Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention

Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention🗓 Tuesday, October 7🕔 5:00–7:00 PM📍 Long Beach Sea Base

Join us for an evening of eye-opening science and hands-on action with Dr. Win Cowger, Research Director at the Moore Institute for Plastic Pollution Research.

Dr. Cowger will break down where plastic pollution comes from, how it moves through the environment, and how it impacts people and planet. He’ll also dive into the latest findings from their microplastics lab (one of only two in the world accredited to test for microplastics in drinking water!) and learn how their work is pioneering the future of microplastic monitoring that could help inform future policy.

In the second hour, we’ll head outside to try Algalita’s newly developed Alamitos Bay Water Quality Testing Kits. You’ll get to practice citizen science techniques and learn how to monitor water health using simple tools designed for community use.

Free to attend. Light refreshments provided.Space is limited, so RSVP soon!

Whether you're an educator, student, community advocate, or just curious about the plastic problem, this event will leave you informed, empowered, and ready to take action.

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BYO Month in Long Beach 2025 is a month-long celebration of Long Beach businesses dedicated to reducing single-use plastics. Use your reusable containers (cups, bags, containers) at participating locations and join in on BYO Month events to collect stamps and submit your stamp card to be entered to win fun prizes. More details will be announced at the screening and find more info on the City's webpage. We cannot wait to kick single-use plastics to the curb and reduce waste in Long Beach with you!

BYO Month in Long Beach Schedule of Events:

• Tue, Sept 30: Story of Plastic Screening Kickoff Event
• Tue, Oct 7: Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention
• Fri, Oct 10: Restoration Fridays @ Willow Springs Park
• Sat, Oct 11: Fixit Clinic @ Sports Basement
• Sat, Oct 18: Beach Cleanup @ Junipero Beach
• Sat, Oct 18: Rain Barrell Workshop @ BYO Long Beach
• Sun, Oct 19: BYO Month Reusable Bag Sewing Circle

Host or Publisher Algalita Marine Research and Education