Net Your Problem is an innovative organization dedicated to recycling end-of-life fishing gear, such as nets and lines, to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability in the fishing industry. Founded by Nicole Baker, a former fisheries observer, the organization collaborates with fishermen across the United States, including Alaska, Washington, Maine, and California, to collect and recycle discarded gear. The collected fishing gear is transformed into raw plastic pellets through mechanical recycling processes, which are then sold on the global plastics market for manufacturing various products like kayaks and phone cases. Net Your Problem plays a crucial role in the circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources and reducing the need for new raw materials. The organization also works with local communities to establish collection programs and seeks partnerships to share the costs of recycling, ensuring that fishermen are not solely responsible for funding these efforts.
