Further Information
Seas of Shame
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/7312777.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/6218698.stm
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/science/july-dec08/plasticocean_11-13.html
Print Media
The Economist (Print edition), January 22, 2009
‘Underwater treasures – Documentary makers look for the next eco-blockbuster’
The Economist (Print edition), December 30, 2008
More abused than used – But the sea can be harnessed for energy, and to store carbon
CDNN, November 4, 2007
‘Plastic Ocean – The Great Pacific Garbage Patch’ by Susan Casey
Travel and Leisure , September 2006
‘Our oceans are turning into plastic…are we?’ by Susan Casey
Television Coverage
National Geographic TV community notice on plastic bottles – Asia |
Reports
UNEP Regional Seas Report and Studies No. 178
Ecosystems and Biodiversity in Deep Waters and High Seas
Online Programs
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Marine Debris Program
http://marinedebris.noaa.gov/welcome.html