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small noaa logo Home | Link Catalog | Abandoned Vessels and Marine Debris Removal

Links to Web pages and sites about the effort to prevent and mitigate damage caused by abandoned vessels and marine debris.

All links in this catalog leave the OR&R site.

Marine Debris Abatement
Sources of debris in our oceans, its hazards, and what is being done about it.

GHOSTNET 2005
Using historical and current satellite data, this program will identify and locate convergence zones in the North Pacific, which are likely places for the concentration of marine debris. The data gathered will aid in the removal or destruction of lost and discarded high seas driftnets (ghostnets).

Marine Debris in Canada
Information and notices regarding marine debris in Canada.

Marine Debris Photos
A series of photos that illustrate the harmful impacts of derelict fishing gear and other marine debris.

NOAA Abandoned Vessel Program Links
Link to AVP link catalog.

NOAA's Marine Debris Program
The NOAA Marine Debris Program is undertaking a national and international effort focusing on identifying, removing, reducing, and preventing debris in the marine environment.

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