Virginia Marine Debris
Resource Hub

A collection of resources to help Virginians address marine debris in their homes, towns, and waterways

virginiamarinedebris.org compiles marine debris resources for various Virginian audiences. We have collected information and resources on what marine debris is and how you can address it in your daily life, workspace, and at home.

This website is broken down by audience type for Virginia residents, boaters and fishers, businesses, educators, policy advocates, and researchers. Each section contains information compiled from nonprofits, governments, businesses, and academics, and more, that are designed to suit your needs.

This website does not contain an exhaustive list of marine debris actions in Virginia, so please contact us on the "About" page to suggest additional resources.

No matter your knowledge or actions with marine debris, you can find ways to understand, prevent, and mitigate the impacts of marine debris on virginiamarinedebris.org

About Us

Learn more about this website and the organizations who founded it, plus a contact form

Marine Debris Overview

Background information on marine debris in Virginia and the Virginia Marine Debris Reduction Plan

Waste Disposal and Removal

Municipal waste management programs and instructions in Virginia

Virginia Residents

How to get involved in marine debris work and reduce your plastic usage in Virginia

Boaters and Fishers

Mitigate derelict fishing gear impacts in the boating, fishing, and aquaculture industries

Businesses

Resources and certification programs that help businesses reduce waste and promote sustainable actions

Educators

Marine debris-themed lesson plans and activites for formal and informal education

Policy Advocates

Advocacy campaigns in Virginia and the organizations leading them

Researchers

Labs and research reports in Virginia addressing marine debris scientific research
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