Plastic Pollution: Challenges and Solutions

This lecture addresses the global issue of plastic pollution in oceans, with approximately 8 million metric tons of plastic entering the oceans annually. It explores the sources of marine debris, the impact on marine life, and the technologies used for plastic waste collection. The presentation discusses the economic and environmental aspects of solid waste treatment, emphasizing the importance of reducing plastic use and improving waste management practices. Various projects and initiatives, such as the Ocean Phoenix Project and the 4Ocean business model, are highlighted as potential solutions to the ocean plastic crisis.