What can I do to help clean up ocean trash? Businesses and individuals should avoid adding to the problem. For instance, stop littering and start using reusable water bottles instead of single-serve plastic bottles that can easily wind up in waterways. If you live near an ocean, volunteer to clean the shoreline to help remove debris on shores. If you don't live near an ocean, you can help clean up parks or local neighborhoods, as trash in those areas can eventually end up in marine environments. Donate to different organizations that support removing the trash, such as Ocean Conservancy and Oceana. Shop at companies that are working toward sustainability. They'll typically have this info listed on their website. thank you for caring.