Superpower Stories Archives - eXXpedition

Jenna Jambeck Superpower Story June 4th, 2025

Emma Rendle Superpower Story April 16th, 2025

Katrina McQuail Superpower Story March 24th, 2025

Juliana Corrales Superpower Story March 12th, 2025

Larissa Clark Superpower Story February 19th, 2025

Jess Donald Superpower Story January 22nd, 2025

Pallavi Davé Superpower Story January 2nd, 2025

Eleanor Church Superpower Stories Update August 27th, 2024

Erika Braccini Superpower Story January 23rd, 2024

Pindy Bhullar Superpower Story January 9th, 2024

Lynne Lambourne Superpower Story December 18th, 2023

Natalie Small Superpower Story November 7th, 2023

Lucy Gilliam Superpower Story June 7th, 2023

Carol Devine Superpower Story June 1st, 2023

Soraya Abdel-Hadi Superpower Story May 24th, 2023

Claire McCluskey Superpower Story May 17th, 2023

Stella Marina Stabbins Superpower Story February 22nd, 2023

Natascha Fürst Superpower Story February 15th, 2023

Geraldine Le Roux Superpower Story February 8th, 2023

Nikkey Dawn Superpower Story January 25th, 2023

Sofía Nogués Superpower Story January 18th, 2023

Claudia Haltern Superpower Story September 27th, 2022

Deborah Maw Superpower Story August 24th, 2022

Tharaka Sriram Superpower Story August 17th, 2022

Natalie Fox Superpower Story August 15th, 2022

Sasha Francis Superpower Story April 19th, 2022

Katie Redfern Superpower Story April 4th, 2022

Jen Wilks Superpower Story March 21st, 2022

Erica Cirino Superpower Story March 8th, 2022

Karey Billyard Superpower Story October 6th, 2021

Natasha Pergl Superpower Story September 29th, 2021

Kirana Agustina Superpower Story September 22nd, 2021

Juliet Carvalhal Superpower Story September 15th, 2021

Lindsey McCoy Superpower Story September 8th, 2021

La Daana Kanhai Superpower Story September 1st, 2021

Tavake Pakomio (Tavi) Superpower Story August 24th, 2021

AMBASSADOR STORIES | SIRI October 12th, 2020

AMBASSADOR STORIES | MEG TAPP September 30th, 2020

AMBASSADOR STORIES | MICHELLE April 3rd, 2020

AMBASSADOR STORIES | EMILY March 20th, 2020

AMBASSADOR STORIES | KRISTINE March 13th, 2020

AMBASSADOR STORIES | ROWAN March 6th, 2020

Blue Love January 21st, 2020

Science, art & fieldwork: eXXpedition ambassador on a communication mission July 31st, 2019

Introducing refills: Canadian ambassador Rachel tackling plastic in her community June 21st, 2019

eXXpedition Co-Founder Becomes Sky Ocean Rescue Ambassador June 20th, 2018

Meet eXXpedition scientist Oksana Lane September 5th, 2017

Alaska: Where the Wild Plastics Are May 20th, 2016

Meet Jen Pate March 16th, 2016

SpainNOW ArtCOP21exhibition by Maria Arceo November 24th, 2015

Larger than Us August 18th, 2015

Exploration to the Gyres August 13th, 2015

A Sea Change | ONCA July 22nd, 2015

eXXpedition Director and Sea Dragon Skipper Emily Penn at TedXEastEnd February 25th, 2015

There’s no silver bullet to solve plastic pollut

There’s no silver bullet to solve plastic pollution. This means our approach to studying the issue needs to be diverse.

A lot of our research to date has focused on understanding the extent, source and impact of microplastics in the ocean. We do this by conducting holistic assessments of marine and land-based plastic pollution.

Whether it be conducting circularity assessment (CAP) surveys on land or collecting sub-surface samples at sea, we have to look at each piece of the puzzle. We build up a complete picture of the problem in order to pinpoint where the solutions lie on land.

Again and again our holistic approach, and the results it yields, has highlighted the need for more interdisciplinary and integrated studies. Plastic pollution is a multifaceted issue, which can only be understood and tackled via a multifaceted approach to research and solutions.

📸: @larkrisepictures

#eXXpedition #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #adventure #changemakers

Microplastics aren’t just in our ocean - they’

Microplastics aren’t just in our ocean - they’re in our soil too.

A new study by the @‌jameshuttoninst has found that just four years of applying sewage sludge to farmland led to a staggering 1,450% increase in microplastics in the soil. And perhaps more worrying - these particles have remained for over two decades.

While sludge is commonly used as fertiliser, it's often laden with microplastics from household waste, synthetic clothing fibres, and personal care products. Once in the soil, these particles don’t simply stay put - they break down into even smaller nanoplastics, with the potential to enter food chains and disrupt soil health.

Yet at present, there are no regulations that limit the amount of microplastic in sewage sludge applied to land.

At eXXpedition, we often speak about the journey of plastic from land to sea - but this is a clear reminder that the story begins much earlier, and often invisibly. It’s time to rethink how we manage waste and protect both ocean and soil ecosystems from long-lasting plastic pollution.

Let’s connect the dots between land and sea.

#exxpedition #microplastics #plasticpollution #wastemanagement #solutions #seatosource #nanoplastics #newstudy #wavesofchange

We’re thrilled to celebrate the upcoming release

We’re thrilled to celebrate the upcoming release of The Nature of Fashion — a powerful new book by our incredible ambassador @carrysomers, co-founder of @fash_rev and one of the most inspiring voices in sustainable fashion!

In this beautifully written journey through landscapes, fibres and time, Carry takes us on a journey through the origins of what we wear — exploring how plants have shaped fashion for millennia, and how they might hold the key to a more regenerative, nature-connected future.

Books like this are vital. They remind us that fashion isn’t just about trends — it’s about ecosystems, histories, cultures, and choices. As we work to rethink the systems polluting our oceans, it’s voices like Carry’s that show how reconnecting with nature can drive real, systemic change across industries.

Since joining us on board from the Galápagos to Easter Island, Carry has continued to make waves across industries, championing transparency, regeneration and justice from soil to stitch. This book is not just a call to reconnect with nature — it’s a roadmap for reshaping fashion’s future.

A huge congratulations, Carry — we can’t wait to see how this book inspires the next wave of changemakers. 📖

Available wherever you get your books from the 16th September in the UK and 11th November in the US!

#thenatureoffashion #carrysomers #barnesandnoble #BNPreorder #fashionrevolution #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #regenerativefashion #ecofashion #eXXpedition #ambassador #wavesofimpact #womeninsustainability #changemakers #consciousconsumer

We love this reminder from our ambassador, Claudia

We love this reminder from our ambassador, Claudia Haltern!

In the face of the plastic pollution crisis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or question whether your actions matter. But change doesn't always come from grand gestures - it starts with small, consistent steps.

A shift in mindset, a single decision, a simple habit - these are the sparks that drive collective impact. Never underestimate the power of your choices.

Even the smallest action can ripple into something much bigger.

#exxpedition #ambassador #impact #inspiringwomen #wavesofchange #microplastics #plasticpollution #solutionsfocused

Eyewitness experience is one of the most powerful

Eyewitness experience is one of the most powerful tools for change.

Those who live or work near the ocean often feel the impact of plastic pollution most acutely - it’s personal, immediate, and impossible to ignore.

At eXXpedition, we bring people to the heart of the issue - our coastlines, remote communities, and even the middle of the ocean - places many would never otherwise see.

Once you’ve witnessed the scale and reality of plastic pollution firsthand, you can’t unsee it. That experience gives our crew the confidence, urgency, and credibility to return home as passionate storytellers and changemakers.

📸: @nomadmnemonics

#impact #personalexperience #communities #storytellers #eXXpedition #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #citizenscience #microplastic

Tackling ocean plastic pollution requires bold, mu

Tackling ocean plastic pollution requires bold, multidisciplinary, and multinational action - driven by an empowered global community.

That’s why we bring together diverse crews on our transformative voyages, offering firsthand experience at sea or immersive learning on land and online. These experiences deepen scientific understanding and equip each person to apply their unique skills - their “superpower” - to be part of the solution.

The result? Targeted, meaningful action on land - locally and globally - to stop plastic pollution at its source, before it ever reaches the ocean.

📸: @larkrisepictures

#community #communityaction #diversity #solutions #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #exxpedition #solutionfocused #citizenscience

A step forward in tackling microplastic pollution!

A step forward in tackling microplastic pollution!

We’re excited to see @cleanerseasgroup has opened the world’s first dedicated microplastic recycling facility in Bude - specifically designed to recycle microplastics collected from beaches and waterways.

While we need to keep implementing solutions that reduce the production of plastic in the first place, we still need solutions to deal with the pollution that’s already out there.

Every time we set sail on an eXXpedition voyage, we collect microplastic samples from some of the most remote parts of the planet. These tiny fragments - often invisible to the naked eye - can persist in marine ecosystems for decades. Until now, there’s been no effective way to recycle them. This facility offers one possible way forward.

The new centre can process up to 86 tonnes of microfibres every year, collected from washing machine filters that stop plastic fibres from ever reaching our rivers and seas. These fibres are then recycled into new materials — such as packaging, construction components, and even parts for batteries — through a closed-loop, low-impact process.

It’s not the whole solution, but it’s an example of how targeted innovation can play a part in the wider fight against plastic pollution and build real circular solutions for our ocean.

Congratulations to the Cleaner Seas Group for turning an idea into action!

📸: @sophiedingwall

#microplastics #plasticpollution #eXXpedition #oceanconservation #cleanseas #cornwall #innovationfortheplanet #wavesofchange #soltuions #circulareconomy

There’s no silver bullet for solving plastic pol

There’s no silver bullet for solving plastic pollution.

This crisis stems from countless sources - so our solutions must be just as diverse. That’s why at eXXpedition, we bring together crew from all walks of life, across careers, cultures, and continents.

You don’t have to dedicate your entire life to the cause or be an environmentalist by profession. Real impact happens when people use their unique skills to create change:
🛠️ An engineer designing better waste systems.
🔬 A chemist developing sustainable materials.
📚 A teacher inspiring the next generation.
🏢 A policymaker shaping legislation.
🎨 An artist bringing the issue to life through story.

No matter where we live, we’re all connected by one shared ocean - and we each have a role to play. Let’s find ours, and work together.

📸: @larkrisepictures

#diversity #hollisticapproach #inclusivity #eXXpedition #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #citizenscience

One of the most common questions we hear is: Is it

One of the most common questions we hear is: Is it too late? Is there still hope for our oceans?

At eXXpedition, we remain deeply optimistic. Science shows that the ocean is incredibly resilient and has the capacity to recover, as long as we act with urgency to remove the pressures of pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction. But this recovery won’t happen overnight, nor without bold, coordinated efforts.

We need a diverse range of solutions, from local initiatives to global policies, and cross-border collaboration to protect our shared marine environments. We must also stay flexible and ready to adapt as new challenges arise.

Change starts now, and every action counts.

If billions of microactions have caused the problem, it’s microactions that can solve it.

📸: @sophiebolesworth

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We love this quote from one of our ambassadors @nk

We love this quote from one of our ambassadors @nkpergl with her positive outlook on how we can make a difference!

“Whether you’re a storyteller, scientist or a school teacher, every single one of us possesses unique abilities, our own superpowers, that can be harnessed for the greater good. The key is figuring out how to use them in the fight for reducing our impact on the planet!”

What’s your superpower?
Let us know in the comments below 👇

#exxpedition #changemakers #superpower #superpowers #positivechange #solutions #solutionsfocused #plasticpollution #microplastics

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