Oceans of Plastic

ABC Four Corners

Scientists say vast amounts of our discarded plastic is ending up in the ocean.

“There’s so much plastic going in and we have no idea where it is.” Oceanographer

Working out where that plastic ends up and what impact it has on our oceans has become a major concern for many marine scientists.

“Submarine pilots know when they are at the bottom of the sea because they see the plastic.” Environmental Scientist

Four Corners brings you this thought provoking story from French filmmaker Vincent Perazio in which he examines the work of these scientists investigating our plastic waste.

 

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