Essays about: "marine debris"

Showing result 21 - 22 of 22 essays containing the words marine debris.

1. 21. Plastic Debris on Shores : An Evaluation of Collecting and Recycling Possibilities in Fiji

   University essay from KTH/Industriell ekologi

   Author : Jenny Norrman; Sara Soori; [2014]
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   Abstract : Today plastic debris is found in significant amounts in all the Earth’s oceans. The issue of marine plastic debris becomes most visible for people when it is drifted to shores and ends up on beaches and in harbours. READ MORE

3. 22. The Ecological Impacts of Marine Plastic Debris in the South Pacific Region

   University essay from KTH/Industriell ekologi

   Author : Isabella Chowra; [2013]
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   Abstract : The population in the Pacific Islands region is vastly dependant on their oceanic resources, for food, protection and economic income. Today the Pacific Ocean faces many threats that could risk the living hood of its population. This study aims to map the extent of plastic pollution in the South Pacific and possible measurements against it. READ MORE