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Stories From the Movement

Platform updates, community milestones, environmental science, and the stories behind the cleanups.

August 2026

San Diego Shines at the 2nd International Plastic Pellet Count

Volunteers in San Diego turned out in force for the 2nd International Plastic Pellet Count, collecting thousands of nurdles and microplastics from local beaches and shorelines. A huge congratulations to everyone who participated!

Platform Update

June 2026

NurdleTurtle App Beta Now Live

Our beta app is now available for early testers. Download it and help us shape the future of plastic cleanup tracking.

Education

February 2026

Nurdles: The Hidden Plastic Crisis

Most people have never heard of nurdles — but these tiny plastic pellets are one of the most pervasive forms of pollution on earth.

Story

October 2025

From a Railroad Crossing to a Movement

The origin story of NurdleTurtle — how one bike ride in California sparked an idea to harness the gig economy for environmental good.

Science

August 2025

What Are Nurdles and Why Do They Matter?

A deep dive into pre-production plastic pellets — what they are, where they come from, and why collecting them is so important.

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