Most of us know the Arctic exists, but how many have had the chance to see it for ourselves? In our new series Frozen Islands, Arctic Seas, conservation biologist Joshua Powell gives us a glimpse

Most of us know the Arctic exists, but how many have had the chance to see it for ourselves? In our new series Frozen Islands, Arctic Seas, conservation biologist Joshua Powell gives us a glimpse of the remote Russian High Arctic and discusses issues vital to biodiversity in the region. This week, he talks about the threat of plastic waste, which seabirds often mistake for bits of fish. New episodes every Wednesday - subscribe now so you don’t miss out!

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Talks at Google.

Peter Kohler, founder of The Plastic Tide project, and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger, Lecturer in Robotics at Imperial College London, discuss how the ocean is under siege from

Talks at Google.

Peter Kohler, founder of The Plastic Tide project, and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger, Lecturer in Robotics at Imperial College London, discuss how the ocean is under siege from an ever-increasing tide of waste, and how technology like machine learning and drones can help us fix the issue.

Threatening not only a vital economic resource worth an estimated $5 trillion a year but also humanity’s very own life support. The Plastic Tide initiative was started almost two years ago, with the aim of quantifying the problem using drone imagery of UK beaches and beyond: raised awareness and precise data will hopefully drive solutions at societal, political, and technological levels.

They have collected a huge database of drone imagery around UK beaches last year, and a prototype algorithm developed already combines a deep-learning-based plastic detection scheme in the images with geo-referenced mapping. The speakers will show early results and present related research in the space of localization, mapping, and drone flight; and furthermore, sketch the way forward to limit the plastic tide swamping our oceans.

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SINGLE-USE PLANET trailer 2025 

Plastic is vital in so many ways to our modern way of life and

SINGLE-USE PLANET trailer 2025 

Plastic is vital in so many ways to our modern way of life and well-being—but not all forms of it. In search of why evermore single-use plastic debris enters the ocean despite all efforts to recycle, we go upstream to where millions of tons of raw plastic are being made amidst the ruins of America’s bygone steel industry in Pennsylvania. Interviewee: Steve Cowan, Producer

In this powerful video, Veteran Willie Horstead, Jr. shares his personal story of resilience in the face of relentless flooding in Shiloh, a historically Black community. Months ago, government

In this powerful video, Veteran Willie Horstead, Jr. shares his personal story of resilience in the face of relentless flooding in Shiloh, a historically Black community. Months ago, government leaders made promises for relief and protection—promises yet to be fulfilled. Willie’s message is clear: he wants justice, safety, and peace in his neighborhood. Watch as he calls for action and shines a light on the urgent need for environmental justice in Shiloh. Join us in supporting Willie and the Shiloh community’s push for lasting change.

Secretary Buttigieg Addresses Flooding Issues in Shiloh, Alabama at a Conference he attended in Cleveland, Ohio (12/9/24) MAin focus of this review is governemtal assistance for homeowners after

Secretary Buttigieg Addresses Flooding Issues in Shiloh, Alabama at a Conference he attended in Cleveland, Ohio (12/9/24) MAin focus of this review is governemtal assistance for homeowners after flooding. The Bullard Center request help from the governemnt for. Shiloh on this issue. 

My name is Bryden Mitchell, and I’m a Criminal Justice major at Texas Southern University. I’m passionate about promoting equity and justice, especially in communities that aWater

My name is Bryden Mitchell, and I’m a Criminal Justice major at Texas Southern University. I’m passionate about promoting equity and justice, especially in communities that aWater Pollution.

My name is Joshua Holts, I am from Houston, TX. I attend Grambling State University where I am an upcoming junior majoring in cybersecurity. My focus is on  Waste By-products, Environmental

My name is Joshua Holts, I am from Houston, TX. I attend Grambling State University where I am an upcoming junior majoring in cybersecurity. My focus is on  Waste By-products, Environmental Justice and Waste Management, and Water Pollution.

Michelle Facio-Rivera is a political science student with a concentration in pre-law at Winston-Salem State University. My focus is on Natural Diasters, Climate Change, and  Water

Michelle Facio-Rivera is a political science student with a concentration in pre-law at Winston-Salem State University. My focus is on Natural Diasters, Climate Change, and  Water Pollution.