Water sources and wetlands, and terrestrial and aquatic species, can be negatively impacted by plastic pollution. Communication, policy initiatives, and access to information will increase the likelihood of meaningful change.
Before becoming a Blue Carbon Ambassador, I was an entirely different person. I had no familiarity with the Blue Carbon term or description. While establishing experience in the fish tank hobby and caring for aquatic life, I often overlooked the marine ecosystems in my community. However, when I considered a specific water source in my area where freshwater organisms were being affected by climate change and pollution, the reality and results of both issues overwhelmed me.
EarthEcho International, Philippe Cousteau, Jr.’s nonprofit dedicated to building a global youth movement to protect and restore our ocean planet, is expanding the scope and expertise of its Board of Directors with three new appointments.
While Michigan is far from being landlocked, I wanted to design an activity that resonated with urban areas like Ann Arbor—emphasizing that no matter where you live, you play a role in plastic pollution.
On average, a university student uses up to 300 single-use plastic items per year. I knew there had to be a better solution, so I used my expertise in software and AI to create EcoPlastic, an app that uses AI to promote recycling