Prof Jonathan Sharples
Director & Head of Oceanography
I have been researching the ocean for the past 30 years, studying how ocean physics (tides, weather, ocean currents) affects the growth and distribution...
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I’ve spent over 3 decades in the Fit-out industry and have seen a number of seismic changes in my working environment and of course, in society. But one event took place in 2018 which dwarves the rest and it’s one that I certainly wasn’t prepared for.
My trip to the Arctic was a memorable experience but nothing had prepared me for what was to come and how this event really did change my life.
During the expedition I came face to face with the downstream effects of plastic pollution and global warming. I saw life in its harshest form and learnt from the many scientists and experts through a series of lectures which would take place each evening following the day’s activity.
As a result of this experience, I have found it difficult to adapt to ‘normal life’. People say I’ve had an epiphany and that may well be true, but one thing is for sure, my life will never be the same again
My focus is now well and truly directed on the environment and ways in which I can make a difference in the industry where I’ve spent most of my working life.
I am doing this through a new organisation I helped to establish in partnership with the University of Liverpool called `Changing Streams CIC`. We are a ‘not for profit’ organisation focused on reducing the use and reliance of plastics within the construction sector. Our aims and objectives can be seen on our new website.
By reducing the amount of plastic being used we can and will make a positive impact in reducing waste going to landfill or worse still, into the ocean.
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