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It was a once-in-human-existence moment.

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Elusive ocean predator seen for first time by human beings: 'I saw something black in the water that didn't look like plastic or debris'

"The degradation rates of the CDA foams were … the fastest of any plastic reported in the ocean."

Tech

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.

Tech

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.

Tech

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

Outdoors

'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'