Tag: ocean pollution

There is strength in numbers, so educating community members about plastic waste reduction techniques can effectively increase marine conservation.

Researchers are turning their attention to takeout containers and convenience food as the worst offender in plastics polluting the ocean.

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.

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.

"From the edible marine species tested, sardines had the highest plastic content, which was a surprising result."

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.

"Far too few parameters are covered by the existing criteria," allowing for the shipping industry to exploit loopholes.

"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."

Contrary to some environmentalists’ fears, putting a price on natural resources has encouraged decision-makers to recognize that natural capital is finite.

We must deal with the problem of plastic pollution – before it's too late.