A pilot program designed to test the concept of “educate over legislate” to protect the Florida Keys’ coral reefs is being kicked off by a part-time Key Largo resident. Currently being beta tested...
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Taking Time for Gratitude: 7 Things We’re Grateful for This Year
Nov 15, 2018
This Thanksgiving—as always—we are grateful for all of the work being done around the world to generate positive environmental change. We would like to recognize some of the great folks in our...
Protecting Palau Reefs: The True Inspiration for Stream2Sea!
Nov 5, 2018
Stream2Sea may be located in Florida, but it was conceived in Palau. “We were on a live-aboard, diving a spectacular reef when I noticed a sunscreen oil slick coming off a group of snorkelers,”...
Five Favorite Fall Destinations (And How to Pack with Our Planet in Mind!)
Oct 19, 2018
As summer comes to an end, we are reminded that Autumn’s cooler days are ideal to EcoConsciously experience many natural destinations.
What Cruisers Need to Know About Traveling Green
Sep 7, 2018
We often talk about eco-awareness among divers, because the whole concept of Stream2Sea’s reef-safe products was developed by a diving fanatic. But there are plenty of other places and activities...
Lobster Season Release
Jul 26, 2018
We might be unaware of how our actions are affecting ocean ecosystems, not because we don’t care, but because we haven’t noticed.
#IngredientsMatter
Jun 4, 2018
New legislation will ban the sale and use of any sunscreen that contains the chemicals oxybenzone and octinoxate.
How to Translate Care into Action
May 29, 2018
We all have the power to make a difference, but don’t always know how to begin. There’s no better time than now!
Good News/Bad News on Oxybenzone
May 3, 2018
What a week in the reef-safe sunscreen industry! First, the good news – the Hawaiian legislature passed rules banning oxybenzone in sunscreens to protect their coral reefs yesterday. The governor is...
International Group Issues Report on Sunscreens and Coral Reefs
Mar 18, 2018
With coral reefs facing increasing challenges from global warming, overfishing and ocean acidification, eight countries formed the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) in 1995. As conditions...
The reef-safe sunscreen journey continues — Thanks to You!
Nov 30, 2017
When we started Stream2Sea, we knew we’d need support from the thousands of adventurers and EcoConscious people who care about our planet. It’s not easy to explain how important it is to use a...
What is a Chemical-Free Sunscreen?
May 3, 2017
Does your product contain ‘chemicals’? Chemical-free sunscreen - Everyone is asking about it right now. I’ve been formulating natural skin care products for nearly 20 years. Every...