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How an IMPAC+<sup>®</sup> project is converting plastic waste into bricks for construction
How an IMPAC+® project is converting plastic waste into bricks for construction
IMPAC+ by Oceanworks® enables brands to directly engage in plastic offsetting through turnkey solutions, such as diverting microplastic-laden “mud” into sustainable building bricks Read more...
IMPAC+ PROGRAM OFFERS REALISTIC PATH FOR EVERY COMPANY TO TAKE PLASTIC ACTION NOW
IMPAC+ PROGRAM OFFERS REALISTIC PATH FOR EVERY COMPANY TO TAKE PLASTIC ACTION NOW
Fixing plastic pollution is a complex, time-consuming, and costly problem to solve – IMPAC+ by Oceanworks® empowers all brands to take action against plastic pollution. Read more...
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q1, 2023
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q1, 2023
Is there a bottom? Prices have fallen precipitously over the last several months. Here are some highlights to keep top of mind. Read more...
The FTC’s move to strengthen Green Guides for brand marketing is “desperately needed”
The FTC’s move to strengthen Green Guides for brand marketing is “desperately needed”
For the average consumer, navigating the terms used by brands to describe their products’ climate and environmental impact is a daunting task. Read more...
New to Oceanworks Guaranteed (Q1 2023)
New to Oceanworks Guaranteed (Q1 2023)
We asked our Polymer Application Engineer what's new for Oceanworks Guaranteed materials this year. Here's what he had to say... Read more...
Is “Going Plastic Free” a Good Thing?
Is “Going Plastic Free” a Good Thing?
Plastic is a game-changing innovation for its versatility, technical properties, and its energy- and cost-effectiveness. All of those beneficial characteristics have led to the exponential growth of plastic production and... Read more...
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q4
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q4
In the last quarter, shipping rates have begun to sharply decrease, falling below pre-pandemic pricing for the first time. Shipping rates are expected to continue to ease for the rest... Read more...
Oceanworks As A Plastic Action Platform
Oceanworks As A Plastic Action Platform
Since its origins, the Oceanworks mission hasn’t changed; keeping the ocean clean by making it easy for brands to take action against plastic pollution. Our approach, however, has progressed and... Read more...
Is Your Company Ready To Take Action Against Plastic Pollution?
Is Your Company Ready To Take Action Against Plastic Pollution?
The difference between intention and action often comes down to preparation for the process as well as preparation for navigating the inevitable barriers that will be encountered... Read more...
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q3
Oceanworks Logistics Insights: Q3
Since April 2020, long-term contract rates have offered steadier pricing than the short-term spot market during a time of unprecedented freight cost volatility. However, as the logistical bottleneck caused by... Read more...
The Atlantic: The Next Scientific Revolution
The Atlantic: The Next Scientific Revolution
Back in June, our Co-Founder and CEO, Vanessa Coleman, spoke on a panel at The Atlantic "The Next Scientific Revolution" event in New York City... Read more...
Redefining "Ocean Plastic" For Transparency
Redefining "Ocean Plastic" For Transparency
Historically, Oceanworks® followed the industry standard of classifying ocean-bound plastic as “ocean plastic.” Meaning that any Oceanworks Guaranteed post-consumer recycled content (PCR) reclaimed within 50 kilometers of the shoreline could potentially be marketed... Read more...