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Social+ Ocean Bound Plastic now released!

Social+ Ocean Bound Plastic now released! 2560 1440 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

EMPOWERING WASTE PICKERS THROUGH THE SOCIAL+ OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION Zero Plastic Oceans is excited to announce the launch of the first social certification focusing on the cornerstone of the…

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OECD launched a “Global Plastics Outlook Policy Scenarios to 2060”

OECD launched a “Global Plastics Outlook Policy Scenarios to 2060” 2560 1707 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Plastic is a significant source of pollution in the global ecosystem. The amount of plastic waste generated annually is increasing at an alarming rate, posing a severe environmental threat. Governments…

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Microplastics, the hidden threat ravaging our marine ecosystems and human health

Microplastics, the hidden threat ravaging our marine ecosystems and human health 1000 667 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

The presence of microplastics in marine and terrestrial environments poses a serious threat to human health and the environment. Further research is needed to understand the full consequences of microplastics…

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COP 15 Biodiversity Conference: countries agreed on the adoption of a New Global Biodiversity Framework

COP 15 Biodiversity Conference: countries agreed on the adoption of a New Global Biodiversity Framework 1000 666 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

At COP 15, countries agreed on the adoption of a New Global Biodiversity Framework, an historic deal to halt biodiversity loss. This will be the first time that all countries…

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How scientists are working to combat plastic pollution in the ocean

How scientists are working to combat plastic pollution in the ocean 1000 665 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

How scientists are working to combat plastic pollution in the ocean? Only about 9 percent of plastics actually get recycled, with the rest winding up in landfills and oceans. Scientists are…

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World Oceans Day 2022: our commitment to enhance a sustainable ocean management

World Oceans Day 2022: our commitment to enhance a sustainable ocean management 1800 1199 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

In the context of World Ocean Day (WOD) 2022, which theme this year is “Revitalization: collective action for the ocean”, Zero Plastic Ocean reaffirms its commitment to contribute and collaborate…

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Our Ocean Conference 2022: 410 new commitments to preserve the ocean

Our Ocean Conference 2022: 410 new commitments to preserve the ocean 1300 556 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

The seventh Our Ocean Conference concluded in Palau with 410 commitments worth $16.35 billion. Focusing on six Areas of Action, the conference convened partners from across the globe to identify…

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first OBP Certification in Pakistan – Pinnacle Fiber´s experience

first OBP Certification in Pakistan – Pinnacle Fiber´s experience 1012 672 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Pinnacle Fiber became the first company to obtain the Ocean Bound Plastic Certification in Pakistan, both for Collection and Recycling of OBP. Ali Akbar, in charge of Business Development tells…

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COP 26 : what’s new for the ocean?

COP 26 : what’s new for the ocean? 1012 675 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

To many, COP 26 has been a failure to mobile the resources needed to preserve our ocean. If the ocean was mentioned in the preamble of the Glasgow Pact, noting…

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Climate change and the ocean : an overview of the IPCC report AR6

Climate change and the ocean : an overview of the IPCC report AR6 2000 1370 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

In August 2021, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) launched its Sixth Assessment Report, highlighting the consequences of climate change on the ocean, the coastlines and coastal communities. What…

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Ocean Recovery Group Becomes First U.S. Company to Achieve All Three ZPO Ocean-Bound Plastic Certifications

Ocean Recovery Group Becomes First U.S. Company to Achieve All Three ZPO Ocean-Bound Plastic Certifications 2310 705 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Achieving Zero Plastic Oceans ZPO certifications furthers company’s commitment to building world class recycling infrastructure in the Dominican Republic and reliable, trustworthy supply chains from the Caribbean Ocean Recovery Group…

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India: 9 companies certified with the OBP certifications

The OBP certifications provide an easy tool to promote the removal of Ocean Bound Plastic from the environment. They complement governmental directives, allowing private or associative actors to be recognized…

Vincent Decap, Co-founder of Zero Plastic Oceans
India: 9 companies certified with the OBP certifications 900 900 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

2020, a big year for the ocean

2020, a big year for the ocean 2048 1152 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

The World Economic Forum promoted this historical year as the ‘super year for the ocean’. Since the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14, various worldwide initiatives have been…

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“OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC NEUTRAL”: a new environmental label to neutralize plastic contamination

“OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC NEUTRAL”: a new environmental label to neutralize plastic contamination 2048 1366 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans are launching a new component to their Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP) certification  program. Initially designed to encourage the recycling of OBP, this program has…

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Heng Hiap Industries, first company certified to the Ocean Bound Plastic Collection and Ocean Bound Recycling standards

Heng Hiap Industries, first company certified to the Ocean Bound Plastic Collection and Ocean Bound Recycling standards 1436 1070 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Heng Hiap Industries, based in Johor (Malaysia), is the first company to obtain the Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP). This certification outlines Heng Hiap Industries’ best practices and commitment to collect…

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OBP certification now featured on Ubuntoo’s website!

OBP certification now featured on Ubuntoo’s website! 2048 1152 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

Zero Plastic Oceans and Control Union newly released Ocean Bound Plastic certification is now featured in Ubuntoo’s database as a solution against plastic pollution and for sustainable fashion. This new certification for Ocean…

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Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans launch the “OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION”, an innovative scheme to protect oceans

Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans launch the “OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION”, an innovative scheme to protect oceans 2048 1365 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

On the occasion of World Oceans Day, Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans are joining forces to launch the world’s first third party verified label to avoid plastic waste reaching marine environments: the OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION. Based on international environmental standards and environmental label best practices, this third party verified certification is two-fold, aiming to capture Ocean Bound Plastics (OBP), plastics abandoned in the natural environment, while rethinking the value chain of plastics.

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Control Union y Zero Plastic Oceans lanzan la certificación “OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC”, un esquema innovador para proteger los océanos

Control Union y Zero Plastic Oceans lanzan la certificación “OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC”, un esquema innovador para proteger los océanos 2048 1365 Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

On the occasion of World Oceans Day, Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans are joining forces to launch the world’s first third party verified label to avoid plastic waste reaching marine environments: the OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION. Based on international environmental standards and environmental label best practices, this third party verified certification is two-fold, aiming to capture Ocean Bound Plastics (OBP), plastics abandoned in the natural environment, while rethinking the value chain of plastics.

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Control Union et Zero Plastic Oceans lancent la certification « OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC », un label innovant pour la protection des océans.

Control Union et Zero Plastic Oceans lancent la certification « OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC », un label innovant pour la protection des océans. Ocean Bound Plastic Certification

On the occasion of World Oceans Day, Control Union and Zero Plastic Oceans are joining forces to launch the world’s first third party verified label to avoid plastic waste reaching marine environments: the OCEAN BOUND PLASTIC CERTIFICATION. Based on international environmental standards and environmental label best practices, this third party verified certification is two-fold, aiming to capture Ocean Bound Plastics (OBP), plastics abandoned in the natural environment, while rethinking the value chain of plastics.

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