Aguadilla, Puerto Rico (October 31, 2024) — Lift Foils shows their commitment to ocean conservation in a new partnership with Ocean CO, an environmental and social impact company that funds plastic collection. Ocean CO targets ocean-bound plastic pollution at the source in vulnerable coastal communities worldwide, which stops plastic before it reaches the ocean and provides economic opportunities to the community. Through this partnership, Lift Foils is expanding its mission beyond surfing innovation to make a real impact in water conservation.
Lift Foils has always felt a deep connection to water—not only as the foundation of surfing, but as an essential resource for all life on Earth. Recognizing the grave threat ocean plastic pollution poses to marine ecosystems and the planet’s health, Lift Foils is taking bold steps to safeguard the waters they cherish. This partnership underscores their responsibility to protect the environment and aligns with their belief that innovation should also drive meaningful change in the world.
“At Lift Foils, we believe that innovation goes hand in hand with responsibility,” said Nick Leason, CEO & Co-Founder of Lift Foils. “Our passion for the ocean runs deep, and we’re committed to preserving it for future generations. By partnering with Ocean CO, we’re not just shaping the future of surfing—we’re helping to shape a healthier planet.”
48.5 million lbs of plastic threatens to enter the oceans everyday. Since 2019, Ocean CO has collected 2,677,613,670 lbs of plastic. To achieve this, Ocean CO focuses on interception, community empowerment, and global impact. With economic incentives, coastal communities across the globe take action to stop plastic before it enters the ocean. To help with the mission, Lift Foils will donate a portion of profits for each product sold and has already supported the removal of 3,000 kgs of ocean-bound plastic through this budding partnership.
To learn more about how Lift Foils and Ocean CO are making an impact, visit https://weareocean.co/dashboard/oceanco.
About Lift Foils
Lift Foils is the creator of the original electric hydrofoil (eFoil), owner of many of the patents used in today’s eFoil components, and the preeminent leader in the eFoiling space. Founded in
2010 in Puerto Rico by engineer and avid surfer Nick Leason, the Lift eFoil allows riders of all levels to experience flight over almost any body of water at speeds over 30mph, with no waves or towing required. Lift Foils’ eFoils and surf foils can be found at more than 350 affiliates and retail partners in 80 countries across the globe. For more information or to find a retailer near you, go to www.liftfoils.com.
