Impact
Our Commitment: One Bottle Removed from the Ocean for Every Purchase You Make
One Bottle Removed from the Ocean for Every Purchase
We commit our business to making a positive impact on the world. We believe that it is possible to do good while doing well, and that it is incumbent on everyone to make small differences, every day. Our partner Greenspark connects us with accredited and audited environmental impact programmes around the world. So we know that when we promise to remove one bottle for every purchase, that is a promise that is being kept.
THE PLASTICS CRISIS
Every year, approximately 8 million tons of plastic waste enter our oceans, equivalent to dumping a garbage truck full of plastic into the sea every minute. This pollution spans all major ocean basins, forming vast garbage patches and affecting even the most remote areas of our planet's waters.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Plastic pollution devastates marine ecosystems. Large debris entangles sea creatures, while smaller pieces are often mistaken for food and ingested. This leads to starvation, suffocation, and death for countless marine animals. Moreover, plastics break down into microplastics, infiltrating the entire food chain and potentially altering delicate ecological balances.
HUMAN HEALTH IMPACT
As plastic pollutes our oceans, it also threatens human health. Microplastics are now found in seafood, potentially exposing consumers to harmful chemicals. These toxins can accumulate in our bodies over time, potentially leading to various health issues. The long-term effects of this exposure are still being studied but raise significant concerns.
ECONOMIC IMPACT
Ocean plastic pollution inflicts substantial economic damage. It harms fishing industries by damaging equipment and reducing catches. Tourism suffers as polluted beaches deter visitors. These economic impacts affect communities worldwide, particularly in coastal regions.
URGENCY FOR ACTION
The plastic crisis in our oceans demands immediate action. If current trends continue, plastic waste in the ocean could triple by 2040, outweighing fish. The time to act is now. Innovative solutions and collective efforts are crucial to turn the tide on this growing environmental disaster and preserve our oceans for future generations.
