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BREAKING: Groundbreaking Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act launches! Senator Udall (D-NM) and Representative Lowenthal (D-CA) introduce groundbreaking legislation that tackles the plastic pollution crisis head on. The act calls for a national bottle bill, bans certain polluting products, temporarily pauses the development of new plastic facilities, sets new standards for minimum recycled content, institutes a carryout bag fee, prevents waste from being shipped overseas, requires manufacturers to collect and recycle materials, and protects existing state policy designed to curb the use of single-use plastic. Read More Here ([link removed][UNIQID])


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March 3-7: Expo West in Anaheim, CA (thanks Chicobag ([link removed][UNIQID]) for allowing us to be your guests!) Email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Hi!%20I'd%20like%20to%20connect%20at%20Expo%20West!) to say hello.
March 24th: 16th ([link removed][UNIQID]) annual Ocean Day ([link removed][UNIQID]) in Sacramento, CA. Ocean Day is a single day when people from across California come to the Capitol to discuss the crucial role the ocean plays in our environment and economy. Please email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Hi!%20I'd%20like%20to%20participate%20in%20Ocean%20Day%20in%20Sacramento!) if you'd like to participate on behalf of 5 Gyres.


** Program updates:
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Ambassador Program: Ambassador Leadership Summit is coming this summer! This will be a three day inspirational event for Ambassadors to convene for the first time ever, learning the latest developments on plastic pollution from science, to policies, to evolving industry practices. Featuring fun and interactive activities, it will become a place of exploration and collaboration. Apply to our Ambassador program today to get involved! ([link removed][UNIQID])

Education Program: Our Curriculum is now accessible to all! As we revamp our website, we are pleased to offer the K-12 NextGen Plastic Pollution Curriculum online. Access it through our application here ([link removed][UNIQID]) and check out the "At Sea" curriculum for all of the adventurous educators on the open ocean.


** Local Action: Los Angeles
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Reusable LA Volunteer Training Webinar
Calling all Angelenos and foodies! We need your help to make policy changes happen in the county and city of LA. Join the growing Reusable LA coalition ([link removed][UNIQID]) for a special webinar that will empower you to conduct outreach at local restaurants. By joining, you'll be part of the effort moving LA closer to a thriving culture of reuse and zero-waste. Register here. ([link removed][UNIQID])


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We are seeking a driven and collaborative Science Program Manager dedicated to effecting positive change, to support the growth and implementation of our science programs. If this is you, apply here ([link removed][UNIQID]) .


** Partners driving design change:
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* Check out our February partnership with 4Ocean ([link removed][UNIQID]) , working together on upstream solutions and education about the global plastic pollution crisis.
* While not officially available until Spring, Klean Kanteen is named the 'best portable lunch box' at Outdoor Retailer ([link removed][UNIQID]#the-best-portable-lunch-box-12) , according to Business Insider
* Thank you Glass Dharma ([link removed][UNIQID]) for donating straws to our upcoming Ambassador Summit! Interested in participating as a corporate sponsor or donating product? Email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=I'm%20interested%20in%20participating%20in%20the%20Ambassador%20Summit!)
* 5 Gyres is proud to be a member of 1% For the Planet. Want to include us as your beneficiary? Click HERE. ([link removed][UNIQID])


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