The Rydd Norge-programmet (Clean Up Norway Program) is Norway’s first national coastal clean up program and its largest operation of this sort to date. The program was established and is managed by the Handelens Miljøfond (Norwegian Retailers’ Environment Fund). For the first time, a specific national goal has been set for cleaning up plastic waste … [continue reading]
European harbours plugging into an electric future
Shore side power and battery boats are spreading across Europe. KIMO members are leading the way as they support the future of maritime transport. Air pollution is a big problem is many harbour cities. At the same time, shipping is responsible for 940 million tonnes of CO2 emissions every year. In other words: about 2.5% … [continue reading]
Bergen commemorates Jarle Kval, the ‘plastic whale’ who inspired thousands
A special event hosted by the University of Bergen, Norway, has marked four years since the death of ‘Jarle Kval’ – a Curvier’s beaked whale that died after ingesting 30 plastic bags. Jarle Kval died of plastic pollution outside the city of Bergen in January 2017. After conducting an autopsy, scientists concluded that Jarle suffered … [continue reading]
Bergen tests flat pack plastic trawler
The City of Bergen in Norway is testing a new concept in an effort to remove plastic pollution from its harbour. Local authorities are cooperating with Clear Ocean a not-for-profit company that aims to develop and produce low tech, easy to use, scalable and affordable tools for ”trawling for plastic”. For five days a week … [continue reading]
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