Capturing litter upstream before it becomes ocean pollution

The International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) has published a report highlighting the seriousness of marine litter and identifying potential areas of intervention. The report estimates that in low income countries, for every metric tonne of uncollected waste near waterways, almost 18 kg of plastic enters the ocean — equivalent to more than 1,500 plastic bottles.
Four priority areas for immediate action are identified: prevent uncontrolled dumping; stop littering and fly-tipping; close dumpsites and work with the maritime sector to establish effective systems for recovering waste and recyclable materials from the fishing, shipping and tourism sectors (Press Release ISWA, 27 September 2017).
Click here for the press release.
Click here for the report (49.18 MB).
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