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The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organization developing advanced technologies to rid the world’s oceans of plastic. The Ocean Cleanup has three core approaches to tackling plastic pollution: 1) Clean legacy ocean plastic - Since 2018, The Ocean Cleanup has deployed technologies to remove plastic that has accumulated in ocean garbage patches. It's current system (System 002) has removed more than 225,000 kg of plastic from The Great Pacific Garbage Patch. 2) Turn off the tap: The Ocean Cleanup also develops and deploys Interceptor technologies that prevent plastic from reaching the oceans via rivers, focusing on 1000 rivers that are responsible for 80% of riverine plastic pollution. To date, 19 Interceptor solutions have been deployed across 8 countries. 3) Research: In the process of understanding the problem, The Ocean Cleanup has become a global leader in field research on marine plastic pollution.

5 Gyres mission is to empower action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution through science, education, and adventure.

To protect and enhance America's National Park System for present and future generations.

Mission StatementThe mission of the Green Journey Coalition is to achieve, through scientific research and invention, a greener planet and preserve today, what others can use tomorrow. In our ongoing commitment to sustainability, our organization develops the needed technology for cleaner water focusing on anti-plastic pollution. Tackling the current water crisis through our research and development, allows greater access to clean and safe water globally. It is through this innovation that the Green Journey Coalition is transforming the current environmental research field to provide a safe and healthier tomorrow.

Founded in 1994 as the United States affiliate of Green Cross International, Global Green USA’s mission is to foster a global value shift toward a sustainable and secure future by reconnecting humanity with the environment.

Greenpeace Fund, Inc.'s mission is to halt environmental destruction and to promote solutions for future generations though public education, grassroots lobbying and grants to other environmental organizations. Also known as Greenpeace USA.

The Union of Concerned Scientists puts rigorous, independent science to work to solve our planet's most pressing problems. Joining with citizens across the country, we combine technical analysis and effective advocacy to create innovative, practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.