Ocean Generation
Also known as: Plastic Oceans, Plastic Oceans Foundation
THE CHARITY'S OBJECTS ("OBJECTS) ARE SPECIFICALLY RESTRICTED TO THE PROMOTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT FROMPLASTIC WASTE.
Activities & Mission
THE CHARITY'S OBJECTS ("OBJECTS) ARE SPECIFICALLY RESTRICTED TO THE PROMOTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT FROMPLASTIC WASTE.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £705,147 | £604,188 | £394,158 | £253,025 | £253,025 | 12 / 0 |
| 2024 | £492,510 | £577,583 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £443,071 | £577,552 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £722,253 | £426,987 | £357,635 | £371,620 | £291,120 | 7 / 3 |
| 2021 | £286,369 | £523,363 | 0 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ocean Generation
What does Ocean Generation do?
THE CHARITY'S OBJECTS ("OBJECTS) ARE SPECIFICALLY RESTRICTED TO THE PROMOTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT FROMPLASTIC WASTE.
How much income did Ocean Generation report in 2025?
Ocean Generation reported total income of £705k and reported expenditure of £604k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ocean Generation?
Ocean Generation has a program ratio of 55.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ocean Generation registered as a charity?
Ocean Generation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 January 2011 as charity number 1139843. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Ocean Generation?
Ocean Generation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Philip Peter Scales. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ocean Generation operate?
Ocean Generation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ocean Generation a registered charity?
Yes — Ocean Generation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139843.
Details
1 Bartholomew Close
LONDON
EC1A 7BL
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Also Known As
- Plastic Oceans
- Plastic Oceans Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated