The Ocean Plastics Leadership Summit oceanplasticsleadershipsummit.com is not just a meeting; it's a movement. Its purpose is to rally the global community around the urgent task of mitigating the devastating impact of plastic waste in our oceans. Every year, an estimated 8 million metric tons of plastic debris end up in our oceans, posing a significant threat to marine biodiversity and ecosystems. OPLS serves as a critical junction for influencers from various sectors - corporations, non-profits, academia - to come together, exchange ideas, and strategize for a future with cleaner oceans. What sets the OPLS apart is its distinctive methodology. The summit does not take place within the standard conference center environment. Instead, it situates its participants directly within the context of the issue at hand. Attendees gather aboard research vessels amidst the swirling currents of the North Atlantic Gyre and the Sargasso Sea, locations where they can witness the horrifying scale of oceanic plastic pollution first-hand. This immersive experience underlines the urgent reality of the crisis and serves as a powerful motivator for action.