2. Marine Pollution
• Marine Pollution or Ocean Pollution which is caused due to
waste being dumped into such water bodies affects the
biological processes of the marine ecology.
• Eighty percent of marine pollution comes from land.
3. CAUSES OF MARINE POLLUTION
• Sewage
• Solid Waste
• Industrial Waste Water
• Oil Spill
• Chemicals
• Air Pollutants
• Toxins
4. Effects of Marine Pollution
• Harmful to Marine Life
• Depletion of oxygen in seawater
• A threat to human health
5. Marine Water Prevention
• Reduce Plastic Production
• Improve wastewater systems
• Use eco-friendly products
• Reduce chemical pollution
• Manage oil spills
• Beach and river clean-ups
6. CASE STUDY
• Marine pollution is a major environmental issue that threatens the health
of our oceans and marine life. It is caused by a variety of human
activities, including oil spills, sewage discharge, plastic pollution, and
runoff from agricultural and industrial activities.
• One of the most recent and comprehensive case studies on marine
pollution is the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report
on the state of the marine environment. This report, published in 2021,
provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of marine
pollution, including its sources, impacts, and potential solutions.
• According to the UNEP report, marine pollution is a global problem that
affects all oceans and seas.
