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ClearPlastic waste occurrence on a beach off southwestern Luzon, Philippines
Researchers documented plastic waste on a beach in southwestern Luzon, Philippines, finding high levels of macroplastic litter and establishing baseline microplastic contamination data for a country identified as one of the largest contributors of plastic waste to the ocean.
Assessment of Macroplastic Pollution on Selected Tourism Beaches of Barobo, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines
Researchers assessed macroplastic pollution on tourism beaches in Barobo, Philippines, finding substantial litter accumulation dominated by single-use plastics, with contamination levels raising concerns for marine ecosystems and tourism viability in a country that ranks among the world's largest contributors to ocean plastic pollution.
Perception and Awareness of Marine Plastic Pollution in Selected Tourism Beaches of Barobo, Surigao del Sur, Philippines
Researchers surveyed marine plastic litter on four tourism beaches in the Philippines and assessed local perceptions of marine pollution among beach visitors, finding significant litter accumulation that tourism management practices have failed to control. The study links beach litter levels to tourism activities and highlights the need for integrated coastal management.
Assessment of Macroplastic Litter on the Coastal Seabeds of Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines
Researchers assessed the prevalence, types, and density of macroplastic litter in the coastal seabeds of Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Philippines, using 100-meter transect lines with quadrat sampling across four sites including residential, mangrove, tourism, and non-residential areas. Results showed all four sites were contaminated with plastic litter, with the residential site (Pikalawag) having the highest density at 1.32 items per square meter, and food packaging, plastic fragments, and plastic bags being the dominant waste types dominated by LDPE polymer.
The nexus of macroplastic and microplastic research and plastic regulation policies in the Philippines marine coastal environments
This study examined the relationship between macroplastic and microplastic research output and plastic regulation policies in the Philippines, one of the world's top plastic polluters, assessing how scientific evidence has informed or failed to influence coastal environmental policy.
Physical characterization of litter and microplastic along the urban coast of Cagayan de Oro in Macajalar Bay, Philippines
Microplastic fibers were found throughout coastal areas of Cagayan de Oro City in the Philippines, with the highest concentrations near river mouths and residential areas. The study highlights how urban development and poor waste management drive microplastic contamination in coastal communities.
Unraveling Macroplastic Pollution in Rural and Urban Beaches in Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape, Mindanao, Philippines
Researchers surveyed macroplastic pollution on urban and rural beaches in Sarangani Bay, Philippines, finding significantly higher plastic densities in urban areas (0.66 items/m2) compared to rural beaches (0.29 items/m2), with food packaging like polyethylene bags being the most prevalent litter type.
Abundance And Distribution Of Plastic Debris In Beach Sediment And Seawater Of The Northern Straits Of Malacca
Researchers surveyed the abundance and distribution of macro-, meso-, and microplastic debris in beach sediments and seawater along the Northern Straits of Malacca in Malaysia, providing baseline contamination data relevant to the country's national roadmap toward reducing single-use plastics.
Distribution of Microplastics in Coastal Surface Waters at Brooke’s Point, Palawan, Philippines
Researchers sampled coastal surface waters at 11 sites near Brooke's Point, Palawan, Philippines and detected microplastics at every location, with blue fiber-shaped particles being most abundant. The study identified geographical features, wind patterns, rivers, and ocean wave direction as likely drivers of microplastic distribution, and called for local policy action and increased environmental awareness.
An Integrated Spatial Assessment of Macro-, Meso-, and Microplastic Pollution Along Cox’s Bazar Beach in Bangladesh
Researchers conducted the first comprehensive assessment of macro-, meso-, and microplastic pollution along the full coastline of Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh, sampling 23 stations across tourism, active, and less active beach zones. Plastic abundance varied significantly by zone and land use, with fragments and films as dominant types, reflecting Bangladesh's high plastic waste mismanagement rates.
Beach macro-litter monitoring and floating microplastic in a coastal area of Indonesia
Researchers surveyed floating microplastic and beach litter in Cilacap Bay, Indonesia over three years, finding polypropylene and low-density polyethylene dominated plastic debris at 2.5 mg/m concentration, with most particles showing only slight weathering — highlighting persistent pollution from inadequate waste management in the region.
Occurrence, Composition, and Relationships in Marine Plastic Debris on the First Long Beach Adjacent to the Land-Based Source, South China Sea
Researchers characterized the occurrence, composition, and relationships of marine plastic debris collected from a remote location during a first systematic survey. The study provides baseline data on plastic litter types and polymer composition in an understudied marine region.
Microplastics on Santos Beach: Sources of Pollution, Waste Characteristics and Possible Collection Solutions
Researchers characterized microplastics collected from three zones of Santos beach in Brazil, finding contamination dominated by fragments and films near sewage outfalls. The study highlights inadequate waste management as the primary driver of beach microplastic accumulation and assessed feasibility of mechanical collection interventions.
Karakteristik Sampah Makroplastik di Pantai Wisata Lamaru Kota Balikpapan
Not relevant to microplastics — this Indonesian study characterizes the types and weight of macroplastic debris on a tourist beach in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, comparing debris between two seasons; it focuses on large plastic litter rather than microplastics.
Understanding plastic-dependent urban coastal communities: Plastic handling practices and perceptions of urban villages of Iligan City, Philippines
Researchers examined awareness, knowledge, and perceptions of marine macro- and microplastic pollution among 70 coastal community residents in Iligan City, Philippines, finding that despite general awareness, plastic handling practices remained inconsistent with pollution reduction goals.
Maritime ports and beach management as sources of coastal macro-, meso-, and microplastic pollution
Researchers investigated macro-, meso-, and microplastic distribution along the Asturian coast of Spain, identifying maritime ports and beach management practices as significant sources of coastal plastic pollution across multiple size fractions.
Evaluación de los residuos sólidos encontrados en playas de la Costa Verde, Lima, Perú durante el invierno de 2021
A survey of solid waste on four beaches of Lima, Peru during winter 2021 documented the types and quantities of litter present. The findings reveal the scale of anthropogenic waste on these urban beaches and inform local waste management strategies.
Abundance and Characteristics of Microplastic in the Selected Coastal Area of Pangasugan, Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines
Researchers surveyed microplastic contamination in coastal waters near Pangasugan, Leyte, in the Philippines, collecting samples from 20 sites. The average contamination level was 132.5 items per liter, with fibers being the most prevalent shape at 62%, and polymer analysis identified ABS, EVA, polyamide, and PET, providing baseline contamination data for this coastal area.
Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Marine Debris: a Case Study of Pancana Village With a Bibliometric Perspective
Researchers combined bibliometric analysis of 2000-2023 marine debris literature with a field case study in Pancana Village, Indonesia, finding that plastic accounts for 78% of coastal debris and that land-based waste is the primary pollution source. The study identifies community-based waste management and policy interventions as key areas for addressing the marine debris crisis.
Marine Litter and Grading of the Coastal Areas of Ambon Bay, Indonesia
Researchers assessed marine litter quantity and composition in Ambon Bay, Indonesia, finding higher debris densities in the inner bay near populated areas with plastics comprising the dominant fraction, and proposed a grading system for coastal pollution assessment.
Litter assessment on sandy beaches along the Brazilian coast: a large-scale analysis of macrolitter and microplastics
Researchers conducted a large-scale assessment of macrolitter and microplastic contamination on sandy beaches along the Brazilian coast, characterizing pollution patterns, dominant polymer types, and potential anthropogenic sources across multiple sites.
Kepadatan dan pola transport sampah laut terapung di pesisir barat perairan Teluk Ambon Luar
This Indonesian study measured the density and transport patterns of floating marine litter on the western coast of Outer Ambon Bay, finding high volumes of plastic debris with clear spatial patterns driven by currents and tides. The data can inform placement of debris interception systems in this Indonesian coastal city.
The abundance of Plastic Marine Debris on Beaches in Ambon Bay
Researchers measured plastic marine debris — including large microplastics, mesoplastics, and macroplastics — on two beaches in Ambon Bay, Indonesia. The study provides baseline data on plastic pollution levels in a region with growing coastal populations and limited plastic waste management infrastructure.
Microplastics on Santos Beach: Sources of Pollution, Waste Characteristics and Possible Collection Solutions
This Brazilian study mapped and characterized microplastic contamination on Santos beach near submarine sewage outfalls and storm drains, finding plastic pollution hotspots linked to coastal discharge infrastructure. The authors estimated that ~60 tons of solid waste enter the sea daily in the region and identified possible collection solutions.