PEDLS Jenna Jambeck — Panel

Speaker: Jenna Jambeck, Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor of Environmental Engineering, University of Georgia
Location: ARMS Atrium
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School or Program: College of Engineering, Environmental and Ecological Engineering
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Multifaceted Challenges of Plastic Pollution and Possible Remedies


Hosted by the College of Engineering and Environmental and Ecological Engineering

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Abstract

As discussed by Jambeck, plastic pollution poses an urgent environmental challenge, with human health, ecosystem and global economic implications. The panelists will explore the multifaceted challenge of plastic pollution and together discuss technological solutions, interdisciplinary approaches and actionable strategies to address plastic pollution at the local and global community levels.