Plastic Pollution Services
Plastic Pollution
Plastic pollution presents a significant environmental challenge given the widespread use of plastics. Releases to the environment occur at every point of the plastics lifecycle and the persistence, mobility and potential environmental impact of plastics requires careful assessment and specialist recovery techniques. The release and impacts of microplastics is of growing concern particularly when plastic pellets (also known as ‘nurdles’), fragments and other materials are released into rivers, coastal waters and onto land.
Oracle Environmental provides technical expertise and practical solutions to help organisations prevent, prepare for, and respond to plastic pollution incidents. Combining our experience in pollution response and remediation with ongoing research and industry collaboration, we support clients in managing plastic pollution risks and reducing environmental impacts.
We work with organisations across the plastics supply chain, including manufacturers, transport operators, ports and waste management companies, as well as local authorities and others responsible for managing pollution incidents.
Contact our team if you need help with:
Incident response: Coordinating and responding to a plastic pollution incident
Risk assessment: Identifying and assessing plastic pollution risks at your site
Contingency planning: Developing or reviewing plans to improve your preparedness
Technical advice: Understanding your options for pollution prevention, clean-up and environmental monitoring
Link to our article celebrating the news of recognition to be the first company under the International Spill Accreditation Scheme (ISAS) Category 9: Shoreline Plastics Response: Proud to be the UK’s first accredited team for shoreline plastics response — Oracle
Our plastic pollution services
We provide a range of specialist services, either directly or through our industry partners, including:
Emergency response, and remediation
Response and mitigation following microplastic pollution incidents
Shoreline, riverine, inland water and terrestrial plastic recovery
Source control, containment and measures to minimise further impact
Development and implementation of site-specific clean-up strategies
Pollution, Prevention and Preparedness
Plastic loss prevention audits and environmental risk assessments
Development and review of plastic pollution contingency and emergency response plans
Identification of potential pollution sources, pathways and environmental receptors
Technical advice, training and preparedness exercises
Monitoring
Shoreline Surveys
Sediment and water sampling for microplastic analysis through specialist laboratories
Environmental monitoring and ongoing recovery strategies
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Specialist Response Equipment Capabilities
Oracle Environmental's trained response teams use a range of recovery techniques, including specialist vacuum recovery and particle separation equipment, to support the effective collection and separation of plastics from the environment.
Our approach considers the type and distribution of plastics, site environment and environmental sensitivities to determine appropriate recovery methods. From initial containment and bulk recovery, through to detailed clean-up and longer-term monitoring, we implement practical solutions that minimise further environmental disturbance.
Research, Innovation and Collaboration
We have been researching and collaborating on reducing the impact of plastic pollution, specifically micro-plastics including plastic nurdles, response for over 6 years.
Our plastic pollution capabilities have developed through research, practical response experience and collaboration with industry specialists. This includes contributing to Fidra's research into the global plastic pellet supply chain, developing recovery techniques and supporting responses to plastic pollution incidents locally and nationally. See link to the report and resource pack: Oracle Environmental Experts - Mapping the global plastic pellet supply chain - Nurdle Hunt Hub
As Chair of the UK Spill Association's Plastic Pollution Working Group (PPWG), Oracle Environmental plays an active role in bringing industry expertise together to improve preparedness, response practices and guidance. The following video is sharing an update from the the PPWG and the activities that OEE have been involved with.
Speaking engagements:
We also share our knowledge through technical conferences, industry events and community engagement, helping to advance practical approaches to plastic pollution management. See our recent engagement in raising awareness on the Isle of Wight with Planet Aware.
Video of “Mapping The Global Plastic Pellet Supply Chain Webinar” 2023
Oracle Environment Experts share their plastic pollution clean up knowledge in an online video. 2026
Delivering a talk on the Isle of Wight with Planet Aware. 2026
Experience you can rely on
Oracle Environmental has supported responses to significant plastic pollution incidents, including plastic pellet releases affecting sensitive coastal environments. Our experience in shoreline assessment, recovery operations and environmental monitoring continues to inform our response capabilities and technical advice.
As an ISAS-accredited plastic pollution response provider, we bring independently assessed capabilities alongside our wider expertise in environmental incident management. This new category 9, recognises capability in assessing, managing and responding to plastic pollution incidents across shoreline and inland environments, an area of growing importance to spill responders and coastal authorities.
Key Contacts
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Dr. Jon Burton
Managing Director
E: jburton@oracle-environmental.com
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Joshua Doran
Senior Environmental Consultant
E: jdoran@oracle-environmental.com
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Kate Vagliani
Business Development & Training
E: kfraser-smith@oracle-environmental.com