Marine Debris: Sources, Impacts, and Solutions

Coe, James M.; Rogers, Donald

Marine debris is a global pollution problem affecting marine life, maritime commerce and environmental quality. Scientists, policymakers and the public must be knowledgeable about the source, impact and control efforts if effective solutions are to be developed. Marine Debris addresses the origin of persistent solid waste in the ocean, from urban and rural discharges to waste from ships and the recreational use of oceans. The book identifies key issues from biological, technological, economic and legal perspectives, and gives a framework for controlling each of the main sources of marine debris.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-11-15

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9781461384885

ISBN-13: 9781461384885

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4613-8486-1

Dimensions: 254cm x178cm

Pages: 432