It’s that time of year when we carry out our Thomas and Thomas Annual Beach Clean!
Plastic is one of the most enduring materials created. We all know that it can take hundreds of years for plastic to degrade, and research is showing that it is possible that it does not even fully degrade, but becomes what we call microplastic.
Did you know*:
• Millions of animals are killed by plastics every year, from birds to fish to other marine organisms. Nearly 700 species, including endangered ones, are known to have been affected by plastics.
• Every year, about 8 million tons of plastic waste escapes into the oceans from coastal nations. That’s the equivalent of putting five rubbish bags full of waste on every foot of coastline around the world!
• Microplastics have been found in more than 100 aquatic species, including fish, shrimp, and mussels destined for our dinner plates
Plastic pollution is one of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time
So how can you help? Please join us for our Seventh annual Thomas and Thomas beach clean on Wednesday 13th May at 10:30am for around 2 hours.
Once again, the action will all take place on Newgale beach Pembrokeshire. We have chosen this beach because – not only is it a local spot for many of our clients – we are always amazed at what gets trapped between the long bank of pebbles (previous finds include remnants of a rope bridge, fishing tackle, beer cans, and tourist waste).
You will need appropriate clothing and footwear and some strong gloves. As ever, we will sort out the bin bags and refreshments.
Please email Teleri teleri@thomasandthomasfinance.co.uk if you would like to join us this year. We will then be in touch closer to the day with any weather updates.
Go on! You know you will enjoy it! Best wishes from Darren Beth and Tel.
*According to National Geographic Education: The World’s Plastic Pollution Crisis Explained
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