Fishermen have broken all records for marine litter returned to shore under the Fishing for Litter scheme in the Netherlands. Participants in IJmuiden, Den Helder, Harlingen, Stellendam and Vlissingen have already received certificates. Local government officials have presented certificates in recognition of fishermen’s contribution to the Dutch Fishing for Litter scheme. Fishermen in Delfzijl, Eemshaven, … [continue reading]
Coastal communities host pollution art festival
Four local authorities on the Dutch coast have united to host an unusual celebration this summer. The ‘Pollution Art Festival’ includes pieces made from plastic waste, as well as other items discarded in the North Sea. The municipalities of Zandvoort, Velsen, Beverwijk and Heemskerk hope to shine a light on the problem of marine pollution. … [continue reading]