Tag: ocean pollution
These 4 items are the biggest pollution offenders in the ocean
There is strength in numbers, so educating community members about plastic waste reduction techniques can effectively increase marine conservation.
44% of ocean plastics are linked to takeout food
Researchers are turning their attention to takeout containers and convenience food as the worst offender in plastics polluting the ocean.
Life below water—the UN calls for action on ocean protection
Ahead of World Oceans Day 2021 and the second UN Ocean Conference next year, UN officials stressed the need for ‘clear, transformative and actionable’ solutions to the ocean crisis.
New research shows just how many fish are eating plastic
A new study reveals that certain kinds of fish are more likely to have ingested plastic—including hundreds of species people depend on for food.
Seafood study finds plastic in 100% of samples
"From the edible marine species tested, sardines had the highest plastic content, which was a surprising result."
Our Vanishing World: Oceans
Every person on Earth depends directly on the ocean. Yet human activity is destroying it. You can make choices that make a difference. Or leave it to others.
Cruise ship companies exploit environmental loopholes leading to massive ocean and...
"Far too few parameters are covered by the existing criteria," allowing for the shipping industry to exploit loopholes.
Study confirms whale mortalities overwhelmingly caused by human activity
"Of all the causes identified, it is critical to emphasize that no adult or juvenile North Atlantic right whale deaths were a result of natural causes. Not one."
What’s the value of a clean beach? Here’s how economists do...
Contrary to some environmentalists’ fears, putting a price on natural resources has encouraged decision-makers to recognize that natural capital is finite.
Great Pacific Garbage Patch rapidly growing larger than twice the size...
We must deal with the problem of plastic pollution – before it's too late.