Thousands of abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) litter coastal waterways all over the country, obstructing navigational channels, causing harm to the environment, and diminishing commercial and recreational activities. For many communities, assessing, removing, and disposing of these vessels is complex and requires significant financial resources.
Over the past year, experts from across the country shared their experiences, solutions, and lessons learned through NOAA’s Salvaging Solutions to Abandoned and Derelict Vessels monthly webinar series.
You can now watch the webinars on NOAA’s Marine Debris Program website.
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