Plastic waste is a huge issue in the Maldives given its high use, and through plastic debris that washes up on our shores. This is severely impacting our marine biodiversity through ingestion of plastic and entanglement of wildlife. Plastic breaks down into smaller particles called microplastics, which can harm human health through inhalation, ingestion and dermal contact. These projects focus on reducing the use of plastics through social behavior change, use of alternatives and encouraging a circular economy for a plastic-free Maldives.