Evan Morton, Programs & Sustainability Coordinator, SPE Foundation, presents "PlastiVan's Commitment to a Sustainable Future" at the 2021 RACE-Americas Conference.

At PlastiVan® we understand the public concerns about plastics. Our dedicated team educates students around the world about the plastics industry and polymer science innovations, empowering youth to become part of the solution. Our program has three main goals: to change the perception of plastics one classroom at a time by demonstrating the benefits of plastics in everyday life; to excite students about careers in the plastics industry; and to encourage students to understand how to recycle and the material sustainability issues we all face. We have a dedicated sustainability curriculum and are piloting SPE after-school clubs this fall to further engage students in learning and discussion. Current projects include working with SoundWaters and several other partners on a demonstration upcycling project to keep marine debris out of Long Island Sound and educating students in Senegal Africa about plastics and marine health.

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