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We are The 2 Minute Foundation, a national charity who envisions a litter-free world where nature thrives. We raise awareness and provide guidance to help communities understand plastic pollution’s impact and the need to protect our oceans and waterways.

what we do

Plastic and Climate Change

No. More. Rubbish. Excuses. was written by our Founder and CEO, Martin Dorey. It looks at ways we can reduce

Can your outfit help clean the beach?

The article highlights how the fashion industry’s reliance on synthetic materials contributes to microplastic pollution in oceans and offers practical

10 Years of 2 Minute!

That one idea, snowballed into a social media movement across the globe and celebrates over 200,000 hashtags of positive action

Taking 2 Minutes whilst Travelling with Bex_Adventures

We're taking you across the pond this week to Gili Trawangan, Indonesia. We discovered Bex (@bex_adventures) on Instagram after she

Have you got 2 minutes?

#2MINUTEBEACHCLEAN

Launched in 2013 as a simple hashtag, the #2MinuteBeachClean campaign inspires coastal communities to spend just 2 minutes picking up litter and keeping beaches beautiful. It’s a quick, impactful way for everyone to protect their local coastline.

#2MINUTELITTERPICK

The #2MinuteLitterPick campaign empowers everyone to care for their local spaces—whether it’s a street, park, or woodland. Since all litter eventually makes its way to the ocean, picking up trash on land is crucial for protecting our waterways and marine life.

#2MINUTESOFPOSITIVITY

The #2MinutesOfPositivity campaign is about taking 2 minutes to boost your well-being while supporting the planet. Whether it’s reading a few pages of your favorite book, meditating, or simply pausing to appreciate nature, these small moments make a big difference for you and the planet.

#2MINUTESOLUTION

The #2MinuteSolution campaign champions small changes that add up to make a big impact. It encourages our community to share sustainable swaps they’ve made to reduce waste, cut down on single-use plastics, and shrink their carbon footprint.

Our Vision

We believe every small action drives meaningful change, making climate engagement accessible for all. While we can’t stop mass plastic production, we use our influence to promote planet-positive behaviors, provide tools for change, and reduce single-use plastic reliance. Thriving oceans are vital to our planet’s health, so we aim to shift mindsets towards litter and plastic pollution for a sustainable future.

40%

of people in the UK feel some level of eco-anxiety.

50%

of plastic used in the UK is single-use packaging.

80%

of ocean plastic enters the sea from land.

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Take action for ocean health by joining our community, donating, or participating in upcoming events

taking

action For

ocean

health

what we do

Plastic and Climate Change

Can your outfit help clean the beach?

10 Years of 2 Minute!

Taking 2 Minutes whilst Travelling with Bex_Adventures

Have you got 2 minutes?

#2MINUTEBEACHCLEAN

#2MINUTELITTERPICK

#2MINUTESOFPOSITIVITY

#2MINUTESOLUTION

Our Vision

40%

50%

80%

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taking

action For

ocean

health

what we do

Plastic and Climate Change

Can your outfit help clean the beach?

10 Years of 2 Minute!

Taking 2 Minutes whilst Travelling with Bex_Adventures

Have you got 2 minutes?

#2MINUTEBEACHCLEAN

#2MINUTELITTERPICK

#2MINUTESOFPOSITIVITY

#2MINUTESOLUTION

Our Vision

40%

50%

80%

Cleaning up the planet with Partners like:

JOIN THE OCEAN HEALTH MOVEMENT

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Cleaning up the planet with
Partners like:

JOIN THE OCEAN
HEALTH MOVEMENT