Our recycling impact
Across Canada’s coasts, ghost gear—lost, abandoned, and discarded fishing equipment—continues to harm marine life and pollute our oceans. But what if this problem could become part of the solution?
By recovering and recycling this gear, we’re not just cleaning up our waters—we’re unlocking the potential of recycled HDPE, a durable and versatile material ready to fuel innovation. Each net, trap, and line we reclaim is a step toward a cleaner ocean, stronger coastal communities, and a circular economy that leaves nothing behind.
Every second breath we take comes from the ocean. Now it’s our turn to reimagine its future.
Our Canadian circular system for recycled HDPE fishing gear avoids impact on climate change by 92%, on water scarcity by 95% and on ecosystem quality by 87%, in comparison to virgin plastics produced in China.
For every tonne recycled, we avoid 1.96 tonnes of crude oil.
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Thanks to our Project Partners
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