"We are on a mission to change the prediction that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish."
"We are on a mission to change the prediction that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish."
Cleanaway is proud to partner with Tangalooma EcoMarines, a not-for-profit organisation based in Brisbane who provides sustainability programs to 58 Primary and Secondary schools across Southeast Queensland. We have been proud sponsors of the EcoMarines program since 2017.
The Cleanaway Waste Warrior Challenge is an art competition where students compete to create the most imaginative art piece from the top three litter items found on their school grounds and local community.
We are pleased to share the winning creation from Banksia Beach State School. Their creation ‘Plastic Ocean’ was made from discarded soft plastic bottles, drink lids and packaging mesh.
The beautiful creation is a reminder about the impact plastic has on waterways in the local community and around the world. “We are on a mission to change the prediction that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish.” wrote the Banksia Beach State School students in their winning submission.
Pictured: ‘Plastic Ocean’ – the winning creation from Banksia Beach State School.Â
Education Coordinators Elli Webb and Lauren Grimshaw recently attended The Wave, Tangalooma EcoMarines annual end-of-year celebration of all the environmental achievements of participating schools.
Although the event looked a little bit different this year with social distancing restrictions in place, it was great to hear from sponsors, government representatives and the wonderful EcoMarines students.
“The Wave is always an inspiring event to attend and gives great hope for the future sustainability of our earth through the dedication and passion of the Tangalooma Eco Marines,” said Education Officer Elli Webb.
Pictured: Education Officer Elli Webb with EcoMarines students at The Wave
“My highlight was definitely seeing all the environmental achievements of the schools involved in the EcoMarines programs. It’s so encouraging to know these students spend their lunch breaks working on making their school more sustainable. They’re the world’s next conservation leaders in the making!” said Education Officer Lauren Grimshaw.
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