SeaHugger is a non-profit organization based in California, the United States.[1][2] The organization preserves the marine environment from plastic pollution through educational activities.[3][4]
| Founder | Shell Cleave |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonprofit |
| Legal status | Foundation |
| Location |
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Key people | Shell Cleave |
| Award(s) | Jefferson Award for Public Service |
| Website | www |
Sea Hugger makes use of seabins provided by The Seabin Project to clean oceans.[5][6]
History
editSea Hugger was founded by Shell Cleave.[2] She has written a book, The Littlest Sea Hugger, describing the organization's role in cleaning the environment.[7]
In 2019, Sea Hugger received Green Business Award.[8]
In 2021, Shell Cleave received Jefferson Award for Public Service for her public service as part of Sea Hugger.[4]
Sea Hugger is also working in South Africa and the United States.[4]
Awards and recognition
edit- Green Business Award (2019)
- Jefferson Award for Public Service (2021)[9]
References
edit- ^ Woudenberg, Carina. "El Granada woman out to aid ocean".
- ^ a b Leyden, Libby. "Seabin Project takes aim at plastics in harbor".
- ^ "The recycling myth". San Francisco Examiner.
- ^ a b c "South Bay Surfer Helping To Clean Up Beaches In Half Moon Bay, South Africa". CBS News.
- ^ "Seabin Project takes aim at plastics in harbor".
- ^ Clark, Zachary. "New method for removing marine trash in use at Pillar Point Harbor". San Mateo Daily Journal.
- ^ Howell, August. "Sea Hugger book highlights climate issues".
- ^ "Local residents, businesses honored at Chamber awards".
- ^ Howell, August. "2 local women recognized for public service".