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Epson Partners with The 5 Gyres Institute to Battle Plastic Pollution

05 June 2023: Epson, a global technology leader has announced a partnership with The 5 Gyres Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering action against the global crisis of plastic pollution through science, education and advocacy. Through the partnership, Epson will focus on raising awareness of plastic pollution and identify solutions for customers to reduce plastics in their work and home.

“There is no change without dedicated corporations that will make it part of their mission to reduce plastic usage in their supply chain and support scientific innovation” said Sara Mais, Development Director, 5 Gyres. “Epson is a strong partner because of our shared commitment to bettering this world, and together we will be able to motivate others to truly affect positive environmental and social change.”

5 Gyres is a leader in the global movement against plastic pollution with nearly 15 years of expertise in scientific research and engagement on plastic pollution issues. The team leads research to drive upstream solutions, vet innovation and support good policy measures that address the many sources of plastic pollution.

“At Epson, we are dedicated to being part of the solution when it comes to taking care of our world,” said Kendra Jones, Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer, Epson America, Inc. “This partnership will help us learn from the experts and inspire Epson and our customers to further reduce our plastic footprint.”

Through this partnership, Epson will support 5 Gyres leading solutions-focused research in 2023 by investigating the environmental fate and toxicity of bioplastics, determining the release of nano- and microplastics from everyday items and assessing novel materials in waste management streams, including compost.

www.5gyres.org

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