobby in den Verhandlungen zum Plastikabkommen https://eia-international.org/report/foxes-in-the-henhouse/   Kontakt Marie-Luise Abshagen https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-luise-abshagen-126789200/ Wandel mit Wirkung Der Newsletter zum Podcasts: https://www.trimpact.net/news/anmelden/   Das Booklet zum Podcast (gratis Download) https://www.trimpact.net/podcast/booklet/   Kooperationen https://www.trimpact.net/beratung/   Mein Gastbeitrag zur nachhaltigen Geldanlage im Buch Green Finance https://fazbuch.de/produkt/green-finance/ref/1485/?utm_campaign=green-finance   Social-Media Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stella-dombrowsky/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stella_dombrowsky/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Podcast-WandelmitWirkung   Kooperationsanfragen & Kontakt: Stella Dombrowsky sd@trimpact.net www.trimpact.net

"Our vessel is an ambassador for solutions"Simon and his team at Plastic Odyssey focus on global plastic removal expeditions in partnership with UNESCO, where they travel to polluted countries around the world to implement solutions with local communities, such as improving waste management, reusing plastic into materials for use, running community trainings, building factories, and creating jobs. We have a conversation about their model, what theyʻve learned, and what they have in store. Learn more about Plastic Odyssey on their website and Instagram Join Futureswell!

A voyage investigating our ocean plastic crisis sets sail from Auckland today. 

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with Adrian Solgaard about building a sustainable travel brand rooted in ocean plastic innovation. (00:00–01:30) Solgaard began as a Kickstarter campaign and quickly gained traction with consumers seeking functional, eco-friendly products. (01:30–03:15) Adrian explains how the company turns ocean-bound plastic into premium luggage and accessories. (03:15–05:40) They discuss product design, including modular systems that differentiate Solgaard in a crowded travel market. (05:40–08:10) The conversation dives into scaling challenges, including manufacturing, supply chains, and maintaining quality. (08:10–11:20) Finally, they explore brand storytelling, mission alignment, and how sustainability drives long-term consumer loyalty. (11:20–14:30)

Swapna Namboodiri is a multi-disciplinary environmental and sustainability artist based in Adelaide. She works with upcycled single-use plastic - turning it into sculptural wall pieces, large-scale installations, and wearable art. No formal training. No gallery representation. International sales since 2017.In this episode: 6 years at Infosys (with a full creative practice running every evening after work the whole time), the move from Bangalore to Doha to Adelaide, building 136K Instagram followers through raw process content, her wearable art piece Amphitrite at Australian Wearable Art on the Sunshine Coast, and a commission for Bank Australia and Parley for Oceans launched at Martin Place, Sydney.We also get into the practical - shipping, pricing, Art Finder, Blue Thumb, and what it looks like to build from scratch in a country where nobody knows you yet.Swapna's WebsiteSwapna on InstagramSwapna on FacebookSwapna on YouTubeNaina's WebsiteNaina on InstagramNaina on YouTubeCome on the Podcast

Each year, over 11 million metric tons of plastic end up in the ocean, which is like dumping a garbage truck full of plastic every minute. For years, we've known that marine animals eat this debris, but no one had measured exactly how much plastic it takes to kill them. Dr. Erin Murphy, who leads ocean plastics research at the Ocean Conservancy, is the principal author of a major study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Her team analyzed more than 10,000 necropsies from 95 species of seabirds, sea turtles, and marine mammals worldwide. Earth911's summary describes this critical study, which found lethal plastic thresholds that could change how we view the plastic crisis.The study measured how deadly different types of plastic are to sea life, which makes the results especially useful for policymakers. Each finding suggests a clear policy action, such as banning balloon releases like Florida has done, banning plastic bags as in California's SB 54, or improving how fishing gear is marked and recovered. Still, Erin points out that focusing only on certain plastics is not enough. Her team found that even small amounts of any plastic can be dangerous. As she says, "At the end of the day, there is too much plastic in the ocean," and we need big changes at every stage of the plastics life cycle, from production to disposal.There's encouraging evidence that interventions work. Communities in Hawaii conducted large-scale beach cleanups and saw the Hawaiian monk seal population rebound. A study published in Science confirmed that bag bans reduce plastic on beaches by 25 to 47%. And Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup, now in its 40th year, removed more than a million plastic bags from beaches last year. These actions address a parallel crisis in human health that is building from the same pollution source. Most of the microplastics now found in humans and around the world began as the same macroplastics that are killing puffins and turtles. As Erin puts it, "I do view this all as part of the same crisis."You can read the full study at pnas.org and learn more about Ocean Conservancy's work at oceanconservancy.org.

A Dutch non-profit shows progress against plastic pollution, pulling millions of kilograms from rivers and seas, while proving large-scale cleanup works but cannot replace prevention and better waste systems worldwide. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: Bo Eide via flickr

From the halls of government to the depths of the ocean, how deep does the plastic crisis go and can we recycle our way out of this mess?Plastic has completely permeated our existence, and and its effects are far-reaching, from soil to glaciers. Recycling was supposed to take care of this mess — or was it?   In this episode, we'll figure ou how the plastic industry is behind one of th biggest greenwashing schemes of all time, the current state of recycling, and why Big Oil is banning big on plastic. We'll also hear from our plastic-perplexed-but-optimistic community and our expert, Head of Research at The Ocean Cleanup, Laurent Lebreton. Episode CreditsListener contributions: Anna, Mac Hansen, Sawyer, Sobia Zaidi, Tiffany, Valli Divya, Rachel RadvanyEpisode expert: Laurent Lebreton, Head of Research at The Ocean CleanupEditing and engineering: Evan Goodchild‍Hosting and production: Katelan Cunningham (00:17) - Intro (08:12) - How does our community handle plastic recycling? (12:31) - Interview with Laurent Lebreton, Head of Research at The Ocean Cleanup (32:22) - How Big Oil is banking on plastic. (39:54) - Outro

Leading shipping companies are joining forces to combat ocean plastic pollution through the launch of the Maritime Association for Clean Seas (MACS): a new industry alliance driving measurable reductions in plastic and operational waste at scale. Founded by Seven Clean Seas (SCS), an ocean impact organisation, MACS unites founding members including Berge Bulk, X-Press Feeders, and others from across the global maritime value chain. Clean Seas to tackle ocean plastic Our oceans underpin global trade and face mounting plastic challenges Oceans carry around 90% of global trade and provide livelihoods for more than 2 million seafarers worldwide. Yet they face unprecedented pressure, with 14 million tonnes of plastic entering and damaging marine ecosystems every year. While the maritime sector contributes only a small fraction of this pollution, even isolated cargo losses or poor waste handling on board or quayside can have serious consequences which could be prevented, especially with plastic pellets, films and light packaging. By advancing best practices, innovation, and collaboration across the value chain, the industry can play a pivotal role in reducing plastic leakage and protecting the very waters it relies on. A pivotal moment for maritime sustainability MACS builds on the IMO's established Plastic Marine Litter Action Plan and responds to the growing global sentiment for coordinated, industry-wide action on plastic pollution. As scrutiny around environmental and community impact intensifies, MACS creates a unified front for maritime players to reduce plastic use, share best practices, and inspire change across adjacent sectors with even larger plastic footprints. Collective action for measurable impact MACS builds on SCS' track record of tackling plastic pollution at its source. Operating in some of the world's most polluted coastal regions, SCS develops holistic certified recovery projects that not only recover ocean plastic but also deliver fair employment and community impact on the ground. The Association brings maritime leaders together to tackle two core objectives of ocean plastic recovery at scale and waste reduction across the maritime value chain, with the initial focus for 2026 on three key areas: Sustainable procurement and material use; Vessel waste measurement and reduction; And improved portside waste reception. These efforts align directly with the IMO's 2030 Action Plan. It also marks a key milestone in SCS' mission to recover 100,000,000 kilograms of plastic and improve 200,000 lives by 2030, proving how targeted collaboration can drive systemic change and inspire far-reaching environmental progress. "Seven Clean Seas has always believed in collective action as the most powerful lever for change," said Tom Peacock-Nazil, Founder & Chairman of MACS. "With MACS, we're providing the maritime industry with the tools it needs to make measurable progress against plastic pollution. Not in isolation, but together." Driving systemic change through collaboration Founding members Berge Bulk, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM), X-Press Feeders, and Britoil Offshore Services represent a cross-section of the global maritime sector, from bulk carriers and ship management to offshore operations. Their participation reflects a shared commitment to operational excellence, environmental leadership, and data transparency. "At Berge Bulk, the oceans are at the heart of our business, so we have always felt an obligation to protect them and a responsibility to keep them clean," said Michael Blanding, Head of Sustainability & Communications. "Our long-standing work with SCS has already delivered tangible results, and through MACS, we're proud to help lead a united industry response that can achieve change at scale." Francis Goh, Chief Operating Officer of X-Press Feeders, added, "As a global shipping company, we recognise the responsibility we have to safeguard the oceans that sustain global trade. Our collaboration with S...

Brodie Neill is a Tasmanian-born but London-based furniture designer, who has made a name for himself by creating pieces from waste and reclaimed materials. In 2016, for example, he represented Australia at the inaugural London Design Biennale with his exhibition entitled, Plastic Effects. In it, he showcased the Gyro Table, with a top made of fragments of recycled ocean plastic that had been salvaged from beaches in places like Hawaii and Cornwall.  Over the years, his furniture pieces have been made from dowels, reclaimed school floors, and wood found in some extraordinary places. He has also collaborated with brands such as Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz and Alexander McQueen, while his limited edition works feature in museums and galleries around the globe.  In this episode, we talk about: why he found himself in the Antarctic earlier this year; sharing a ship with over 30 scientists; the new work that is emerging from the 'adventure of a lifetime'; how finding plastic on a Tasmanian beach proved a pivotal moment in his career; creating the iconic Gyro Table; how he collects ocean plastic; creating high end products from ‘underwater' wood and old school floors; unleashing ‘material potential'; inheriting his grandfather's tools; day dreaming at school; and why he needs to be near making. And remember the inaugural Assemble with Material Matters takes place on 20 November at the Bank of England Conference Centre. Tickets cost £175 (+ VAT) and are officially available until 6 November. To secure your place click hereSupport the show

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Terracycle is proving that almost anything can be recycled, from cigarette butts to ocean plastics, transforming how the world thinks about waste. In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, Andrew Lewin speaks with Tom Szaky, the founder and CEO of TerraCycle, to explore how his company is creating global recycling programs that redefine sustainability and consumer responsibility. TerraCycle has become a leader in connecting corporations and individuals to solutions that keep waste out of landfills and oceans. This conversation dives into the economics of recycling, why certain materials are left behind, how microplastics can be repurposed, and what it takes to shift both corporate and consumer behavior. By the end, you'll see why recycling is not just about sorting bins but about reimagining the value of our waste. Terracycle Website: https://www.terracycle.com/ Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Microplastics are found on every corner of the planet – even in our own bodies. Holly Hogan has seen the far-reaching impacts of ocean plastics first hand. She is a seabird biologist with over 30 years of experience and the author of Message in a Bottle: Ocean Dispatches in the Age of Plastic. Holly shares powerful stories about the devastating effects of plastic on marine life, how microplastics are impacting human health and how we can reduce plastic in our everyday lives.

Join us as we dive headlong into discussion with Raffi Schieir, Director of supply chain business Bantam Materials UK Ltd and founder of Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP). With multiple sustainability-related awards and nominations under the belt, the POP brand is making a splash for both the business and their clients alike. Raffi shares how his goal to 'win the decade' has fostered growth that's both sustainable and profitable, and how embracing change, even in the face of challenges, can create new opportunities. Ready to chart your course to business success? Then tune in as we plunge into the full story.

Whether it's the bottle of water that you hastily grab at the train station, or your favourite guilty-pleasure fizzy pop, you may have noticed something different about your drinks lately - or at least their containers. Since July 2024, it's been EU law that bottle caps are attached, or 'tethered', on all single-use plastic bottles. But what exactly is the reason for this change? Will it really help to save the planet, or is it just there to annoy us? We chat to Dr Diogo Veríssimo about "nudge", "sludge", and changing human behaviour for a better world.

Alex Schulze, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and 4ocean CEO, leads a global mission against ocean plastic. His innovative approach has removed 38 million pounds of trash, inspiring millions and attracting corporate and celebrity support. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There's a lot of things that you need to sacrifice in order to accomplish your goals and sometimes it can be lonely and a tough path. 2. When you want to do begin to do something, be intentional. 3. Nudge don't judge. Visit their website to connect with Alex and to check out their products - 4 Ocean Sponsors HubSpot Breeze is HubSpot's collection of AI tools that helps you turn one piece of content into a whole suite of assets. Visit HubSpot.com/marketers to learn more LastPass The most accessible and easy-to-use password manager on the planet. Visit LastPass.com/fire for a free trial and get started today

Alex Schulze, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and 4ocean CEO, leads a global mission against ocean plastic. His innovative approach has removed 38 million pounds of trash, inspiring millions and attracting corporate and celebrity support. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There's a lot of things that you need to sacrifice in order to accomplish your goals and sometimes it can be lonely and a tough path. 2. When you want to do begin to do something, be intentional. 3. Nudge don't judge. Visit their website to connect with Alex and to check out their products - 4 Ocean Sponsors HubSpot Breeze is HubSpot's collection of AI tools that helps you turn one piece of content into a whole suite of assets. Visit HubSpot.com/marketers to learn more LastPass The most accessible and easy-to-use password manager on the planet. Visit LastPass.com/fire for a free trial and get started today

- Mexico Develops Own EV - China Car Sales Grow in September - Baidu Robotaxi Beats Tesla Cybercab To Market  - Fisker Gets Server Deal, Can Pay Creditors - Toyota To Support Haas F1 - Kia Recycles Ocean Plastic - Renault 4 EV Debuts at Paris Auto Show - Alpine Unveils Electric Lineup - Skoda Enyaq EV Gets Rally-Car Treatment - Lynk and Co Shows Off Its Version of Volvo EX30 - Citroen Ami Gets Off-Road Face Lift - BMW Partners with Toyota For FCEV in 2028

- Mexico Develops Own EV - China Car Sales Grow in September - Baidu Robotaxi Beats Tesla Cybercab To Market  - Fisker Gets Server Deal, Can Pay Creditors - Toyota To Support Haas F1 - Kia Recycles Ocean Plastic - Renault 4 EV Debuts at Paris Auto Show - Alpine Unveils Electric Lineup - Skoda Enyaq EV Gets Rally-Car Treatment - Lynk and Co Shows Off Its Version of Volvo EX30 - Citroen Ami Gets Off-Road Face Lift - BMW Partners with Toyota For FCEV in 2028

What's Happening Underwater? Join the Fight Against Ghost Gear!  Our oceans are in crisis. Every year, an estimated 640,000 tons of ghost gear are abandoned, endangering marine life and disrupting fragile ecosystems. In this episode of Conscious Design, host Ian Peterman sits down with Andrew Polanyi, Executive Director of Ocean AID, to explore innovative solutions to this pressing issue. Join us as Andrew shares his journey from Toronto to Victoria, BC, and highlights the alarming impact of underwater plastic waste and ghost gear on our oceans. Discover how Ocean AID leverages groundbreaking sonar technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to locate and remove ghost gear while promoting sustainable practices in fisheries management and marine mammal protection.  Tune in to see how AI is revolutionizing ocean conservation and why effective ocean management and progressive government policies are essential for a healthier planet. If you're passionate about preserving our oceans, this episode is a must-listen! Notable Moments: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:32 The Origin Story of Ocean Aid 05:47 Uncovering the Hidden Problem of Ocean Plastic and Ghost Gear 10:11 How Sonar Technology Detects Underwater Hazards 15:46 Tackling Ocean Pollution with Advanced Technology 18:06 Addressing the Challenges of Lost Traps and Nets 21:46 The High Price of Lost Fishing Gear and Recovery Solutions 24:59 How OceanAid is Revolutionizing Marine Monitoring Solutions 34:30 Addressing Shoreline Pollution with AI Technology About Ocean Aid Ocean AID is a pre-seed B2B startup based in Victoria, BC, Canada, revolutionizing underwater object detection with our Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) system. By harnessing the power of sonar and AI, our system detects and maps underwater objects in real-time, addressing the costly, time-consuming, and expert-dependent challenges of traditional marine monitoring methods. Learn More About Andrew Polanyi & Ocean Aid: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-polanyi-8a1530119/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ocean-AID/100094497643565/ Website: https://oceanaid.ca/

Send us a textJoin Curveball on this episode of Living the Dream as he delves into the world of sustainability and climate change with seasoned professional, Lee Stewart. With over 20 years of experience, Lee has worked across various countries and industries, bringing a wealth of knowledge to the table. He's an author, climate change reality mentor, and speaker, trained by Al Gore himself.Lee shares his journey, from working with startups to billion-dollar multinationals, and now running his own consulting business, ESG Strategy. Discover what it means to be a sustainability professional, the diverse skills required, and the impact of sustainability on businesses. Lee also discusses his book, "How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy," offering practical tips and insights for integrating sustainability into business operations.Learn about Lee's work with major companies like Fujitsu, his role in reducing environmental impacts, and his innovative projects aimed at tackling climate change. He also touches on the importance of mandatory financial-related climate change disclosures and how they benefit investors and businesses alike.Lee's dedication extends to pro bono work, helping the Kingdom of Tonga develop waste strategies and climate resilience plans. Tune in for an enlightening conversation filled with practical advice and inspiring stories from a true sustainability expert.00:00:00 " Welcome to the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball. Today we're talking about sustainability and climate changewww.leestewart.com.auWant to be a guest on Living the Dream with Curveball? Send Curtis Jackson a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1628631536976x919760049303001600

Sea turtles are on the brink of extinction, and plastic waste in oceans is to blame. Read Ever Wonder Adventure's latest campaign to see how losing sea turtles would devastate all marine life and what you can do to help. Learn more at https://www.everwonderadventure.com/save-sea-turtles Ever Wonder Adventure City: Singapore Address: One Oxley Rise Website: https://www.everwonderadventure.com

The New Bedford Whaling Museum's scrimshaw collection, which includes hundreds of whalebone clocks, pie crimpers, musical instruments, canes and umbrellas, is advertised as the largest of its kind in the world.  Naomi Slipp, the museum's chief curator, said these items weren't considered fine art when the museum's founders began collecting them from locals in 1903, […]

Art has the power to change and even lead the conversation, to spark curiosity and fuel real engagement. But what comes first in a powerful creative project?  The idea and the message? The tools and the talent? Or The Funding, that can make or break it all? My guest today is Benjamin Von Wong, who creates art on a grand scale that goes beyond awe. He is an Artist focused on amplifying positive impact. He does that both in the process of how he creates his art, through community, and in the images it produces, finding visual metaphors that stick with people, long after they've seen the work. His mission is to help make positive impact unforgettable. For the last seven years, Von Wong and his team, under the banner of “Unforgettable Labs” have generated over a billion organic views on topics like Ocean Plastics, Fast Fashion, and Electronic Waste for organizations like Dell, Greenpeace, Nike, Starbucks and Kiehl's. In this opening quote you can hear him wrangle with the dance between art and marketing, and his new mission to find ways to create sustainable funding streams that allow him to create message-shaping art in times and places where the world is gathered to solve some of our most pressing challenges.  It's a move that can make his work more deeply sustainable - for himself and for his team. Von Wong's The Unforgettable Project leverages the collective power of philanthropy to help build broader campaigns around environmentally net-positive innovations worth spotlighting - instead of waiting for corporations that are seeking eyeballs and leveraging their funding for good, he's building a funding source that actively seeks the next project that needs to go viral. Some of his notable work includes the Giant Plastic Tap which used trash from the slums of Kibera, in Nairobi, Kenya, to demand that corporations #TurnOffThePlasticTap. The Giant Tap was displayed prominently when 193 different countries and 1,500 delegates came together at UNEA 5.2 in 2022 to discuss what was then termed the “Paris Agreement For Plastics” and was eventually used in the United Nations official Plastics Report while raising over $100,000 for the Human Needs Project. Recently he installed a grand sculpture at the Highline in New York City in collaboration with Kiehl's to raise awareness and drive adoption of refillable products in the beauty world. Von Wong, along with a large community of volunteers, collected and assembled 2 tons of plastic bottles into a “single-use hydra”, seen by nearly 300-thousand visitors and close to 3 million social impressions for their message of #DontRebuyJustRefill…but as he points out in this conversation, most of the people on the High Line don't have the leverage to change the system - which is why he seeks to place his epic art in places where the system changers meet. I learned about Benjamin's work through his wonderful talk at Creative Mornings (a global, IRL community of creatives that hosts monthly talks all around the world). His presentation spoke to some beautiful topics - like the importance of nurturing the conditions of success (like inner narratives and cultivating community) vs chasing success, and the notion of sifting your feelings from reality when it comes to deciding what is enough - personally, financially, and in the work - ie, is my work having enough impact? Von Wong shared the ways in which he's rewriting his inner narrative to balance his personhood and his purpose or impact. I found the talk profoundly moving and beautiful and highly recommend watching it. In this conversation, you'll find: Ruminations on Creationships - relationships that exist to co-create something wonderful together (4:09) The Importance of an Interface or a Container to foster Conversation (7:47) Benjamin's perspectives on going to where the conversations are already happening to have the deepest impacts. This is certainly true for the large scale work that he creates, but it is also true for anyone looking to change a big conversation. Making people come to you vs going to them means the activation energy of change is that much lower. (13:18) Benjamin's thoughts on Community Building and Co-creating art with a community (16:43) The polarity Benjamin is threading right now: Balancing Speeding Up (to do more work and have more impact) and Slowing Down (in order to build deeper creationships) (26:21) The difference between an Audience and a Community (32:44) The power of creating a word that summarizes and defines an idea that people flock to (which we might term the Rumpelstiltskin or Le Guin Rule (as she famously wrote in A Wizard of Earthsea “To weave the magic of a thing, you see, one must find its true name out.” (33:39) Head over to theconversationfactory.com/listen for full episode transcripts, links, show notes  and more key quotes and ideas. You can also head over there and become a monthly supporter of the show for as little as $8 a month. You'll get complimentary access to exclusive workshops and resources that I only share with this circle of facilitators and leaders. Links https://www.vonwong.com/ unforgettablelabs.com  https://www.thevonwong.com/ How I made plastic pollution more shareable with a Mermaid and 10000 plastic bottles - 3/3 https://creativemornings.com/ Benjamin Von Wong Featuring Possibly Poet: "Is activism sustainable?"

Get help creating your sustainable packaging: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eveliomat... About the Guest(s): Tim Silman is the Program Director at Lonely Whale, a renowned organization dedicated to preventing ocean plastic pollution. Co-founded by actor Adrian Grenier in 2015, Lonely Whale leverages storytelling, modern marketing techniques, and collaborative partnerships to tackle ocean plastic pollution. Tim, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, leads innovative projects and campaigns focused on sustainable solutions, such as the Plastic Innovation Prize. **Support the show sponsors: Download the how to design sustainable packaging guide: https://idpdirect.com/design_guides/ Learn how to manage your packaging specifications: https://specright.com Learn more about dissolvable packaging materials: https://smartsolve.com Episode Summary: Join Evelio Mattos in an insightful conversation with Tim Silman, Program Director at Lonely Whale. This episode dives deep into the issues of ocean plastic pollution, highlighting innovative initiatives and sustainable practices. Tim shares his journey, the mission of Lonely Whale, and how radical collaboration and modern marketing are creating new pathways toward a plastic-free ocean. Lonely Whale focuses on reducing ocean plastic, with campaigns like "Stop Sucking" and initiatives like Nextway Plastics and the Ocean Heroes program. Tim discusses the impact of thin film plastics, innovative solutions using seaweed-derived materials, and the importance of biodegradable plastics. Brands are encouraged to integrate these new materials into their supply chains, with complex challenges of scaling these solutions being addressed through collaborative efforts. Key Takeaways: Urgency of Ocean Plastic Pollution: An estimated 11 million metric tons of plastic enter the oceans yearly, expected to triple by 2040. Lonely Whale's Strategic Approach: The organization uses storytelling, campaigns, and collaborations to drive change and innovate solutions for ocean plastics. Innovative Alternatives: The Plastic Innovation Prize highlights seaweed-based biodegradable alternatives to thin film plastic, showcasing winners such as Sway, Zero Circle, and Notpla. Role of Designers and Brands: Designers and brands play a crucial role in sustainability by integrating innovative materials and setting realistic yet ambitious goals. Future Steps: Loneliness is focused on educating and expanding their initiatives while seeking new problematic materials to tackle in the fight against plastic pollution. Notable Quotes: "Our center has really been around leveraging storytelling and modern marketing techniques and radical collaboration with brands and other partners to change the trajectory of ocean plastic pollution." — Tim Silman "It's a humongous problem. People may be familiar with the Pacific garbage patch, with the impact on marine life now emerging more on human health and climate." — Tim Silman "Biodegradable doesn't actually mean anything. It's kind of industry greenwashing, unfortunately. Biologically degradable is a term we use to demarcate that." — Tim Silman "Think about the consumer and their behavior, and how they interact with your product, to better incorporate sustainable design at the upfront." — Tim Silman "Brands have to consider their storytelling, setting realistic targets and, if necessary, adjusting goals while maintaining transparency and authenticity with their customers." — Tim Silman Resources: Lonely Whale: lonelywhale.org Unwrap the Future: unwrapthefuture.org Instagram: @lonelywhale Podcast: 52 Hz Podcast on Spotify For more captivating conversations and sustainability insights, listen to the full episode and stay tuned for more episodes from our series. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packagingunboxd/message

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Every year, an estimated 14 million tons of used plastics end up in the world's waterways and, finally, the ocean. These plastics entangle wildlife, break down into hard-to-remove microplastics, and litter our human and natural environments. Torqeedo GmbH, the world's leading manufacturer of electric and hybrid drives for the marine market, is taking the next step toward cleaner waterways and a more sustainable marine industry by diverting and integrating ocean-bound plastics into its emission-free boating products. Torqeedo has established a new Advanced Engineering Team that, among other tasks, explores alternative materials to further minimize the environmental impact of its recreational and commercial marine products. The Team is testing recycled ocean-bound PET and PP plastic pellets, which are estimated to reduce the source material's CO2 impact by more than 80% and are very close in quality to virgin plastic due to strict processes and advanced recycling equipment. Prototype propellers to be made from ocean plastics "The typical way to integrate new materials is to start with a small percentage - maybe with just 10 or 20% recycled content. However, we decided to aim higher. We made our prototype propellers from 100% recycled ocean plastics, and we're thrilled to report that they surpassed all benchmarks in the first round of environmental and stress testing. After some slight adjustments, we will produce the next prototypes in Torqeedo orange. These will be very similar to the propellers that are in use today," said Florian Deger, who leads the project within Torqeedo's Advanced Engineering Team. "It feels good to hold one of the prototypes in my hands and know we are keeping plastic bottles and pollution out of the waters we all love to explore on our boats." "While integrating ocean plastics into our products is just one step of many as Torqeedo helps to build a more sustainable marine industry, it's also much more significant than just diverting plastic bottles," said Fabian Bez, CEO of Torqeedo GmbH. "We're helping to develop a circular plastic economy and transforming used plastics from trash to treasure. Collecting used plastic for recycling only becomes economically viable when there is a market for the recycled material, and we're proud to lead the way in closing the loop. Many manufacturers hesitate to use recycled materials based on outdated perceptions of inferior material quality. Torqeedo believes that a circular economy for plastics can be established today without negatively impacting product performance and durability," Bez continued. "If the next testing rounds are as successful as expected, the first Torqeedo products containing ocean-bound plastics will hit the market within the next year." Bez concluded: "This is exactly why we established our new Advanced Engineering Team at Torqeedo. Every step we take toward lowering boating's environmental and climate impact improves our human and natural environments and helps to preserve our boating lifestyle." About Torqeedo: Torqeedo is the market leader for electric mobility on the water. Founded in 2005 in Starnberg, the company develops and manufactures electric and hybrid drives from 0.5 to 100 kW for commercial applications and recreational use. Torqeedo products are characterized by an uncompromising high-tech focus, maximum efficiency and complete system integration. www.torqeedo.com See more breaking stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out mo...

A deep dive conversation with Kortney Opshaug, founder and CEO of Blue Ocean Gear. Learn how their cutting-edge tracking technology is transforming the business of ocean fishing, yielding tangible results in reducing plastic pollution , reducing CO2 emissions and championing sustainable fishing methods for the betterment of our oceans.

Microplastics. They are in our beer, salt, fresh fruit and vegetables, and drinking water. We eat, according to one estimate, a credit card's worth every week. They can also rain down upon us, and we can breathe them in. They have been found in our blood and embedded in our lungs. How dangerous are they? Do we enough to say they are harmful to us? The Agenda examines the microplastics inside us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Win-Win episode is with Boyan Slat. Boyan is the founder and CEO of the Ocean Cleanup, the famous organization that's trying to rid our waterways of plastic for good. I ask him why plastic has become such a problem, the difference between effective and ineffective regulation (ahem Plastic Straw Ban!), the importance of mindset when solving hard problems, and of course, his relationship with competition. Good stuff. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:25 - Origin Story 00:07:52 - How the Ocean Cleanup Works 00:17:20 - Practical vs Ideological Solutions 00:38:01 - Role of Regulation in Fixing Incentives 00:45:14 - Plastic Straw Ban 00:52:30 - Personal plastic usage and Trade-offs 01:00:41 - Is Technology Values Neutral? 01:07:31 - Competition 01:13:10 - How to Solve Big Problems 01:20:45 - Long-term plans

Our guest today, Alex Schulze, CEO and founder of 4Ocean, speaks to their mission and how they've removed over 30 million pounds of trash from the ocean to date. Listen to Melissa Fifield, Head of the BMO Climate Institute, and Alex to learn more.

When it comes to supporting ocean clean-up efforts, oftentimes organizations are asked to report on the weight of everything they pulled out of the water. Seemingly, the higher the number, the more valuable the effort was. However, this is a flawed, and potentially dangerous, practice. For example, an almost weightless gill net could entangle and kill countless more animals than a heavy trawler net. It's also more likely to get wrapped up in boat propellers, posing a hazard and liability for people out at sea. Today's guests, Kelsey Richardson, a marine consultant for the Food and Agriculture Organization, and Pascal Van Erp of Healthy Seas and GhostDiving, help to clear up why we need to move away from the "race for kgs" and, instead, toward more meaningful metrics. Further Reading/ Resources:Global Ghost Gear Initiative Best Practice Framework for the Management of Fishing GearChallenges and misperceptions around global fishing gear loss estimates Global estimates of fishing gear lost to the ocean each year Highest risk abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gearIf you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe, rate and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Healthy Seas is a marine conservation organization whose mission is to tackle the ghost fishing phenomenon and turn this waste into an opportunity for a more circular economy. They do this through clean-ups, prevention, education, and working with partners who recycle and repurpose this material. The podcast is hosted by Crystal DiMiceli.

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin is joined by Bonnie Monteleone, the executive director of the Plastic Ocean Project. They discuss the fight against plastic pollution in the ocean and explore the innovative methods used by Bonnie's organization. They delve into the chemistry and makeup of plastics, as well as the importance of working with businesses to promote sustainability. Tune in to learn more about the inspiring efforts to combat plastic pollution and protect our oceans. Plastic Ocean Project Website: https://www.plasticoceanproject.org/ Share your conservation journey on the podcast by booking here: https://calendly.com/sufb/sufb-interview   Fill out our listener survey: https://www.speakupforblue.com/survey   Join the audio program - Build Your Marine Science and Conservation Career: https://www.speakupforblue.com/career   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc   

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In this episode, we have the honour of interviewing Tristan Lecomte, a renowned sustainability pioneer and founder of Second Life and the Pur Project. Tristan's remarkable journey started with launching an NGO to empower rural communities, and later founding a Fairtrade company. With a focus on developing nature-based solutions, his work has centered around carbon insetting, agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and combating ocean plastic. Join us as we dive into Tristan's inspiring story, learn about the transformative power of sustainability within the business world, and explore the impact of his projects on communities and ecosystems. Discover how Tristan's initiatives have planted millions of trees, protected forests, and contributed to the creation of biosphere reserves. Through this engaging conversation, we aim to ignite your passion for sustainability, empower you with knowledge, and inspire you to take meaningful action towards building a more sustainable future. Tune in to the Sustainability Journey podcast and join us on this thought-provoking expedition towards a greener and more equitable world. Let's make a difference together!

Join host Mia Quinn as she sits down with guest co-host Stew Harris and Martin Koehring, Global Director of Impact at Forum for the Future, who will apply an economic lens to improving sustainability in our oceans.

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In this episode, Ocean Recovery Alliance Founder, Doug Woodring—one of the top 50 ‘Water Men of the World' and International Swimming Hall of Fame inductee—shares how collaboration from all sides is needed to keep plastic out of the ocean. And how a global agreement could help shape a circular economy for plastics.

Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) does tremendous work to serve the global community of entrepreneurs focused on ocean sustainability with funding, mentorship, capacity-building, and more. Their accelerator program has supported 45 world-leading ocean tech startups with $225M in lifetime funding. And Camila Vega, Solutions Portfolio Manager at SOA, draws on her wealth of experience as a founder, operations executive, and community organizer to help nurture these startups that are embracing bold solutions to plastic pollution. She  joins host Brooking Gatewood to discuss community-powered innovation, human-centered design, and why technology alone is insufficient to address our waste crisis.This episode is part of our series highlighting the judges for The Reusies 2023.Resources:Sustainable Ocean AllianceSOA Ocean Leadership micrograntsPodcast: Indisposable Venture Capital with SOA's Doreen WongThe Reusies 

What is in the This Week in Science Podcast? This Week: PFAS, Electric Healing, Good Cement, Ocean Plastic, Hot Animals, Bat Bones, Parasites, Salt Substitute, 2000 yr old necropolis, And Much More (Fossilized) Science! Become a Patron! Check out the full episode of our science podcast on YouTube or Twitch. And, remember that you can find […] The post 19 April 2023 – Episode 922 – Fossilized Science! appeared first on This Week in Science - The Kickass Science Podcast.

Pollution of the Earth's waterways and oceans by discarded plastic products and by microplastics that soak up toxic chemicals is a growing problem that is harmful to ocean and river life and to humans. It is not going away soon. In fact, the manufacture of plastic products is on the increase. So what can we do? Each of us can take responsibility for our own use of plastic products, and find ways to cut down or eliminate plastics from our lives. But we also need wider worldwide solutions and Mothering Earth's featured guest, Doug Woodring, has been working on this issue on a global basis. He has some innovative ideas and projects, that need to be more widely adopted.

The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organization, founded in 2013 by Dutch inventor Boyan Slat, to develop and scale technologies to rid the world's oceans of plastic.  It is an organization that proudly declares that its primary aim is to put itself out of business by successfully cleaning up the oceans. A major activity of […]

The world has produced more than 6 billion tons of plastic to date and much of that has become waste that has not been recycled, incinerated, or otherwise properly contained.  A great deal of it has ended up in the oceans of the world. Researchers at Kyushu University in Japan have done an analysis to […]

Common Seas is a social enterprise tackling the plastic pollution crisis by driving new policy, investing in the circular economy and catalysing a cultural shift in how we make, use and dispose of plastic.Common Seas has four interconnected programmes. Together, these achieve the system change we need to halt plastic pollution and protect our ocean.Their mission is to quickly and significantly reduce the amount of plastic produced and stop it polluting our rivers and seas. Common Seas is an international team of scientists, researchers, policy experts, communicators and behaviour change professionals. As Project Manager for Ocean Plastics Academy, Sarah Duffy is working with Common Seas to help inspire and empower the next generation of change makers. Our ocean needs a new generation of sea champions. Common Seas want every child to understand the plastic crisis so they can help create a plastic waste-free future.Ocean Plastics Academy combines a suite of curriculum-aligned resources with practical activities to equip young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead a plastic waste revolution in their school and beyond.Sarah has shaped her career to combine her interest in education and her passion for the natural world. With Qualified Teacher Status, a Master's in Education for Sustainability, and more than a decade working in the environmental education sector, she has extensive experience designing and managing programmes on complex topics of sustainability.Websitewww.commonseas.comSocial Media InformationTwitter @CommonSeasInstagram - Common SeasResources MentionedCommon Cause for NatureShow Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE)Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future' – March 2023Book NOW at www.nape.org.uk/summit

Today, we are sitting down with Christian Shaw, Founder and Executive Director of Plastic Tides. Christian and I have lots of laughs discussing how the idea came to him to use his passion for sports to raise awareness for plastic pollution, why Bermuda was chosen as their first expedition site and what they found while there, being a part of the microbead plastics ban in 2015, how Plastic Tides has grown and evolved since it's inception in 2014, non-profits versus for-profits, advice for those that want to combine their two passions to make an impact, and so much more! See the full show notes at https://rewildology.com/category/show-notes/ Check out ways to support the podcast! https://rewildology.com/support-the-show/ Recording gear provided by Focusrite: https://store.focusrite.com/en-gb/categories/focusrite/vocaster/vocaster-one Discover more ways to watch, listen, and interact: https://linktr.ee/Rewildology Join the Rewildologists Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rewildologists Follow Rewildology Instagram: https://instagram.com/rewildology/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rewildology Twitter: https://twitter.com/rewildology YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNVIeC0km8ZGK_1QPy7-iA

Check it out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33Z4VsE Check it out on Apple: https://apple.co/3AHc2DT Christopher Jay Henningsen is an engineer artist and the author of Mindful Programming Dreams: Create a recycling program that creates modular buoyant bricks Look at DNA and associate it with a musical logic Introduce Them to: Somebody who loves sociable sea stedders who want to make a prototype happen Somebody who really understands musical theory and take the deep dive as to how DNA sounds. Contact them at: eucyclos@protonmail.com

Check it out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33Z4VsE Check it out on Apple: https://apple.co/3AHc2DT Christopher Jay Henningsen is an engineer artist and the author of Mindful Programming Dreams: Create a recycling program that creates modular buoyant bricks Look at DNA and associate it with a musical logic Introduce Them to: Somebody who loves sociable sea stedders who want to make a prototype happen Somebody who really understands musical theory and take the deep dive as to how DNA sounds. Contact them at: eucyclos@protonmail.com

Products created and sells the first of its kind, beach chairs built with Ocean Plastics. On this podcast, we talk about LowTides misconceptions and challenges about Kickstarter, the lessons he learned from building a business, why college education can still be valuable for businesses and so much more! To learn more, visit: http://honestecommerce.co Resources: Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube Beach chairs are made with recycled ocean bound plastics! lowtidesop.com Follow LowTides Ocean Products on Instagram @lowtidesocean Scale your business with electriceye.io Download Mesa at the Shopify App Store apps.shopify.com/mesa Funding a better way wayflyer.com/ecomm/honest Respond to any of Rewind's welcome emails and mention HONEST ECOMMERCE to get 1 month free rewind.io/honest Get started with a free account at klaviyo.com/honest

Executive SummaryMeet Joel Tasche, CEO, and Founder of CleanHub, a green startup on a mission to fight ocean plastic pollution. They enter partnerships with brands to remove plastic waste. They use the proceeds to collect plastic waste in areas, that don't have waste management systems in place. So this plastic is not ending up in the ocean. Hear about the company's approach to helping save the planet and what positions they are looking to fill.“Currently we are pumping anywhere from 11 to 14 million metric tons into the oceans”Joel Tasche, Founder and CEO of CleanhubSubscribe HereWe are always sharing new resources with you. Find all of our options below. We want to make sure that we provide what's best for your growing team, so please take a look at these additional ways in which can help!The Authority on German, Swiss and Austrian Startups | LinktreeOur EnablersYouniumYounium is the subscription management and billing platform for B2B SaaS. Younium brings the transformative infrastructure to manage and grow your business while you focus on the things that matter. https://www.younium.com/TvaritTvarit is an industrial ai startup, that helps companies to reduce rejections by 40%-60% in metal casting, as well as saving up to 18% on energy. Learn more here: https://www.tvarit.com/Startupraven.comThe best way to identify investors and cooperation partners for early stage startups. Sign up for early access here:Startup RavenThe FounderJoel Tasche is the CEO and founder of Cleanhub, a startup that is working to reduce ocean plastic pollution. Tasche has always enjoyed nature, growing up on Lake Constanz and close to the Alps. He is also an avid surfer, which is why he decided to spend a semester in Hawaii during his bachelor's degree. He pursued his master's at HTW Dresden but enjoyed his internship so much that he stayed in business, instead of returning to finish his master's.While surfing and hiking in Indonesia, Tasche was horrified by the amount of plastic pollution he saw in the ocean. He realized that he needed to do something to preserve beautiful nature and restrain plastic waste. This led him to a one-year research phase, after leaving his corporate job. Eventually, he founded Cleanhub with the goal of reducing ocean plastic pollution. Cleanhub is working on innovative ways to reduce ocean plastic pollution, and Tasche is hopeful that they will be able to make a significant impact.The StartupOcean pollution has become a major problem in recent years, as the amount of plastic waste that ends up in the ocean continues to increase. According to some estimates, there may be more than 5 trillion pieces of plastic debris floating in the ocean, and this debris is having a devastating impact on marine life. Cleanhub is a green startup that is working to tackle this problem, in partnership with brands. The company was founded by Joel Tasche, who was inspired to take action after seeing the impact of ocean pollution firsthand. While Tasche initially focused his efforts on improving the German waste management system, he quickly realized that this would not make the impact he desired. After receiving a message from a friend in India, Tasche shifted his focus to regions where waste management systems are lacking. Through its partnerships with brands, Cleanhub collects and recycles plastic waste, helping to reduce ocean pollution and protect marine...