Futures Forum: Drowning in Plastic @ BBC One > "This documentary is a must-watch, because it’s only if we raise awareness, tell our friends and spread the message that humanity will really have a chance at saving our oceans."
And something we can do is ask manufacturers to come up with a better product:
Futures Forum: Turning the Tide on Plastic > "It's an eco-nightmare and a tired, old technology: surely it’s not beyond the wit of science to give us a hi-tech green alternative."
Which is what they're looking at in Lyme tomorrow night:
NEXT WEEK’S MEETING – Tuesday, October
9th
Compostables:
Are they the answer?
Next Tuesday,
9th October, Blue Room, Royal Lion Hotel, Broad Street, Lyme
Regis
7.15 for
7.30pmMark Foxhall will talk about compostables as alternatives
to single-use plastics. While we strive to find ways around our plastic
addiction, biodegradables may seem an obvious choice. But on closer
investigation, they too may have a negative impact on our environment. Mark
will give a presentation to share his knowledge of the subject and lead a
discussion. All are
welcome.
Wednesday, October 17th
Inspiration to protect our oceans
Marine Theatre –
7.00pm
Tickets from Lyme
Regis TIC (01297 442138) or online
from the Marine Theatre website
We are
fortunate to have this event here on our doorstep! Through film, talks, facts,
and discussion 4 speakers will share how they have observed, recorded, advised,
and broadcast the effects of plastic, climate change, over-fishing and pollution
on our seas. Hear and see what they have done to change attitudes and the
actions they’ve taken. Lyme Regis sits overlooking Lyme Bay – there is a wealth
of sea-life and wonders on its doorstep. Find out how you can help preserve it
for future generations.
Marine
Conservation: our shore and sea need protecting both locally and globally - come
and see what we have & how it's being achieved. Plastic Free Lyme Regis will
be there with tips for reducing the plastic that we use.
Speakers:
DAVID JONES - the founder of Just One Ocean, an environmentalist, media diving specialist, cameraman and ocean plastic consultant. David has worked with David Attenborough, Bear Grylls and Ben Fogle. His work includes the award winning documentary film A Plastic Ocean and for the BBC.
WILLIAM
THOMPSON - an
explorer, paddle boarder, graphic artist, mapmaker, and author of The Book of
Tides, The World of Tides and Tide Walker. William has featured in The Daily
Telegraph, on the BBC, and in The Scotsman.
MORVEN
ROBERTSON- a UK
Project Manager at Lyme Bay Fisheries and Conservation Reserve
facilitated by the Blue Marine Foundation. Morven works with locals, fisherman,
and organisations caring for the sea.
ANNE
BAKER - Scientist,
Educator and Ocean Advocate. In 2014, with other scientists, Anne took part in
eXXpedition gaining first hand observation of the significant challenge
of ocean plastic pollution seen whilst sailing across the Atlantic and around
the British Coast. She developed an in-depth understanding of the impact of
plastic on our planet, the oceans, and our health. She gave such an inspiring
talk at Eva Fahle Clout’s art exhibition in June and we are pleased she returns
to Lyme for this evening.Booking
now will ensure your seat at this inspiring event !
https://turnlymegreen.co.uk
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