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The Ocean Conservancy: Trash Free Seas Program

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Trash in Our Oceans

Trash Free Seas, 2024 Ocean Conservancy

#SeatheChange, 2023 Report (for 2022)

NEWS: New Analysis Shows Plastic Bag Bans Help Prevent Plastic Pollution, Ocean Conservancy, Sep 9,  2024

Trash and Other Waste

Litter, trash and other waste on the ground and in our local waterways flows downstream during precipitation events and ultimately could end up in the Gulf of Mexico. This contributes to plastic, chemical, and other pollutants in our oceans. Please pick up litter, pet waste, cigarette butts, and other items commonly found on our beaches.

Infographic on ocean conservation data showing global trash collection statistics during 2022 and top 10 items collected
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