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A groundbreaking barrier will soon stop hundreds of tons of plastic from reaching Manila Bay each year. The Ocean Cleanup is bringing its proven technology to the Meycauayan River, marking a major win for the Philippines' fight against ocean pollution.
Scientists confirm that one simple laundry switch protects your wardrobe, cuts energy bills by up to 66%, and reduces ocean pollution. Switching to cold water washing preserves fabric colors while preventing harmful microfibers from reaching waterways.
Nylabone turned 100,000 pounds of abandoned fishing nets into 1.5 million durable dog chew toys. The Love Our Oceans Collection proves companies can tackle ocean pollution while creating products people actually need.
Nylabone has transformed over 100,000 pounds of abandoned fishing nets into 1.5 million durable dog chew toys. The new collection tackles ocean pollution while giving dogs a safer alternative to destructive chewing.
Over 4,000 volunteers turned out across 77 New Jersey beach sites to remove debris and protect marine life, more than doubling last year's turnout. Their efforts collected millions of pieces of trash while gathering crucial data to fight ocean pollution at its source.
Scientists in Thailand have developed a breakthrough technology that transforms abandoned fishing nets into high-quality 3D printing material. The innovation tackles ocean pollution while creating new income opportunities for coastal communities.
Thousands of volunteers across Los Angeles County are joining monthly beach cleanups that serve as the last line of defense against ocean pollution. Heal the Bay's "Nothin' But Sand" program turns cleanup data into real environmental change.
A tiny sea creature spotted by divers in Japan turned out to be a completely new species that looks just like an underwater panda. The adorable discovery also helps fight ocean pollution.
A young inventor's nonprofit is deploying technology in 30 of the world's most polluting cities to prevent ocean plastic before it starts. Their data shows a small number of rivers cause most ocean pollution, and they're stopping it at the source.
Scientists studying whales in the North Atlantic found that levels of toxic "forever chemicals" have plummeted more than 60% since 2011, proving that global regulations can actually reverse pollution in even the most remote ocean waters. It's the first major evidence that phasing out these indestructible compounds really works.
A NASA sensor designed to map desert dust just discovered it can spot pollution from orbit. The breakthrough could help us track and clean up our oceans like never before.
Texas researchers discovered a breakthrough way to track ocean currents using affordable drones and wave patterns, making oil spill response faster and safer. The innovation costs 90% less than traditional methods and works without touching contaminated water.
Researchers in Japan discovered where microplastics from farm fertilizer end up after years of puzzling over vanished ocean pollution. The breakthrough reveals that beaches act as temporary traps, catching plastic before it disappears into unknown ocean locations.