Plastics in our oceans are an issue that is receiving increasing attention worldwide. All who navigate on our inland waterways have their role to play in preventing plastic wastes from entering any water body. Plastic wastes on great rivers like the Yangtze or the Rhône are less spectacular than the great Pacific plastic vortex, but part of the same phenomenon. This is brought home to us by this simple infographic produced by BritishWaterways Marinas Ltd, for the attention of boaters. This includes the steps boaters can take to begin to rectify the plastic problem the world is facing and prevent it from getting any worse – from using eco-friendly starch cutlery to avoiding disposables such as straws and plastic bags. It is also a handy reference for those currently looking for canal boat moorings for rent, helping them be prepared for a more sustainable life as a boater.
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WCC 2022 Leipzig
The World Canals Conference was held in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany, on May 30-June 3. It was attended by more than 330 delegates and exhibitors, and was acclaimed as a very well organised event, including meaningful site visits and a full social programme. Overall, it was a also an intense learning experience for delegates from across the world, who look forward to returning to the World Canals Conference in Bydgoszcz, Poland, in June 2024.
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