With the fish-buying public increasingly concerned about plastic pollution, European fishermen are stepping up action to reduce their impact on the marine environment. KIMO researchers spoke to fishermen in four countries to learn more. Beach cleaners will instantly recognise fishermen’s ‘net cuttings’. These are the small pieces of rope and cord found on beaches all … [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]
Six steps for municipalities to help tackle ‘ghost gear’
Abandoned, lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear is known as ‘ghost gear’. It’s the most harmful form of marine debris. Luckily, there are six things municipalities can do to help tackle this form of marine pollution. Ghost gear is haunting coastal areas all over the world. It is a damaging form of marine litter and … [continue reading]
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