Marine Pollution

Marine Debris Research

Research to further our understanding, management and protection of coastal and marine ecosystems, whilst using scientific knowledge to empower community and governments to reduce litter entering our oceans.

Ending Plastic Waste

CSIRO’s Ending Plastic Waste Mission is aiming for an 80 per cent reduction in plastic waste entering the Australian environment by 2030.

Oceans – CSIROscope

We’re working to discover, enhance and sustain marine ecosystems and maximise the benefits from Australia’s marine territory.

New oil spill response technology

Oil spills can cause significant environmental damage. We have developed new oil spill response technology that focuses on removing small oil droplets. And it all starts off with the humble domestic sponge...

Turtles & Plastic

How much plastic does it take to kill a turtle?

Global marine pollution

The world's largest plastic pollution survey.