Dive into a thought-provoking panel event exploring the global crisis of plastic pollution in our waterways and oceans. Join filmmaker Beau Miles as he recounts his kayak journey along one of Australia's most polluted rivers, and engage with Captain Charles Moore, discoverer of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Explore the devastating impact of microplastics and nanoplastics on marine life, and learn about innovative solutions such as gross pollutant traps and debris removal systems. Examine case studies from Guatemala's plastic tsunami and discuss the future outlook for our oceans. Gain insights into stormwater treatment methods and participate in discussions on banning single-use plastics. This comprehensive 1-hour 17-minute webinar offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, understand the scope of the problem, and explore potential solutions for a cleaner, plastic-free future.
Overview
Syllabus
- Presenter intros, polls, resources, background.
- Beau Miles' Bad River doco.
- Capt Charles Moore - Ocean gyres.
- Damage to sea life-banning plastics.
- Ocean plastic pollution | Ocean Protect.
- Nanoplastics | microplastics.
- Guatemala | plastic tsunami | pollutant traps.
- Future outlook | optimism vs pessimism.
- Wrap up | future training.
Taught by
Australian Water School
