Turning the Tide on Microplastics

We are a 501(c)(3) public charity funding the collection of plastic waste in highly polluted coastal regions around the world.
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in partnership with CleanHub
THE CHALLENGE

The Silent Invasion of Microplastics

By 2050, there could be more plastic than fish in the sea. This plastic doesn’t simply disappear; it breaks down into toxic microplastics.

14 million tons

of plastic enter our oceans every year.

358 trillion

microplastic particles are infiltrating our food, air and bodies.
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From Shorelines to Dinner Plates

The Global Cost of Inadequate Waste Management

More than 2 billion people in coastal communities lack access to proper waste management facilities, forcing them to dispose of trash directly into nature.

This staggering reality has far-reaching consequences, as 80% of all plastic waste originates in Asia and drifts across oceans, ultimately reaching the Pacific Coast of the United States.

Photo of waste found in mangrove forest before the clean up

Ocean Plastic Pollution is Solved on Land, Not in the Sea

Proper waste management protects our oceans from drowning in plastic.
Stopping Plastic at the Source

Preventing Ocean Pollution

1

Local Hubs

We set up community-centered waste hubs in coastal areas, empowering residents to collect and process trash while fostering environmental awareness.

2

Collection

We systematically intercept plastic and other pollutants before they reach the ocean, organizing cleanups, offering incentives, and providing necessary tools.

3

Track and Trace

We use digital technology to monitor and measure the flow of waste, improving accountability and efficiency.

4

Waste Management

We sort, recycle, and safely dispose of collected materials, minimizing harm to ecosystems.

Wild Shores has been working with CleanHub since 2022

Through our CleanHub partnership, plastic waste is collected from households, communities, and nature - preventing it from reaching the ocean or ending up in landfill. The waste is sorted and either recycled or used as alternative fuel in cement production, replacing coal and gas.

Collected

2,263,158 lbs

of waste
Support

10

projects
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A waste collector during a cleanup picking up trash in a mangrove forest
OUR IMPACT

Building Stronger Communities, Healthier Oceans, and a Brighter Future

The team of waste collectors standing next to the bags full of waste that they have picked up. Smiling to the camera.

Local Impact

Fair Wage Jobs
Creating stable, well-paying jobs that empower families to achieve financial security.

Higher Family Income
Boosting household income, enabling better access to healthcare, education, and other essentials.

Cleaner Communities Reducing waste and improving the quality of life in local neighborhoods.

Education Programs Equipping communities with the tools to maintain long-term environmental and social progress.

A group of people organising plastic waste that has been collected.

Global Impact

Cleaner Oceans
Reducing plastic waste at its source to protect marine ecosystems.

Healthier Families
Minimizing exposure to toxins and pollutants for people worldwide.

Less Carbon Emissions
Implementing sustainable practices that contribute to a lower global carbon footprint.

A Brighter Future for Children
Securing a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations.

Ready to take action for clean oceans?

You're not just collecting plastic, you're helping to build waste management infrastructure and improving the livelihood of local communities.
CASE STUDY

High impact project for a local community

India – Removing Plastic with Local Fishermen in Pondicherry

We’ve been working hard to remove plastic pollution from Pondicherry since 2022, working closely with the fishing community and small recycling units.

Before this partnership, locals here had no option but to burn their waste, send it to landfill, or throw it into waterways, since they lacked the right infrastructure to process it properly. Non-recyclable waste in particular posed a threat to the community.

Local fishermen have increasingly found plastic waste in their nets but have had no solution for this waste. This meant that it would often be thrown back or burned.

That’s where we come in. Thanks to our partner Newton Baby, we’re funding the collection of waste from the fishing community, small recyclers, restaurants, schools, businesses, and homes in Pondicherry.

Ready to take action for clean oceans?

You're not just collecting plastic, you're helping to build waste management infrastructure and improving the livelihood of local communities.