Ocean Clean-up Technologies Deploy in Marine Sanctuaries to Trap Microplastics

A fleet of solar-powered filtration booms has been deployed in regional marine reserves. The systems utilize a specialized micro-mesh that traps floating plastic fragments while allowing plankton and small marine life to pass through unharmed. Early test runs show a 40% reduction in plastic pollution surrounding sensitive nesting zones. Scientists hope to scale up deployment to open ocean currents by early next year if funding goals are met.