Clean Oceans International - COI

Clean Oceans International - COI is a Santa Cruz, California-based startup dedicated to tackling plastic pollution through research, innovation, and direct action. Founded in 2008, COI's Portable Plastic Waste Conversion (PPWC) technology, developed in collaboration with Oregon State University, aims to prevent plastic from entering natural environments while ensuring human and environmental safety. Additionally, their Environmental Plastic Assessment Program (EPAP) engages over 1,200 volunteers in beach cleanups and plastic monitoring in locations including Monterey Bay, Lake Tahoe, and internationally in Brazil, Cuba, and Micronesia. COI's focus on community engagement and educating the next generation of decision-makers, along with its commitment to sustainability, makes it a key player in driving positive environmental change and fostering stewardship. With a focus on driving the new plastic economy and reducing plastic use, COI's impactful initiatives position it as a promising venture for potential investors in the renewable energy sector.