Turn the tide on plastic Plastic pollution is killing the marine ecosystem. Scientists forecast that the weight of plastics in the oceans will exceed that of all the fish by 2050. Plastic microfibres from clothing have been found at the bottom of the very deepest marine trenches and in the bodies of 90% of the creatures that live there. Micro particles of solid plastic are present throughout the marine food chain, slowly killing the fish that ingest them and rendering large percentages infertile. The wellbeing of our entire planetary eco-structure is dependent upon the health of the oceans. It is a matter of enlightened self-interest for each of us to turn the tide on plastic in any way we can. Here are 10 things we can do when going to sea:
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And 10 things we can practice at all times
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Links
www.skyoceanrescue.com http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42703561 |
United Nations - Plastic - both a wonderful invention and a scourge on our planet. Over 300 million tons will be produced this year. |
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