
Dianna Cohen
Plastic Pollution Activist | Transforming Waste Into Art

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Dianna Cohen co-founded the Plastic Pollution Coalition, a global alliance working to end the plastic pollution crisis. As a pioneering artist, she transforms discarded plastic into thought-provoking sculptures that challenge our disposable mindset.
Cohen's TED talk on the global plastic epidemic has reached millions, inspiring audiences to rethink how they produce and consume single-use plastics. Her keynotes provide concrete solutions for businesses, communities, and individuals to reduce their plastic footprint and create a more sustainable future.
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Tough truths about plastic pollution
Artist Dianna Cohen shares some tough truths about plastic pollution in the ocean and in our lives -- and some thoughts on how to free ourselves from the plastic gyre.
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