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Trash Hero UK visited a primary school in Tiverton, Devon

Oct 31, 2024 | News, Trash Hero

Trash Hero UK visited a primary school in Tiverton, Devon. They had the opportunity to speak to pupils about the issues of recycling and what we should do instead, hosted a workshop which consisted of reading the Trash Hero Kids book; a small cleanup, and a discussion on the important differences between reuse and single-use. The children’s enthusiasm and engagement were truly inspiring. They asked thoughtful questions and offered valuable suggestions for reducing waste within the school and their daily lives. Their participation demonstrates a genuine interest in environmental issues and a willingness to make a positive impact. If you would like Trash Hero UK to visit your school and share their important message, please do not hesitate to contact them at hello@trashhero.org.uk

“El quefer del cafè” by Maria Estelrich won first prize in this year’s Game Changers competition

Oct 31, 2024 | News, Save the Med

“El quefer del cafè” by Maria Estelrich won first prize in this year’s Game Changers competition. Game Changers is a contest organised by Save the Med and Fundación Occidente, where students compete by presenting real-life proposals and solutions aimed at stopping excessive consumption and overproduction of disposable plastics. This year’s winning project offers a system of cups and containers for the campus cafeterias, ensuring that all products available for takeout offer reusable containers with a purchase and return system.

The Scottish Costal Clean Up project coordinator attended the Coastal Communities Network (CCN)

Oct 31, 2024 | News, The Scottish Coastal Clean Up

Coastal Communities Network (CCN) on the island of Great Cumbrae

This month The Scottish Costal Clean Up project coordinator Kerrie, had the opportunity to attend the Coastal Communities Network (CCN) gathering on the island of Great Cumbrae. The CCN is a coalition of groups dedicated to preserving Scotland’s coastal and marine environments and provides a platform for community organisations to access support on marine issues. Its mission focuses on connecting and empowering communities to protect and sustainably use coastal resources. The weekend consisted of workshops from shoreside biodiversity monitoring to using drones on beach cleans. It was also the ideal place to learn more about the struggles coastal communities are facing with Marine litter and how best the Scottish Coastal Clean Up can work alongside them to help remove it.

On the 20th of September, the Final Straw Foundation took part in the Marine Conservation Society’s Great British Beach Clean

Oct 31, 2024 | Final Straw Foundation, News

On the 20th of September, the Final Straw Foundation took part in the Marine Conservation Society’s Great British Beach Clean. This year, the team were joined by Liberty from the Marine Conservation Society on Hayling Island, to film with Richard Gaisford from Good Morning Britain about the Great British Beach Clean and its benefits to our environment. A team of 100 fantastic volunteers worked extremely hard to remove 83 kg from the shoreline. Alongside the volunteers who cleaned nearly 3 miles of coastline, a dedicated team of 5 volunteers from the NHS helped with the Marine Conservation Society survey, meticulously clearing and recording litter in a designated 100m stretch. This had some astonishing results, with over 650 nurdles being removed from the 100m stretch.

The latest estimate for the North Atlantic right whale population stands at 372, including 12 calves

Oct 31, 2024 | IFAW, News

The latest estimate for the North Atlantic right whale population stands at 372, including 12 calves. While the steep decline has slowed, the species remains critically endangered, still facing serious threats from vessel strikes and fishing gear entanglements. The IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) is taking action by working with fishing communities on innovative on-demand gear to reduce entanglements and developing methods to treat injured whales at sea. Additionally, IFAW performs necropsies to inform better policies for the species’ recovery.
The situation remains urgent, and IFAW continues to push for stronger regulations and immediate solutions to ensure the survival of this species. Read more HERE.

UKSA is proud to launch its latest Impact Report for 2023/24 which outlines this Theory of Change

Oct 31, 2024 | News, UKSA

UKSA’s strategic mission is to continually develop its services, assets, and people to meet the needs of children and young people now and for future generations. This year for the first time, through its partnerships with both Cambridge University and George Williams College (The Centre for Youth Impact), UKSA is proud to be able to validate its impact through the development of two unique Theories of Change supporting its strategic pillars: Impactful Adventures on the Water for children who would not normally be able to attend UKSA; and Maritime Careers Training for employment in the industry. As part of this valuable work, UKSA is proud to launch its latest Impact Report for 2023/24 which outlines this Theory of Change, whilst evidencing the considerable impact that they have on all their beneficiaries. To read UKSA’s full Impact Report click HERE

Worldrise has launched the scientific outreach tour “A Sea of Centers: Together for the Future of the Sea”

Oct 31, 2024 | News, Worldrise

To raise awareness about environmental issues and promote the effective conservation of at least 30% of Italy’s seas by 2030, Worldrise, in collaboration with the European Commission Representation in Italy and EUROPE DIRECT Centers, has launched the scientific outreach tour “A Sea of Centers: Together for the Future of the Sea”. The tour has already visited three Italian cities and will continue over the coming weeks. Led by Mariasole Bianco, President of Worldrise, each event aims to inspire local initiatives and concrete actions that contribute to the 30×30 goal, a key priority of the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030.

Cape Town’s Boulders Beach is famous for its once thriving, endemic African Penguin colony

Oct 31, 2024 | News, Ocean Pledge

Cape Town’s Boulders Beach is famous for its once thriving, endemic African Penguin colony. But of the million breeding pairs that existed a mere hundred years ago, a staggering 2% remain. To highlight this demise, the 10,000 breeding pairs documented in 2023 have already dropped to under 8000 pairs in 2024. The stark reality remains: African Penguins are faced with extinction before 2035 should this decline continue. The penguins’ main food source, sardines, and anchovies are being depleted by commercial fishing, while other man-made factors like habitat destruction and pollution also take their toll. At Ocean Pledge the team believe in the power to create meaningful change by using their voices, so join this October and take a moment to #rememberThePenguins by signing the petition through the link in @birdlife_sa @sanccob

Sailing Towards Sustainability

Sep 30, 2024 | News, North Sails, Oceana

A Morning with Oceana and North Sails. At North Sails, the team push the boundaries of what’s possible, not just in racing, but in preserving the ocean. That’s why you are being invited to a focused morning discussion on sustainability. Sailing Towards Sustainability brings together the Head of Expedition at Oceana, Ricardo Aguilar, and top sailors from North Sails. They will discuss Oceana’s campaign to ban bottom trawling in EU marine protected areas and how the sailing community is stepping up to protect our waters. After the discussion, join us for a tasting of locally sourced, sustainable seafood, showcasing our commitment to the ocean.

October 19th, 12:00 – 14:00, Main Stage, Time Out Market, Barcelona

The Round Britain eRIB team made it in 31 days, 20 hours and 46 minutes!

Sep 30, 2024 | News, Round Britain eRIB

The Round Britain eRIB team made it in 31 days, 20 hours and 46 minutes! We are delighted to say Electra became the first electric boat to circumnavigate Great Britain. World records claimed:

Harry Besley, Henry Cietak and ELECTRA: first electric boat to round Land’s End
Harry Besley and ELECTRA: first and fastest electric boat to circumnavigate Great Britain

Click HERE to Experience Harry’s home coming leg of the Round Britain eRIB Challenge as this record-breaker arrived back at Lyme Regis where the epic journey had begun a month before.