Marine Debris Project

Chyanne Yoder spoke with UMaine News about seeking to prevent plastic pollution at its source by piloting systems for reusable food containers in Maine coastal communities, reducing the need for single-use foodware.

The Maine Marine Trades Association has partnered with Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association, Maine Island Trail Association and Friends of Casco Bay to bring awareness to boaters about keeping Maine waters free of debris. #LoveMaineWaters

Maine Public spoke with researchers at the University of Maine to discuss the development of highly refined cellulose coating made from wood that could replace coatings of “forever chemicals” in commercial production.

Scientists in Maine are investigating tree pulp and seaweed as possible substitutes for PFAS chemicals. Learn more about it in an article by the Bangor Daily News.

Maine Sea Grant’s Associate Director, Beth Bisson, discusses the goals of a project launched in August of 2023, titled Reducing Marine Debris at the Source: Material Replacement and Source Reduction for Single Use Food Packaging.

Visit the Portland Press Herald to read about how you can help keep debris out of oceans.