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Searching for Solutions to Remove Plastics from the Oceans

Scientists are searching for innovative solutions for cleaning plastics, including particularly troublesome microplastics, from the world's oceans and beaches.

by Carol Flake

Coastal properties in Galveston were the subject of a court decision that some say threatens the state's Open Beaches Act.
Credit: Michel Stravato

Scientists are searching for innovative solutions for cleaning plastics, including particularly troublesome microplastics, from the world's oceans and beaches. Computer models show that plastic debris is creating ever-growing hot spots along five subtropical rotating ocean currents in the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans. (Vox)

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