Bottle deposit schemes or reverse vending, presents a useful tool in helping to battle plastic in our seas. So why are we not seeing this in use everywhere?

Our waste is hurting one of the seas biggest helpers – sharks. Yes, you read that right! Sharks are vital to our marine ecosystems!

There are around 840 million washing machines in use worldwide, so our individual house-hold chores can add up to a big impact on the planet!

Ever found yourself out buying lunch and being enticed by healthier foods on display? Well, you may have just been “nudged.”

When visiting the beach, “Leave No Trace.” Everything you bring is either disposed of responsibly or taken home, giving the effect you were never there at all.

Out in the Pacific lies one of our planets largest islands. Here, there are no golden beaches of sand. This island is made almost entirely from what we throw away. It is known as the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch.”

Cigarette butts are the most discarded waste item worldwide! These small filters account for approximately 766.6 million kilograms of rubbish each year. They are also the most common form of litter in our seas.

What exactly makes the ocean a ‘Carbon Sink’? And, how can we ensure that our seas keep performing this vital role?

Microplastics can enter the body through the ingestion of food containing them. They also leach into food and water from plastic packaging.

Christmas is a good time to think about sustainability. It’s a time when indulgence and treats is taken to excess. A few simple changes will ease the pressure on the environment.