GET CERTIFIED

More than

businesses have been certified ocean-friendly!
​Want to join them? Apply below!

For restaurant owners who want to become an ocean-friendly certified establishment, please fill out and submit this digital form to apply for certification.

Restaurant Application Form

For retail business owners who would like to join our ocean-friendly establishments, please fill out and submit this digital form to apply for certification.

Business Application Form

The star system

2-3 criteria met = 1 Star

4-5 criteria met = 2 Stars

6-7 criteria met = 3 Stars

8-9 criteria met = 4 Stars

10+ criteria met = 5 Stars

   An Ocean Friendly Establishment is a business that voluntarily makes environmentally-friendly business decisions, primarily reducing the use of single-use plastics. Certified Ocean Friendly Establishments have agreed to only serve straws upon request as a basic requirement for certification. Additional environmentally-conscious practices, outlined in the forms above, can earn the participating business additional stars. A business can earn up to five stars based on how many actions they’re taking.

​   This is a self-regulated initiative, and businesses are encouraged to ensure all employees are educated and adhering to the initiative. Educational sessions are available by request if you contact your local chapter or send us an email. OFE volunteers are available to provide information to help you become more environmentally-friendly and earn more stars.

   As an Ocean Friendly Establishment, participating businesses will receive a window decal and certificate that they can proudly share with the community to announce their commitment to being Ocean Friendly. Once certified, they will also be featured on Plastic Ocean Project’s website, as well as all relevant social media outlets. We’d love to team up with your local media if this is a new venture in your community.