Abstract
Marine debris, particularly plastic debris is a ubiquitous global pervasive problem. The international community recognizes that a reduction in plastic debris density is central to sustainable ocean use based on reduction performance metrics. Although many national databases already exist or are being developed, an internationally accepted index of plastic debris density does not currently exist. Standardized methods for monitoring marine debris can help inform policy decisions to reduce sources marine debris and support mitigation effectiveness. Vietnam recently committed to addressing marine debris nationally and internationally and developed ambitious targets to manage and reduce ocean plastic debris, yet Vietnam does not currently have a national marine debris monitoring database. This study identified international best practices and standards; developed a marine plastic database for accurate, efficient information gathering, management, and reporting; and developed a centralized database platform for future marine plastic debris management in Vietnam that can be adapted for other jurisdictions.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 112948 |
Journal | Marine Pollution Bulletin |
Volume | 173 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2021 |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:This study was led by Doug Hickman (Team Leader), Dr. Tony Walker (Technical Director) and Eamonn McGuinty (Principal Research Consultant) in collaboration with the Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands (VASI), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) of the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The support of Nina Seahra and Van-Son Le with the Embassy of Canada to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam is gratefully acknowledged. The study was financed by the Government of Canada .
Funding Information:
This study was led by Doug Hickman (Team Leader), Dr. Tony Walker (Technical Director) and Eamonn McGuinty (Principal Research Consultant) in collaboration with the Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands (VASI), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) of the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The support of Nina Seahra and Van-Son Le with the Embassy of Canada to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam is gratefully acknowledged. The study was financed by the Government of Canada.
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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Oceanography
- Aquatic Science
- Pollution
PubMed: MeSH publication types
- Journal Article