The Ocean Race 2022-23

Say goodbye to single-use plastic

If we don’t act now there is a risk that our oceans will contain more plastic than fish by 2050. You can help by reducing, reusing and recycling your waste. Refuse unnecessary single-use plastic and opt for reusable alternatives like carry cups for your takeaway coffee and tote bags for your shopping,

If you want to go a step further, ask the shops, eateries and other businesses you use to adopt sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic and get involved in beach cleans or litter-picks in your local area.

If you work for a company that holds events, download our guide to reusables to ensure there is not the temptation to revert to single-use.
Cut the carbon

The climate crisis, fuelled by soaring greenhouse gas emissions, is wreaking havoc on our ocean. Keeping our individual emissions as low as possible is essential. Switch to a renewable energy provider and consider travelling by public transport, bicycle or on foot rather than car.

You could also explore carbon offset schemes, which enable you to invest in environmental projects around the world in order to balance out your own carbon footprint. Supporting ‘blue carbon’ projects not only capture greenhouse gasses, but help to restore ocean health and provide a habitat for marine life. Suggest that your company or organisation does this to compensate for flights and other major carbon generating activities.
Choose sustainable seafood

Overfishing is having disastrous consequences on marine life. This doesn’t mean you have to forgo fish and seafood, but instead make sure that your choices are sustainable. Look for certification labels in supermarkets and on menus to say that the fish is sustainable and try different varieties to the usual suspects. Less popular species are less likely to be overfished.
Inspire

If you’re a parent or teacher you can play a vital role in helping children understand the issues the planet is facing and, most importantly, the action that can be taken to turn things around.

Check out our Champion for the Seas programme, with tailored materials for 6-12 year olds. Available in English, Spanish and French, with Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, German and Mandarin coming soon.
Collaborate

Every business and organisation faces challenges in assessing and minimising its environmental footprint and impact. If you’re part of a business or organisation that is working in sport sustainability or ocean health and are keen to collaborate or share innovative ideas, please get in touch.

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