VOICED : Fishing nets recycled into skateboards in Chile

The video discusses a recycling initiative in Chile, led by entrepreneur Bank Knappers, to collect and recycle used fishing nets. This effort addresses ocean pollution, particularly the 640,000 tons of fishing gear dumped annually, which contributes to ghost fishing. The initiative benefits local fishermen by providing a solution to dispose of old nets, reducing health risks and environmental damage. Recycled nets are transformed into products like skateboards, saving energy and lowering carbon footprints. After recycling 40 tons of nets in two years, the team plans to expand the venture to the United States.

What motivated Bank Knappers and his friends to start the recycling venture?

• A desire to create new products

• The abundance of abandoned fishing nets

• A need for financial gain

• A government mandate

What percentage of ocean pollution is attributed to fishing gear, according to the United Nations?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

How did recycling old fishing nets benefit the fishermen?

• It provided them with new fishing equipment

• It reduced health risks and environmental hazards

• It increased their annual income

• It allowed them to travel more

What is one of the products made from recycled fishing nets?

• Bicycles

• Skateboards

• Furniture

• Surfboards

What is a significant environmental benefit of recycling plastic?

• It requires more energy than producing new plastic

• It increases the production of new plastic

• It has no impact on energy consumption

• It lowers the carbon footprint