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Marine Pollution and Control Measures
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Oil Spills
Implement double-hulled tankers, follow proper vessel maintenance, and conduct regular inspections.
Plastic Debris
Promote the use of biodegradable materials, enforce strict littering laws, and enhance public awareness on recycling.
Heavy Metals
Reduce industrial effluents, implement phytoremediation, and strict monitoring of waste disposal.
Nitrogen and Phosphorus
Implement better agricultural practices, reduce the use of fertilizers, and upgrade wastewater treatment plants.
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Ban or restrict use of certain chemicals, promote alternatives, and clean up existing contaminations.
Sewage Disposal
Construct advanced sewage treatment facilities, regulate discharge standards, and promote water-saving appliances.
Ocean Acidification
Reduce carbon emissions, protect marine carbonate systems, and boost research on adaptation strategies.
Sound Pollution
Regulate noise from ships and underwater construction, designate marine quiet zones, and monitor the impact on marine life.
Thermal Pollution
Improve cooling systems of industrial plants, use alternative energy sources, and strict regulation on thermal discharges.
Invasive Species
Implement ballast water management, conduct hull cleanings, and educate on the risks of exotic species.
Microplastics
Ban microbeads in consumer products, filter water treatment discharges, and promote research on microplastic pollution.
Radioactive Substances
Tighten nuclear safety protocols, properly dispose of radioactive waste, and international regulation on radioactive materials.
Marine Litter
Enforce anti-dumping laws, support beach clean-ups, and engage in international cooperation.
Dredging Activities
Use silt curtains to contain sediments, schedule dredging at environmentally appropriate times, and reuse dredged material responsibly.
Antifouling Chemicals
Adopt non-toxic antifouling technologies, regulate the use of harmful chemicals, and apply best practices in ship maintenance.
Marine Construction
Plan construction to minimize habitat disturbance, use best management practices, and restore affected areas post-construction.
Underwater Mining
Enforce environmental impact assessments, regulate mining activities, and implement sustainable mining practices.
Sunscreen and Personal Care Products
Promote the use of reef-safe sunscreens, regulate harmful chemicals, and educate beachgoers on product impact.
Desalination Plants
Improve brine disposal methods, invest in energy-efficient desalination technologies, and conduct regular environmental monitoring.
Chemical Dumping
Strengthen international conventions, strict monitoring and penalties for illegal dumping, and promote safe chemical handling.
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