Northwest scientists study source of pervasive plastic pollution – Oregon Capital Chronicle
Plastic is one of the most common pollutants found on beaches and across the country by volunteer cleanup groups.
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Plastic is one of the most common pollutants found on beaches and across the country by volunteer cleanup groups.
Recently, international attention has homed in on the problem, which is only growing worse as plastic doesn’t decompose but degrades into smaller pieces that will remain in the environment for thousands of years.
On an overcast Saturday in Seattle, a group of volunteers combs a small section of the beach at Golden Gardens Park for trash.
On an overcast Saturday in Seattle, a group of volunteers combs a small section of the beach at Golden Gardens Park for trash.