Our Mission
We are an international collective of artists, designers, and architects actively focusing on the global problem of plastic pollution through our work. Operating at the intersection of art and science, we strive to inspire people to rethink and reinvent plastic debris through innovation, creative stewardship, and education. We are dedicated to improving global understanding of the impacts of plastic consumption + pollution. We support and assist with the development of initiatives to restrict the flow of plastic debris to the oceans.
EDUCATION
Education has the unique potential to shift current trajectories in terms of our global plastic debris problem. With 9% of plastics actually being recycled, it is clear that recycling is not the primary solution to this problem. It is time to educate people around the globe on this timely, growing shared toxic waste issue. Click the link below to see various lesson plans and resources we offer open source to assist educators. We are here to assist with the implementation or modification of curricula, as well as give talks and lectures on various aspects of creative stewardship, our practices and related initiatives.
THE COLLECTIVE
Our art and design work made from plastic debris supports life on earth, ranging from plankton to people. We offer select works from our practices for sale through Project Vortex. Should you choose to purchase something, we donate 50% of proceeds from sales to non-profit conservation organizations worldwide that are conducting river, shore and roadside clean-ups. Your support helps us continue to explore the potential of this material for art and design applications while raising awareness and funds to stop the flow of plastic pollution into the world’s waters. Thank you!