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Informal settlments line a plastic-choked river in Manila, Philippines. newsinfo.inquirer.net

September 25, 2019

Here is a global solution to the plastic waste crisis ‑ and A$443 million to get it started

Andrew Forrest, The University of Western Australia; David Tickler, The University of Western Australia, and Jessica Meeuwig, The University of Western Australia

Plastic waste is flowing into our oceans at ever increasing rates. Only a global, industry-led solution can turn off the tap.

Globalised fishing can leave workers vulnerable to exploitation. Shutterstock.com

November 8, 2018

How to keep slave‑caught seafood off your plate

Jessica Meeuwig, The University of Western Australia; Andrew Forrest, The University of Western Australia; David Tickler, The University of Western Australia, and Dirk Zeller, The University of Western Australia

A lack of sustainability, profitability and transparency in the global fishing industry is exacerbating the problem of slave-like working conditions for crew. Here are the warning signs to look out for.

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