Tackling plastic pollution,
one source at a time
In collaboration with the Rochman Lab, we use our strong foundation in science to answer pressing questions related plastic pollution, particularly those that drive positive change.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to plastic pollution and sources are diverse. Through our Pollution Prevention Projects, we carry out solutions-based research to inform the prevention of plastic pollution – one source at a time!
These projects focus on upstream solutions. Interested in downstream solutions? Visit our Fighting Floatables project where we work to cleanup and divert litter from Toronto’s waterways!
Pollution Prevention Project Fellowship
Have an idea for a pollution prevention project? Our annual fellowship supports one fellow annually to lead their own research project on a source of plastic pollution.
Projects
Sipping Sustainably
(Single-use Straws)
2025
Garbage-less Groceries
(Plastic Produce Bags)
2024 – present
Getting into Garbage Bins
(Garbage Bins)
2024 – present
Brushing Away Microplastics
(Paint)
2024 – present
Wipes vs. Pipes
(Wet Wipes)
2023 – present
In Pursuit of Polystyrene
(Foam)
2022 – present
Ditching Disposables
(Single-use Foodware)
2021 – present
Operation Sweep the Creek
(Pre-production Plastic Pellets)
2019 – present
Kicking Plastics Butt!
(Cigarette Butts)
2022 – 2023
