HK: Hong Kong marine refuse study published

More than 95% of marine refuse in Hong Kong originates from local sources - and especially from shoreline and recreational activities - according to a recent Marine Refuse Study. The report indicates that the marine refuse collected, which accounts for less than 0.5% of municipal solid waste, is mainly a result of littering and poor awareness by members of the community.
More than 80% of marine refuse originates from land-based sources, with shoreline and recreational activities being the predominant activity type contributing to marine refuse. Additionally, more than 70% (excluding natural debris) comprises plastic and foam plastic items (Press Release Hong Kong Government, 17 April 2015).
Click here for the press release.
Click here for the report (4.11 MB).
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