Plastic pollution in marine and riverine environments has emerged as a critical global challenge, with significant implications for ecosystems, human health, and livelihoods. In India, rivers act as key conduits for plastic leakage into the oceans, driven by gaps in waste management systems, high plastic consumption, and inadequate segregation and collection at source.
Addressing this challenge requires a comprehensive understanding of plastic leakage pathways, supported by robust data systems, scientific evidence on impacts, and scalable on-ground solutions that can intercept and prevent plastics from entering marine environments.
The webinar aims to bring together diverse perspectives to explore how data, science, and technology can collectively inform and strengthen efforts to address marine and riverine plastic pollution.
Specifically, the session will:
• Highlight the role of data and monitoring systems in understanding and managing plastic pollution
• Present insights on macro and microplastics, including their pathways, impacts, and relevance in the Indian context
• Showcase innovative technological solutions that can be deployed in riverine systems to intercept plastic waste before it reaches the ocean