Project Kaisei Sets Dates for 2010

Project Kaisei's first expedition to the North Pacific Gyre has successfully been completed, and the team has now turned their attention to shore-based scientific lab work, testing the numerous samples they have collected, as well as continuing their education programs and making plans for cleanup efforts next year. The next expedition will take place in May, as they plan to depart from San Francisco on three 30day voyages that will take them through the gyre to Hawaii, the north western gyre and back to San Francisco with a fleet of vessels including the SV KAISEI, 2 converted fishing vessels to assist with cleanup operations and a specially designed barge to transport large quantities of debris. They will continue the important scientific work, look at the actual degree and impact of all these materials on the ocean environment, sea and animal life and collaboratively work on sustainable methods of converting debris into fuel or other derivative goods/products.

Furthermore, Project Kaisei's team members were recently on hand in the Netherlands to receive the "2009 VAOP Climate Award" given to Project Kaisei in recognition of their contribution to a waste free environment. They were also just named a “Google Earth Hero” for their efforts related to Marine Debris.

If you want to take an active role in Project Kaisei and be part of the solution, you can contact the team at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and let them know how you would like to contribute. Project Kaisei is still dependent on funding from individuals, organizations and foundations. They appreciate your donations and help that you can offer in various forms.