The Wild Beach School program, launched by the Final Straw Foundation in 2022, has connected over 3000 children in Hampshire and West Sussex with coastal ecosystems through hands-on learning. It fosters environmental stewardship, creativity, and teamwork while enhancing well-being. The initiative aims to provide all schools access, ensuring every child experiences the beach.
Wet wipes, often marketed as flushable, significantly contribute to sewer blockages, resulting in £200 million in annual costs for water companies in the UK. These products create harmful fatbergs and increase pollution on beaches. The solution is simple: follow the 3 P’s rule and dispose of wet wipes in the bin to protect the planet.
After 14 years of Conservative rule, the UK has ushered [...]
The Final Straw Foundation welcomes the news that the UK Government has announced its plans to ban wet wipes that contain plastic.
The festive season can generate lots of waste, but the Final Straw Foundation offers some tips to help curb this. Primarily, try more sustainable packaging for online orders and use recyclable wrapping paper. Donating unwanted gifts instead of trashing them, as well as being mindful of Christmas food waste, can make a difference. Also, reducing plastic waste at Christmas is crucial, with options such as kerbside recycling, and plastic-free alternatives for gifts and food. Visit the full blog post to find out more!
Read all about our new Education Station project. This innovative initiative transforms collected plastics into functional items, promoting a circular approach to recycling. Join the movement for a plastic-free future, embracing responsible consumption and raising awareness about the environmental impact of plastic production. Explore more on our website!
By Georgina Maw, Head of Educational Outreach “Education is the [...]
By Hannah Cooper, Campaign Assistant When looking at the statistics, [...]
By Hannah Cooper, Campaign Assistant When thinking about the global [...]
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