Reduction in use welcome but more legislation required to solve waste problem
A leading marine scientist has welcomed news that government legislation on charges for plastic bags has led to a substantial reduction in their use.
A leading marine scientist has welcomed news that government legislation on charges for plastic bags has led to a substantial reduction in their use.
Environment
Dec 9, 2015
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In a new study, researchers from the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) show for the first time that marine litter can even be found at the sea surface of Arctic waters. Though ...
Environment
Oct 22, 2015
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New research shows that plastic litter can smother marine life, dramatically reducing the numbers of organisms – and compromising the ecosystem services they provide – in coastal marshes.
Environment
Apr 22, 2015
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