Shuck Don’t Chuck
In partnership with The Nature Conservancy, we deliver Shuck Don’t Chuck: a shell recycling initiative that transforms seafood industry waste into reef regeneration. Shells are diverted from landfill, collected, cleaned and returned to the ocean, helping restore reefs in Port Phillip Bay.
507,158+
kgs shells recycled
14+
hectares of reef restored
50+
venues across Melbourne
and the Bellarine Peninsula
How does
it work?
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Curious about shell collection for your business? Let’s chat!
General inquiries: collect@ripple-projects.com
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“By participating, we are not just reducing waste, we are actively participating in restoring vital habitats for marine life. We're proud to be long-term supporters of this initiative.”
— Martin Webster, The Walrus, St Kilda“A trailblazing recycling program aimed at reducing waste and restoring marine habitats.”
— Bellarine Times“We’re not just reducing waste; we’re restoring our reefs and saving our planet.”
— South Melbourne MarketMeet some of our incredible partners.
“Shuck Don’t Chuck demonstrates consistent and reliable service. The friendly team makes participation easy, and we’re proud our shells help restore reefs while reducing waste.”
— Shaun Greaney, Stokehouse
The oyster
is your
world.
We are proud to be delivering this project in partnership with The Nature Conservancy.
TNC is a global environmental nonprofit, creating a world where people and nature can thrive. A thriving hub for scientists, citizens and leaders, grounded by decades of local on-the-ground experience, The Nature Conservancy is tackling the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Shuck Don’t Chuck is a shining example of collaboration, innovation, resource recovery and regeneration.