2013 The Summer of UpGyres

Jay OwenResource Efficiency, Sustainability Research Group

Upcycle the Gyres Society Transforming Marine Plastic Pollution into Revenue Streams Starting on World Oceans Day, June 8th 2013 IS THE SUMMER OF UPGYRES   “Science World is excited to partner with Upcycle the Gyres Society for World Oceans Day, June 8th, where we will be sifting through beach sand samples …

Upgyres: Transforming Marine Plastic Pollution into Revenue Streams

Jay OwenSRI/ESG News

 Latest News April 01 to 15, 2013   Upcycle the Gyres Society Transforming Marine Plastic Pollution into Revenue Streams 80 % of marine litter comes from land-based sources Are We Eating Trash from Your Mine? Published on Business Excellence Weekly ISSUE No. 42 Page 7 See who are our Collaborators–Supporters–Sponsors & Partners Come …

Latest News March 16 to 31, 2013

Jay OwenSustainability News

Upcycle the Gyres Society Transforming Marine Plastic Pollution into Revenue Streams Mr. Michalik, Founder and Managing Director of 365Playground, steps down from his Adviser position to become  a member of the Board of Directors. The vote of confidence and support from Mr. Michalik is invaluable to UGS, as it is …

Unique Upcycling Solution to Plastic Ocean Pollution

Ethical MarketsResource Efficiency

Upcycle the Gyres aims to convert marine plastic waste to high value products! Vancouver, BC, November 25, 2012 – At long last there is a unique solution to the approximately 142 billion kilos of plastic pollution that is swirling in the world’s five gyres – transform it into revenue streams …

Exploring creating synergies between The Waste Free Oceans Project and Upcycle the Gyres

kristyEarth Systems Science

News Release – Tuesday, June 12, 2012 Title: Exploring creating synergies between The Waste Free Oceans Project and Upcycle the Gyres Vancouver, Canada, June 12, 2012 – The Upcycle the Gyres Society today announced that it has opened a collaborative dialog with the Waste Free Oceans Project. The Waste Free …

Dr. Martin Blake joins the Advisory Board of the Upcycle the Gyres Society

Ethical MarketsSRI/ESG News, Earth Systems Science

Vancouver, Canada, June 6, 2012 – The Upcycle the Gyres Society (“UGS” or the “Society”) today announced that Dr. Martin Blake has agreed to accept the appointment of Strategic Advisor. Dr. Blake brings outstanding capabilities and an extensive background, especially in the area of sustainability. His strategic guidance, advice, and contributions …