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Ocean Conservation Society

Research partnership focused on marine conservation policy and environmental advocacy. Our collaboration supports OCS's initiatives through rigorous policy analysis, legislative research, and strategic recommendations for ocean protection campaigns.

February 2026

Containing the Drift: Legal and Outreach Strategies to Mitigate Mylar Balloon Risks

A comprehensive analysis of statewide regulations and advocacy campaigns targeting Mylar balloon pollution, examining case studies from California and Virginia to provide actionable recommendations for legislative change.

Research Team: Sam C. Weinstein (Head), Owen Zanni, Grant Moore, Navya Saluja, Devon Chang, Daniel Figueroa, Sofia Shah, Aiden Wasserman

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