3 . REDUCE MARINE DEBRIS .
Marine debris is human-created waste that has deliberately or accidentally been released in a sea or ocean . And the same goes for marine debris : whether you live in the city , or far away from beaches , lakes , and rivers , protecting marine habitats is extremely important for life on land as well .
There is no part of the world left untouched by debris and its impacts . And marine debris is more than just trash in the ocean . It is one of the biggest pollution problems facing the world ’ s oceans and waterways today .
What is marine debris , and where does it come from ?
What is its health impact on the ocean , animals , and me ?
What can you do to help and reduce your impact ?
What can you do to help and reduce your impact ?