The hidden danger in our seas – how Copernicus tracks microplastics and protects food supply
Today, we're diving deep into the hidden dangers lurking beneath the waves. We'll be exploring the world of microplastics in our seas and oceans and how Copernicus is playing a pivotal role in tracking these tiny yet significant threats. Did you know that the fish we enjoy eating might contain tiny particles of plastic? It's quite concerning because these microplastics are pervasive in the environment and pose a growing threat, both to our marine ecosystems and to our health. So, how could safe and clean marine-based food from aquaculture be ensured, then? That’s the big question we will discuss in this episode, and we will do that with an expert from the Mercator Ocean International, the organisation behind the Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service (CMEMS).