When we think of plastic pollution in water, we often associate it with ‘the Plastic Soup’ in the ocean. But have you heard of the plastic problem in our local rivers? New research suggests plastics can stay in waterways for decades, causing lasting harm...
The Wadden Sea, located in the southeastern part of the North Sea, offers unique geological and ecological values to the region. Spanning an area across Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, it is locally known for its landscape variety: from intertidal sand and mud...
APRIL 18, 2024, HARLINGEN – This UNESCO World Heritage Day, we celebrate the implementation of Bubble Barrier Harlingen – the first Bubble Barrier to stop plastic pollution from flowing into the UNESCO World Heritage site the Wadden Sea. Citizens and...
By Anne Marieke Eveleens Plastic pollution is a major threat to all water systems worldwide, causing harm to both human and animal life. Therefore, it’s crucial to clean waterways from plastic. During these clean-up efforts, the local waterway’s flora and fauna should...
Globally, water systems face a variety of critical threats, such as extreme weather events, saltwater intrusion, and pollution. Strong international policy is essential in combating and preventing these issues. While the EU’s Water Framework Directive highly regulates...
In honour of International Women’s Day, we would like to introduce you to 6 women making an impact on our ocean by spearheading various initiatives to combat ocean-related problems. Learn more about their efforts in our latest blog post. By Teagan Prawmanee Intaralib...
