NOAA Marine Debris Program

With support from a 2023 award from the NOAA #MarineDebris Program, the VIMS Nationwide TRAP Program is tackling derelict fishing gear nationwide. From Maryland to California to Florida, teams are removing lost traps. Check out the first year of successes! marinedebris.noaa.gov/multimedia/vid…

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a part of large-scale marine debris removal missions in Papahānaumokuākea? #LearnMore about this unique work as @pmdphawaii shares what a typical day in the life of a marine debris technician. blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/day-life-marin…

Happy Earth Day! Today is dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues & taking action in support of planet Earth, while celebrating those who work to protect it. It’s a team effort, so we put some resources together to help you get involved. blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/celebrate-eart…

Removing sunken vessels is a heavy lift. With support through a 2023 award from the NOAA Marine Debris Program, Isla Mar Research Expedition and partners are clearing derelict vessels from Puerto Rico’s waters, protecting habitats, and improving safety. blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/extracting-sun…

April is Citizen Science Month! It is a great time to get involved in the NOAA Marine Debris Monitoring and Assessment Project (MDMAP) to measure the amount and types of marine debris on shorelines. Get started here: marinedebris.noaa.gov/our-work/monit…

On April 14 @NOAAFISH_PIRO is joining the next Tropical Islands Partnering on Solutions for Marine Debris webinar. We will discuss #MarineDebris threats and mitigation strategies to safeguard protected species. Register here! marinedebris.noaa.gov/resources/trop…

Last summer, with support from the NOAA Marine Debris Program, a derelict trap cleanup led to the rescue of an entangled green sea turtle that was rehabilitated and released. @VIMS_News @FloridaSeaGrant blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/discarded-line… It is illegal to handle sea turtles without a permit.

With support from the NOAA Marine Debris Program through a 2024 award to @Oakland, I Heart Oakland Alameda Estuary led a cleanup in January removing 5,660 pounds of debris from the Oakland Estuary. 152 volunteers helped protect wildlife and water quality. marinedebris.noaa.gov/removal/removi…

Florida State University & the University of Florida are teaming up to stop debris before it reaches the ocean. With support from the NOAA Marine Debris Program, traps and booms catch litter upstream, protecting estuaries and creating cleaner communities. blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/new-era-trash-…

A sea free from marine debris is like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! We are so lucky to work alongside our partners to prevent, remove, better understand the problem of #MarineDebris through research and shoreline monitoring. marinedebris.noaa.gov/our-work

🤿 A team of divers got a fun surprise 🐬 with a Blue Star operator on a Goal: Clean Seas Florida Keys dive, a marine debris removal program co-led by the @marinesanctuary & @FloridaKeysNMS. #NoteFromTheField: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/notes/2026/pod…. 🎥: Giuliana Mignone/Southpoint Divers

Researchers in @MBNMS are wrapping up a multi-year study to better understand how microplastics disperse, where they come from, and where they end up in marine ecosystems. 💧 Learn more in our latest #NoteFromTheField: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/notes/2026/fol…. 📸: Chad King/NOAA #EarthIsBlue

Send this to your Valentine 💌 Share your love for the ocean this Valentine’s Day with some NOAA-themed cards, games, and resources! noaa.gov/education/cele…

Footballs aren’t the only thing being intercepted! The NOAA Marine Debris Program is supporting 10 large-scale interception projects with a variety of devices, or plays, to capture #MarineDebris before it enters our ocean and Great Lakes, or the end zone. marinedebris.noaa.gov/our-work/remov…

Which of these waste-cutting habits feels the easiest to start in 2026? 1️⃣ Skipping single-use utensils 2️⃣ Swapping plastic for glass jars 3️⃣ Buying in bulk Make waste reduction resolutions stick in 2026 with @NOAADebris's guide: blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/reducing-waste…

Is it your goal to reduce waste in 2026? Practicing waste reduction at home builds a strong foundation for minimizing waste in our everyday lives. Through these small steps, we can all make a difference. Start here: blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/reducing-waste…

With support from the NOAA Marine Debris Program, @GoA_Alliance is working on a multi-state initiative to remove derelict vessels and restore coastal health and safety across the Gulf Coast. They’ve already removed over 582,000 pounds of marine debris. blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/shared-mission…

The 2026 #MarineDebris Art Calendar is available! Our art contest aims to get students thinking about how marine debris impacts our #ocean and Great Lakes, and what they can do to help. Check it out! blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/2026-marine-de…

#MarineDebris such as vessels, fishing nets, tires, and building materials can smother, crush, or break off pieces of coral when they are traveling through the ocean currents. #LearnMore about how you can protect #CoralReefs #NOAACoralsWeek blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/how-does-marin…

Catch the latest update from the @marinesanctuary on their #MarineDebris removal work in Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, supported by the NOAA Marine Debris Program. marinedebris.noaa.gov/removal/reduci…