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80% of Marine Debris is Plastic
Marine plastic debris is sourced from both the land and water
Land Based Sources
 Mismanaged WasteLess than one fifth of plastics are recycled |
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 LitterPPE has become a significant pollutant |
 WastewaterWastewater is a direct source of microbeads and microfibers. Microfibers are released when synthetic fabrics are washed. |
 MicrobeadsMany soaps and cosmetic products contain tiny plastic beads |
Water Based Sources
 Fishing GearCommercial and recreational fishermen loose gear that can entangle marine organisms |
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 Cruise ShipsCruise ships release large amounts of wastewater and debris |
 ShippingLost shipping containers contribute both pre and post production plastic materials |
 Oil and GasOil and gas drilling platforms contribute debris during construction and operation |
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