Keeping an eye on ocean plastic pollution…from space!

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Meet bag, bottle and straw, three bits of plastic left on the beach. They are only small, but they are heading into the ocean, where they could cause big damage. ESA is exploring how satellites can help detect and reduce plastic pollution in the ocean. From spotting build-ups of marine litter to tracking ocean currents, satellites could be game-changing in tackling this enormous environmental problem. Though engaging for children and adults alike, this video is designed with primary school students in mind. In particular, teachers can use it to introduce the topic of marine litter in subjects such as geography and science. Dutch version available here: https://youtu.be/ScSCXaSnjhE Credits: ESA – Science Office Project coordination: Nicole Shearer (EJR-Quartz for ESA) and Mariana Barrosa (Science Office) Scientific advice: Peter de Maagt and Paolo Corradi (both ESA), Joana Mira Veiga (Deltares) Educational advice: Petra de Clippelaar (BSO 't Vogelnest) and Connor Mackelvey (Iroquois Elementary School) Design and animation: David Santos and Rui Braz (both Science Office) ★ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/ESAsubscribe and click twice on the bell button to receive our notifications. Check out our full video catalog: http://bit.ly/SpaceInVideos Follow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/ESAonTwitter On Facebook: http://bit.ly/ESAonFacebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/ESAonInstagram On Pinterest: https://bit.ly/ESAonPinterest On Flickr: http://bit.ly/ESAonFlickr We are Europe's gateway t

Published 2021-08-15 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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