VOICED : Finland begins fishing plastic ghost nets out of the Baltic

The video discusses the issue of ghost nets, which are abandoned fishing nets that contribute to plastic pollution in the Baltic Sea. These nets pose a threat to marine life, including fish, birds, and marine mammals. A Finnish crew is working to recover these nets using specialized hooks, but progress is slow. Despite the challenges, they have covered significant ground and recovered a substantial amount of netting. The project highlights the severity of the problem, especially in certain areas, and suggests that more countries are becoming aware of the issue. The team will soon decide whether to expand their efforts to other regions.

How much netting has been recovered by the team in the last three weeks?

What do researchers hope to achieve with their project on ghost nets?