Every year, about 8 million tons of plastic waste escapes into the oceans from coastal nations. That’s more than what had been produced in the year 1950 in total. Production increased drastically, from 2.3 million tons in 1950 to 448 million tons by the year 2015, with an individual piece taking more than 400 years to break down. Millions of marine and land animals are killed by plastics every year, ranging from entanglement to starvation. Plastic is a very porous material made of and collecting harmful chemicals that can penetrate cells and move into tissues and organs, leading to hormonal and reproductive complications. This is a worldwide crisis that needs everyone’s immediate attention.
Environmental Sculptures creates large-scale, metal reminders of the impacts of plastic pollution on our environment by designing and handcrafting unique sculptures of indigenous flora and fauna, filled with discarded plastic found during community cleanups. These sculptures help educate the community, encouraging communication with its citizens about the problems of plastic pollution on the local environment, and how that impacts our world on a larger scale. This opens an opportunity for your city to create or get involved with an organized cleanup to foster a sense of community accountability and camaraderie, while spearheading positive change.
So, how can you help?
Your sponsorship of a sculpture lays the groundwork for partnerships with local, national and international organizations. These partnerships allow for the expansion of audience size, educating communities and gaining alliances with industry leaders. By participating in this empowering venture, your organization will help steer our world toward a healthier, more abundant tomorrow, while also marking your company as a leader in environmental initiatives through your efforts to make our world a better place for future generations.