Join us in this inspiring episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast as we dive deep into the incredible journey of 4ocean, a company dedicated to cleaning up plastic from our oceans. Host Andrew Lewin sits down with Alex Schulze, co-founder and CEO of 4ocean, to discuss the organization's origin story, its rapid growth, and the remarkable achievement of removing 40 million pounds of plastic from the ocean.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
The initial inspiration behind 4ocean and how a surf trip to Bali sparked a global movement.
The innovative business model that connects product sales to ocean cleanup efforts.
The challenges faced in the early years and how the team overcame them through creativity and determination.
The importance of hiring local crews and providing fair wages and benefits to those on the front lines of cleanup efforts.
The tools and methods used to collect plastic from rivers and coastlines, and the impact of social media in raising awareness.
Whether you're passionate about marine conservation or simply curious about how businesses can make a positive impact, this episode is packed with valuable insights and motivation. Tune in to discover how 4ocean is not just cleaning up our oceans but also creating jobs and fostering a community dedicated to a cleaner planet.
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Follow 4ocean:
Website: 4ocean.com
Instagram: @4ocean
Facebook: 4ocean
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:31 4ocean's impact on plastic
00:04:33 Origin story of Four Oceans
00:31:31 Plastic pollution cleanup process
00:51:01 Expanding sustainability efforts in Bali
00:58:36 Company culture and employee value
01:05:40 Plastic ocean cleanups and impact
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