A new technique will be implemented by the scientists from the University of Michigan, who have developed an innovative way to use a NASA satellite to collect information and track ocean microplastics. Microplastics are formed when plastic waste breaks down from ocean waves and sunlight.
World Oceans Day 2021 is approaching and this year’s theme is “The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods.” The international event takes place annually on June 8, supports the implementation of worldwide Sustainable Development Goals, and promotes ideas for the protection of the ocean. The oceans are
Excessive plastic and chemical waste are the major threatening causes of decline in the population of aquatic life both flora and fauna species. This shocking revelation was made by a study that has been published by the International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEW), a global coalition
At a time when our planet is already struggling with different types of pollution, a new study revealed that microplastics have formed a plastic cycle, akin to global biochemical cycles, and are spiraling around the globe. Published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science
Plastic pollution has become a huge obstacle to the health of the planet and all of its inhabitants. From the depths of oceans and the peaks of the mountains, plastic waste burdens the earth. While the non-biodegradable material is useful owing to its durable and
Microplastics have emerged as a huge environmental problem, plaguing the soil, water, and air. With the recent discovery of microplastics near the Mount Everest Summit and the following pollution in the depths of the oceans, it has become crystal clear that man’s proud invention of
Microplastics have merged as a big threat to the health of the planet and its inhabitants. Measuring up to just a few millimeters in size, these plastic products are incredibly difficult to trace; however, scientists are trying to detect its presence and density in various
The amount of microplastic pollution has increased across the world in the past few years, especially the oceans. The presence of microplastics around the oceanic waters is global. The Maldives, which is a global tourist destination known for its beautiful coastline, has registered maximum levels