Microplastics Okanagan

Microplastics Okanagan will be the home of a scoping study to understand if microplastics are present in Okanagan Lake. Join us in this process of discovery!

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

While we recognize that #plasticwaste is complicated & requires MANY solutions, we know that reducing our use of plastics first & foremost is ultimately a worthy goal. To that end, we're keeping a close eye on this discussion: the + and - of pyrolysis & gasification.

[TheLastPlasticStraw @NoPlasticStraws]

“‘Advanced’ Recycling of Plastic Using High Heat & Chemicals Is Costly and Environmentally Problematic, New Govt Study Finds” -Advanced “Recycling” is Advanced Pollution, a costly toxic transfer of pollution to pollutants. #plasticpollutes #toxicplastic https://t.co/aq0Z9JeU6W

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Agree 1000% - we really need to rethink the entire produce supply chain. It's complicated, but we have to start somewhere. #rethinkpackaging

[Beyond Plastics Virtual Group @BeyondPlastAct]

#disappointed & disgusted by the amount #plasticpollution encased veggies at @Publix, so we chose to drive a few miles to @HarrisTeeter where more (but still not enough!) veggies are sold au natural. Grocers need to #RethinkPackaging and #FreeTheVeggies. RT if you agree!

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

It turns out, the way we wash our clothes can have a big impact on the amount of #microfibre shedding. The best option? Wash on 'gentle' cycle and hang to dry. Having said that, we know that sometimes, we need a stronger wash. What do you think?
https://t.co/CA5cqVM9aS

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Indeed, this is an excellent recap! We really enjoyed the facilitation using the Four Food Chiefs as our guide. It made for dynamic and rich discussions. #OLWSF2022

[Okanagan Basin Water Board @Ok_WaterBoard]

Excellent recap of some of the discussion from the first 1.5 days of the recent 3-day #Nkmip (#OsoyoosLake) water forum, bridging Indigenous & western knowledge to address water & climate challenges in #Okanagan #Okanogan. https://t.co/KbUj7NW5Wk via @IndigiNewsMedia #OLWSF2022

[Okanagan Basin Water Board @Ok_WaterBoard]

Looking at watershed influences, we heard about research using LiDAR and other remote sensing techniques to map wetlands, and research into the existence of microplastics in Okanagan Lake.

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Looking forward to attending #OLWSF2022 & presenting our work investigating #microplastics in #OkanaganLake. As @OkWaterWise says, the waters of Okanagan Lake connect to #OsoyoosLake: it is truly one water. The issues of one lake affect another. We must take care of our waters.

[Okanagan Basin Water Board @Ok_WaterBoard]

Spots are filling up! Do you have yours? ��� The 2022 “Nk’mip (Osoyoos Lake) – Heart of the Watershed” water science forum is this week, Oct. 27-29!
JOIN US in Osoyoos, BC for 3 action-packed days of live guest speakers, tours, exhibits, great food. #nkmip #OsoyoosLake #OLWSF2022

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

#plasticpollution in the aquaculture industry is a very serious problem, so we're encouraged to see a wave of innovation in Maine trying to come up with solutions!

[Civil Eats @CivilEats]

Shellfish and kelp growers are exploring alternatives ranging from kelp-based ropes and lobster bait bags to oyster cages made solely from wood and metal. https://t.co/v73ljemgez #ClimateWeek

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Well done, California! via @5gyres, @CalMatters

#microplastics

https://t.co/7phQwaZlNa

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Our #microplasticsokanagan trailer made it into the Reel Peach Film Festival at Penticton's @peachfest2022 ! https://t.co/7W2d50tcir

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

A pre-written letter that took me 5 min to modify. EASY ACTION! --> Join me in urging @Maersk to STOP shipping plastic waste exports overseas, like French shipping company @cmacgm has. Email Maersk now at: https://t.co/7vVDKN72QL @PlasticsBeyond @plasticchange #PlasticFreeJuly

[Ocean Diagnostics @oceandiagnstics]

Today, the Government of Canada published final regulations to prohibit the manufacture and import of harmful single-use #plastics. This ban is one of the first national restrictions of its kind in North America.

https://t.co/geDqKhCAN9

#CanadaPlasticBan #BeatPlasticPollution

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

For those looking for a deeper discussion into #microplastics and #plasticpollution in the ocean context, this webinar is free, being live-streamed, and very worth tuning in! @PlasticsBeyond

[Beyond Plastics @PlasticsBeyond]

Reckoning With the U.S. Role in Global Ocean Plastic Waste https://t.co/uTk6JWFrBh

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

We're looking forward to presenting at RIPE this year to share the incredible work we've been able to accomplish with @OkanaganCollege & a look at what's next for the project. #MicroplasticsOkanagan https://t.co/NpVL85iSIC

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Looking forward to reading this & sharing with our #Okanagan community. #microfibres #microplastics

[Beyond Plastics @PlasticsBeyond]

👏🏾Bravo, Judith Weis! 📘Check out her new book, Polluting Textiles: The Problem with Microfibres from @routledgebooks https://t.co/H70VNJh0Ep #fastfashion #plasticpollutes #breakfreefromplastic #plasticsandhealth #microplastics #toxicplastic

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

There's been a lot about #microplastics in the news recently: it's in our blood, lungs, and even in our soils. But we mustn't panic. Here's our roundup & why we're remaining calm. #MicroplasticsOkanagan https://t.co/uuXrepIT4B

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

A quick media round-up of news highlights from around the web, following the launch of our #WorldWaterDay press release. @OkanaganCollege @OkWaterWise @cityofkelowna @Okanagannation @FreshOutlook @fwlifeorg @sevenintheocean #MicroplasticsOkanagan https://t.co/PiyOwSvxuV

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

We're really encouraged to see all our local #media outlets share this around! Thank you, @KelownaNow #microplastics #communitycollaboration https://t.co/bIjTqhWCJY

[Okanagan College @OkanaganCollege]

Community collaboration with @MicroplasticOK studies microplastics in #Okanagan Lake: https://t.co/k4YeeSDrbe

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

The trouble w/ #microplastics is that we're only just starting to figure out that they are everywhere & their impacts are not well understood. For more abt the link btwn microplastics & agriculture, check out this piece by @EnvirHealthNews via @CivilEats https://t.co/2suhech66U

[Microplastics Okanagan @MicroplasticOK]

Prevent #plastic from ever being a problem in the first place. #microplastics #worldwaterday

[Ocean Diagnostics @oceandiagnstics]

Canadian #seabirds face many #stressors including #microplastics.

“Borrowing from social work, harm reduction is about managing and removing all the things that can cause harm, so the population is more resilient” - Dr. @jenni_pro

@environmentca

#BeatPlasticPollution