Did you know? Every year, 11 million metric tons of plastic waste enter our oceans from land-based sources. That's a staggering amount! This plastic debris not only harms marine life but also exacerbates climate change.

This 2024, RIMES is proud to collaborate with partners across Asia and the Pacific to tackle marine debris, a key driver of climate change. Coastal debris contributes to rising sea levels and extreme weather, while also releasing greenhouse gases and damaging ecosystems that store carbon. RIMES’s expertise in disaster risk reduction and hydrometeorological data supports efforts to protect our oceans and mitigate climate impacts. 

Together, we can reduce plastic pollution, protect coastal ecosystems, and turn the tide on climate change.

Take action today! Here's what YOU can do: reduce your plastic use, participate in coastal cleanups, support policies that protect our oceans, and help raise awareness about the impacts of land-based pollution to climate change! 

Feel free to use the materials below to spread awareness all-year round. 

For more information about the #SeaTheChange movement, visit https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/