| merijntinga.nl | Merijn Tinga | Merijn Tinga inspires with lectures on plastic pollution, sustainability, and behavioral change, leveraging his expertise as a biologist, surfer, and activist. He has developed innovative campaigns, legislative changes, and expeditions to encourage businesses, policymakers, and the public to take action against plastic pollution. The website offers practical strategies and inspiring stories about the combination of science, activism, and creativity to achieve sustainable change. | Management → Organizational Development 409 | expedition 227 action 384 change management 531 innovation 4659 sustainability 18451 | |
| d4net.nl | D4net | The website addresses the issue of increasing carbon dioxide emissions and the efforts of governments worldwide, including the implementation of carbon taxes, as exemplified by Canada. D4net describes organizations that are committed to solving energy-related problems and preventing the energy crisis. The website highlights the state of the environment in the Netherlands as one of the cleanest countries in the world and the role of the Dutch government in ensuring a safe and healthy environment, using strict rules and regulations. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | plastic 1232 environment 4873 energy 9075 | |
| strandrover.nl | StrandRover | StrandRover develops and utilizes a robot (StrandRover) to combat plastic pollution on Dutch beaches, particularly in the Wadden Islands and the North Sea. The robot can operate independently and return to a homebase, contributing to the removal of microplastics, litter, and other forms of pollution. The StrandRover team, composed of students from the University of Applied Sciences Groningen, is working on the robot's development as part of their pre-graduation project. | Technology → Robotics & Automation 860 | robot 423 plastic 1232 | Huizen → Bovenmaten 136 |
| secuonline.nl | Stichting Educatie Centrum Utrecht | The foundation organizes regular boat trips, including a review of the meeting "The Hizmet Movement: Then & Now". SECU offers workshops, such as a cooking workshop on baklava and börek and a SWOT workshop with volunteers. The foundation is active in providing support and guidance to parents and students, with the goal of fostering a harmonious society and improving the socio-economic position of vulnerable groups. | Social Organization → Refugee Support 49 | boat trip 184 integration 1451 workshop 19325 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| jutterskatwijk.nl | Jutters Katwijk | The Jutters Katwijk initiative, launched on September 15, 2017, works to reduce plastic pollution by collecting waste from the beach. The initiative follows the ideas of Noortje Schrauwen and aims to raise awareness of the scale of the problem and to make beaches cleaner. The website includes links to other initiatives that are working to clean up litter and references to relevant organizations and websites. | Water Sports → Beach Activities 150 | plastic 1232 initiative 1297 beach 3210 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| experiencecenterdoetinchem.nl | Airco Doetinchem | The center serves as a starting point for individuals pursuing a greener future and wishing to make their homes more sustainable. Advisors provide personalized advice and customized solutions for home sustainability. The website and center showcase the latest sustainable technologies and emphasize the importance of environmental awareness and creating a green future. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | sustainable living 23 impact 926 technology 6816 home 7976 | Gelderland → Doetinchem 2706 |
| operatiejonas.nl | Operatie Jonas | The initiative was established to accelerate the transition to less plastic pollution in the municipality of Katwijk, considering the substantial amount of plastic that ends up in the oceans each year – approximately 5 million tons. Operatie Jonas organizes activities and offers opportunities for residents and businesses to get involved in combating plastic soup. On June 8th, World Oceans Day is celebrated to remember the crucial role of the oceans in daily life and the need for protection. | Government & Administration → Municipal Services 834 | ocean 43 plastic 1232 awareness 1735 municipality 6837 news 15293 | South-Holland → Katwijk 2183 |
| blijr.nl | blijr | blijr is committed to empowering individuals in Amsterdam through educational programs and social initiatives. Since 2015, blijr has helped more than 2,000 people through training and resources, enabling them to improve their lives. The organization offers various programs, including training, workshops, and resources, aimed at strengthening communities and creating direct impact. | Social Impact → Entrepreneurship 6433 | impact 926 initiative 1297 community 7931 education 13471 training 28133 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| strandkorrel.nl | Strandkorrel | The website regularly publishes updates on finding nurdles along the Oosterschelde, with a focus on October as 'Nurdle Month'. Strandkorrel organizes regular cleanup campaigns, such as in September 2025 with a bicycle tour around the entire Oosterschelde. The website reports on activities such as the ‘Elastieken Jacht’ (Elastic Hunt) along the south coast of Schouwen-Duiveland, a search for plastic waste, and the organization of boat trips by NME Schouwen-Duiveland for elementary school children. | Water Travel → Boat Tours 640 | boat trip 184 coast 199 | Schouwen-Duiveland → Kerkwerve 71 |
| stiksoep.nl | Stichting Stiksoep | Plastic pollution poses a serious threat to the oceans and human health, with the majority of contamination originating from land. The foundation believes that direct engagement of people, from young to old, leads to greater willingness to act against plastic pollution. By utilizing art, education, and harnessing the power of art, Stiksoep strives to prevent plastic waste from entering nature and reduce the amount of stored plastic in the oceans. | Environmental Studies → Environmental Education 129 | ocean 43 plastic 1232 waste 1312 art 3856 education 13471 | |
| noplasticrunner.nl | No Plastic Runner | The website provides information about the founder, Erik Wierstra, and the inspiration behind the organization. It details the organization of cleanup activities, including the amount of litter and plastic collected in IJsselstein and globally. The website offers an overview of current news items and upcoming cleanup events, and provides information about the target groups involved. | Volunteering → Community Organization 70 | volunteer 8367 | Utrecht → IJsselstein 1107 |
| gelukszaadjes.nl | Gelukszaadjes | The website offers practical tips and alternatives for sustainable cleaning supplies, focusing on avoiding plastic and harmful substances. It encourages growing your own vegetables to ensure healthy and pesticide-free food. Gelukszaadjes.nl also addresses issues such as plastic pollution in oceans, the impact of travel (such as the example of Bali), and responsible banking with an eye toward the environment and society. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | alternative 108 impact 926 plastic 1232 garden 13129 sustainability 18451 | |
| stichtingnieuwholland.nl | Stichting Nieuw-Holland | The foundation has offered a platform for private and societal organizations for over 25 years to work together towards safe, innovative, and sustainable coastal development. Key projects include the planning for a coastal location based on ‘Building with Nature’ and the contribution to the creation of the Sand Engine. In 2008, coastal workshops resulted in a publication with ideas that remain relevant for coastal development. | Social Issues → Humanitarian Aid 621 | coast 199 initiative 1297 innovation 4659 sustainability 18451 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| ozo-mooi.nl | OZO-MOOI | The founder, Suzanne, started the shop in 2021 after witnessing plastic waste on the beach, and hopes to reduce plastic use by selling sustainable products. The shop offers a selection of products such as toys, bags, and kitchen items, which are plastic-free and delivered in plastic-free packaging. The website provides a clear return policy with a 14-day cancellation period and mentions the costs for returning the package. | | suzanne 11 ocean 43 plastic 1232 | |
| instituutvoorplastic.nl | Institute for Plastic | The Institute conducts spatial practical research and organizes workshops on the separation and sorting of plastic waste, specifically focusing on lids and caps. The Institute thanks CoehoornCentraal and Coehoorn&CO for support in research and workshop organization. A recent workshop in CoehoornCentraal in Arnhem, with the theme of plastic lids and caps, attracted the attention of various entrepreneurs who helped support the research. | Waste Management → Recycling 1027 | lid 25 cap 136 plastic 1232 research 8967 workshop 19325 | Arnhem → Stationsplein 38 |