eXXpedition leads ocean-focused research voyages that allow participants to witness plastic pollution firsthand, contribute to groundbreaking science, and return home as storytellers and advocates for change. With support from Kensington, the organization is entering an ambitious new phase—expanding its scientific reach and growing its global community of changemakers.

The spark began in 2014, when founder Emily Penn discovered 29 banned toxic pollutants in her blood. This life-altering revelation connected the dots between plastic pollution, the health of our oceans, and our own human wellbeing. Determined to bring these hidden impacts to the surface, Emily launched eXXpedition (pronounced ex-expedition) as a mission-driven platform that elevates women as leaders in both scientific exploration and environmental storytelling. Her vision continues to guide each voyage, inspiring participants to investigate the issue from multiple perspectives and carry that knowledge back into their communities.