878 tons
Plastic microfibres enter oceans each year from US and Canadian household laundry
Severe harm
Microplastics disrupt marine life, causing starvation & system damage
Filtrol solution
Filtrol160 washing machine filter can capture & prevent 89% of fibers by weight
FILTROL Microplastic Pollution from Laundry
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for 5% off + a free filter bag
A Seaside Sustainability Recommended Action
FILTROL Microfiber Pollution from Laundry
Visit https://www.filtrol.net
use our code at checkout: SSFRIENDS+1
for 5% off and A free filter bag
A Seaside Sustainability Recommended Action
FILTROL helps stop microplastics before they reach our waterways
CAPTURE
Captures microfibers directly from household laundry before they enter wastewater systems.
PROTECT
Reduces microfiber pollution reaching rivers, bays, and oceans protecting marine life and ecosystems.
LEARN
Collected fibers support education, research, and awareness turning practical action into shared learning.
SCALE
Citizen science + community participation generates real-world data to drive scalable solutions and policy momentum.
Why Microfiber Pollution Matters
Because most microfibers are too small to be fully captured by treatment systems, preventing their release at the source is critical.
Every time we wash synthetic clothing, tiny plastic microfibers shed from fabrics like polyester, nylon, and fleece. Because these fibers are microscopic, many pass through wastewater treatment systems and flow into rivers, coastal waters, and the ocean which contributes to the global microplastic pollution crisis.
Once in the environment, microfibers can persist for decades. They are ingested by marine organisms, move through food webs, and accumulate in marine ecosystems, posing long-term risks to ocean health.
Why Laundry Microplastics Matter
Laundry is a major—yet largely invisible—source of microplastic pollution. With every wash, synthetic fabrics release plastic microfibers that:
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Often bypass wastewater treatment systems
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Accumulate in marine ecosystems and food webs
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Persist in the environment for decades
Take Action for Cleaner Oceans
Reducing microplastic pollution doesn’t require changing how you do laundry - just improving what happens to the wastewater. Installing a microfiber filter is a simple, research-backed step individuals can take to protect marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
By stopping pollution at the source, FILTROL turns everyday laundry into an opportunity for measurable environmental protection.
Why Laundry Microplastics Matter
Laundry is a major, yet largely invisible, source of microplastic pollution. With every wash, synthetic fabrics release plastic microfibers that:
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Often bypass wastewater treatment systems
-
Accumulate in marine ecosystems and food webs
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Persist in the environment for decades
Infographic used with permission from Ocean Wise | 2026 | Ocean Wise
Why Laundry Microplastics Matter
Laundry is a major, yet largely invisible, source of microplastic pollution. With every wash, synthetic fabrics release plastic microfibers that:
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Often bypass wastewater treatment systems
-
Accumulate in marine ecosystems and food webs
-
Persist in the environment for decades
Take Action for Cleaner Oceans
Reducing microplastic pollution doesn’t require changing how you do laundry - just improving what happens to the wastewater. Installing a microfiber filter is a simple and research-backed step individuals can take to protect marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
By stopping pollution at the source, FILTROL turns everyday laundry into an opportunity for measurable environmental protection.
A Practical Solution: FILTROL
FILTROL is a reusable external washing machine filter designed to capture plastic microfibers before they leave your home. Installed on your washing machine’s discharge hose, FILTROL:
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Captures microfibers at the source
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Requires no electricity or disposable cartridges
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Supports cleaner waterways with every load of laundry
This solution aligns with Seaside Sustainability’s research, education, and advocacy efforts by addressing microplastic pollution where it starts.
Community Impact
POLLUTION PREVENTED
Microfibers intercepted before reaching local waters, reducing pollution at the source
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Households and students engaged in hands-on environmental action, connecting daily choices to ocean health
CITIZEN SCIENCE DATA
Real-world data generated through citizen science, supporting education, research, and informed decision-making
GROWING MOMENTUM
Increased awareness and momentum for microfiber-reduction solutions at the community level
Pilot & Expansion
FILTROL is launching in Gloucester, Cape Ann, and the North Shore, with a scalable model designed for statewide and national expansion. By starting locally and building from real-world participation, FILTROL aims to grow responsibly while maximizing environmental impact.
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JOIN THE PILOT
Become a pilot household and help test FILTROL in real homes while protecting local waters.
SPONSER A FILTER
Support a filter installation and help expand access to microfiber prevention in your community.
BRING FILTROL LOCAL
Introduce FILTROL to your school, campus, or community group and spark local environmental action.
SUPPORT RESEARCH & EDUCATION
Help advance education, data collection, and policy efforts that reduce microfiber pollution at scale.