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"The degradation rates of the CDA foams were … the fastest of any plastic reported in the ocean."
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Researchers develop new method to dissolve harmful plastics — here's how it could benefit our oceans

"This was a huge team effort and we're so happy that it had a great outcome."
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Experts scramble to save humpback whale entangled in web of ocean plastic: 'We knew it was in real distress'

"We were just in the right place at the right time to free these beautiful creatures."
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Boaters take action after making disheartening discovery caught in ocean plastic: 'This brought tears of happiness to my eyes'

"I need to do better."
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Diver makes upsetting discovery inside giant plastic piece found floating in the ocean: 'This makes me so sad'

"Job well done."
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Beachgoer shares concerning video after saving massive sea turtle entangled in web of ocean plastic: 'Such an amazing act of kindness'

This discovery is shining a much-needed spotlight on a major environmental challenge.
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New study finds tiniest ocean microplastics are evading detection: 'A vastly understudied area'

"Always check for life when you’re pulling out marine debris."
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Diver makes sad discovery inside plastic jug found floating in ocean: 'I'm so glad you guys looked in there'

If coral reefs die or dwindle in health, whole ecosystems could be affected.
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Researchers uncover new oceanic locations where microplastics are accumulating: 'Global initiatives are necessary to conserve these rich ecosystems'

The incredible innovation and far-reaching vision won them a major environmental prize.
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Startup develops innovative solution to stop plastic pollution at home: 'We feel passionately about keeping the oceans free of microplastics'

Yoshi the Fish, help stop ocean pollution
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'The only fish that can eat plastic' is helping to keep trash out of the ocean — here's why they should be on every beach

Great Pacific Garbage Patch, plastic pollution in the ocean
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Scientists discover alarming new effect of plastic pollution in the ocean: '[Things are] rapidly changing'

Microplastics, Clean our oceans with egg whites
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Scientists have invented a wild way to remove plastic pollution from our oceans with egg whites: '99% efficiency'

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