5 Gyres

5 Gyres empowers action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution.

The 5 Gyres Institute, for a planet free of plastic pollution, is a non-profit organization dedicated to researching the issue of plastics in the world’s oceans, and engaging communities in systemic change. In 2011, 5 Gyres completed the first global survey of plastic marine pollution, finding evidence of plastic across all 5 subtropical “gyres”, oceanic current systems where plastic waste accumul

ates. In addition to contaminating precious marine ecosystems, plastic waste threatens wildlife, and poses risks to human health as toxic chemicals from plastic enter the food chain we depend on. Utilizing scientific findings, 5 Gyres engages corporate partners, policymakers, and the general public to reduce plastic pollution by improving product design, recovery systems, and individual responsibility for plastic waste.

09/01/2026

📢 There’s still time to help us protect our parks from plastic pollution!

Join us by heading to a national, state, or local park before October 1st, pick up any trash you spot on the trails, and submit what you find using the app!

Every piece of trash collected on the trails helps inform solutions that keep single-use plastic out of our protected lands. 🌲

Learn how to submit your data at 5gyres.org/PlasticFreeParks

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08/26/2026

📢 Tomorrow! Join us in Tahoe for a panel discussion to learn more about our first land-based expedition kicking off this week!

RSVP now: https://tahoerimtrail.org/event/trail-talk-panel-discussion-the-tahoe-rim-trail-expedition-tracking-plastic-pollution-from-trail-to-lake/

08/19/2026

📢 Introducing TrashBlitz Caribbean!

5 Gyres is looking for Caribbean-based organizations to partner with to bring TrashBlitz, our community science app for collecting data and driving solutions to plastic pollution, into three new Caribbean nations over the next two years! 🌎

Each awardee will receive $25,000 USD over two years to lead community-based waste audits while piloting local solutions.

🚨 Applications close on Sunday, September 13th.

👉 Learn more and apply at 5gyres.org/TrashBlitzCaribbean

08/18/2026

As we look for solutions to plastic pollution, where do biomaterials fit in?

Our research offers greater transparency by examining how materials behave in the real world.

Read the full article, featuring our work 👉

At a Massachusetts lab, pebble-sized pellets are transformed into forks and films that won't leave persistent microplastics in the environment. These

08/11/2026

📢 Leave it better than you found it!

Whether you’re heading to a national, state, or local park this summer, help us collect data to protect our most beloved places.

Learn how to get involved at 5gyres.org/PlasticFreeParks

📸: Hannah Tizedes

08/06/2026

From the water we drink to the clothing we wear, microplastics are showing up everywhere. 🌎

The good news? There are science-backed ways to reduce your exposure at home.

Learn more & take action 👉 5gyres.org/MicroplasticFreeUS

08/04/2026

The truth is, microplastics are nearly impossible to clean up once in the environment.

Prevention at the source is essential for healthy planet and people. 🌎

That’s why our campaign targets known sources of microplastic pollution, while driving smart policy measures grounded in science.

Learn more + use your voice 👉 5gyres.org/MicroplasticFreeUS

07/28/2026

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