Held annually since 2022, the Global Ocean Cleanup is a behavior science-based campaign to fight ocean plastic pollution through online and offline action. Together with hundreds of partners worldwide, we are combining art, storytelling, and community-based action to tackle the plastic pollution crisis.
Impact to Date
Partners & Results by Year
Each year, we carefully select and support community-based partners worldwide to participate in the Global Ocean Cleanup, providing $64,000 across 23 countries thus far. This work is made possible through the support of generous sponsors, renowned artists, and organizational partners like Sea Turtle Week. Explore partners and results by year at the links below.
2025 Global Ocean Cleanup
The fourth annual Global Ocean Cleanup was our biggest ever, with 94,920 pounds of waste removed during 54 coastal cleanups in 25 countries. Explore our 2025 partners and detailed results.
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Support the Global Ocean Cleanup
Your donations make our work possible. Make a tax-deductible donation in support of Oceanic Society today, and be a part of the global movement to fight ocean plastic pollution. Interested in sponsoring the next Global Ocean Cleanup? Get in touch to request sponsorship information.