Cora Ball
In 2014, we came across a popular science article about microfiber pollution and the problem screamed at us as the next biggest issue of marine debris. Together with James Lyne and Rozalia Project First Mate, Brooke Winslow, our team of three began working on a solution.
The Inventor Team
The three of us have very different skill sets and this worked to their advantage in the R&D process. As I like to say: "James made it up, Brooke made it real, and I made it work."
Through many iterations of out-of-the-box chicken scratch drawings from James, meticulous hours of CAD and 3D printing from Brooke and I did some roadblock-breaking troubleshooting, the Cora Ball was launched to enthusiastic success in 2017.
Preventing 31% of microfiber pollution
The Cora Ball has been tested in two peer-reviewed research studies. The first at University of Toronto and the second at the Plymouth University in the UK. Both studies found that the Cora Ball reduced the amount of microfiber coming out of the washing machine (26% and 31% average respectively) before they observed any fiber accumulation within the Cora Ball.
Throught these results, it was established that the Cora Ball is preventing microfiber pollution, washing our clothes more gently and possibly helping them last longer. This is great news for the ocean and our clothes!
100,000 Cora Balls Protecting the Ocean
We are continuously heartened by ocean and nature lovers everywhere who learn about microfiber pollution and take action, be it behavior changes or using a Cora Ball.
In February 2024, we achieved the milestone of 100,000 Cora Balls in washing machines protecting the ocean around the world! A massive 'thank you' and virtual hug to everyone who joined us and continue to make positive progress!