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Journey on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch - Exploring the Pazifik Müllinsel

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, also known as the "Müllinsel Pazifik" in German, is a stark reminder of our global plastic pollution crisis. This article highlights an extraordinary journey across the Pacific Ocean on a raft made from recycled materials to raise awareness about ocean pollution.

  • Two environmentalists sailed 2,600 miles on a raft made from 15,000 plastic bottles and airplane parts
  • The journey took 87 days, showcasing the extent of plastic pollution in the Pacific
  • They documented the "Pazifischer Müllstrudel" (Pacific Garbage Vortex), an area of marine debris twice the size of the US
  • The expedition aimed to draw attention to the urgent need for action against ocean pollution

24.2.2021

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The Junk Raft: A Vessel of Environmental Activism

The first page of the article introduces us to the innovative "junk raft" created by Dr. Marcus Eriksen and Joel Paschal. This unique vessel was constructed using approximately 15,000 plastic bottles, old aluminum spars, and parts from a Cessna 310 airplane, including the cockpit which served as the raft's cabin.

Definition: A "junk raft" in this context refers to a watercraft made primarily from discarded materials, serving both as a means of transportation and a statement about waste and recycling.

The raft's journey spanned 2,600 miles from Long Beach, California, to Ala Wai Harbor Fuel Dock on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. This ambitious voyage took 87 days, nearly three months, during which the explorers collected data and documented the state of ocean pollution.

Highlight: The use of discarded materials to construct a seaworthy vessel capable of crossing the Pacific Ocean demonstrates the potential for repurposing waste and highlights the abundance of plastic debris in our oceans.

The article emphasizes the explorers' primary goal: to raise awareness about ocean pollution resulting from excessive plastic consumption. They argue that in just half a century, human activity has transformed two-thirds of the ocean's surface into what they describe as a "plastic soup."

Quote: "Doing nothing is not an option and would be extremely immoral," the explorers stated, underscoring the urgency of addressing marine pollution.

This page also mentions a brief encounter with Roz Savage, adding an element of adventure to their already remarkable journey. The inclusion of this detail highlights the community of environmental activists and adventurers working to bring attention to ocean conservation issues.

Pacific plastic
Task 1: Understanding the text
1)
• boad made out of a bunch of plastic bottles, strapped together with old aluminium spars

Pacific Plastic: A Journey Across the Ocean

The article "Junk raft completes voyage to Hawaii" details an extraordinary expedition across the Pacific Ocean to raise awareness about marine pollution. Dr. Marcus Eriksen and Joel Paschal embarked on a 2,600-mile journey from California to Hawaii on a raft constructed entirely from recycled materials, including 15,000 plastic bottles and parts from an old Cessna 310 airplane.

Highlight: The "junk raft" was a creative solution to demonstrate the abundance of plastic waste in our oceans, serving as both a vessel and a powerful visual statement.

Their 87-day voyage aimed to draw attention to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a vast area of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean. The explorers documented their journey with photos and videos, capturing the alarming state of ocean pollution.

Vocabulary: The North Pacific Gyre, often referred to as the "Pazifischer Müllstrudel" in German, is a system of circular ocean currents that traps and concentrates marine debris.

During their journey, Eriksen and Paschal faced numerous challenges, including hurricanes that tested their resolve. However, they also experienced unexpected joys, such as meeting Roz Savage, an accomplished ocean rower.

Example: The explorers described the polluted areas of the ocean as a "toilet bowl that never flushes," vividly illustrating the extent of the problem.

The article emphasizes the urgency of addressing ocean pollution, noting that in just half a century, humans have transformed two-thirds of the ocean's surface into a "plastic soup." This expedition serves as a call to action, highlighting that inaction is not an option in the face of such environmental degradation.

Pacific plastic
Task 1: Understanding the text
1)
• boad made out of a bunch of plastic bottles, strapped together with old aluminium spars

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Journey on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch - Exploring the Pazifik Müllinsel

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, also known as the "Müllinsel Pazifik" in German, is a stark reminder of our global plastic pollution crisis. This article highlights an extraordinary journey across the Pacific Ocean on a raft made from recycled materials to raise awareness about ocean pollution.

  • Two environmentalists sailed 2,600 miles on a raft made from 15,000 plastic bottles and airplane parts
  • The journey took 87 days, showcasing the extent of plastic pollution in the Pacific
  • They documented the "Pazifischer Müllstrudel" (Pacific Garbage Vortex), an area of marine debris twice the size of the US
  • The expedition aimed to draw attention to the urgent need for action against ocean pollution

24.2.2021

2267

 

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The Junk Raft: A Vessel of Environmental Activism

The first page of the article introduces us to the innovative "junk raft" created by Dr. Marcus Eriksen and Joel Paschal. This unique vessel was constructed using approximately 15,000 plastic bottles, old aluminum spars, and parts from a Cessna 310 airplane, including the cockpit which served as the raft's cabin.

Definition: A "junk raft" in this context refers to a watercraft made primarily from discarded materials, serving both as a means of transportation and a statement about waste and recycling.

The raft's journey spanned 2,600 miles from Long Beach, California, to Ala Wai Harbor Fuel Dock on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. This ambitious voyage took 87 days, nearly three months, during which the explorers collected data and documented the state of ocean pollution.

Highlight: The use of discarded materials to construct a seaworthy vessel capable of crossing the Pacific Ocean demonstrates the potential for repurposing waste and highlights the abundance of plastic debris in our oceans.

The article emphasizes the explorers' primary goal: to raise awareness about ocean pollution resulting from excessive plastic consumption. They argue that in just half a century, human activity has transformed two-thirds of the ocean's surface into what they describe as a "plastic soup."

Quote: "Doing nothing is not an option and would be extremely immoral," the explorers stated, underscoring the urgency of addressing marine pollution.

This page also mentions a brief encounter with Roz Savage, adding an element of adventure to their already remarkable journey. The inclusion of this detail highlights the community of environmental activists and adventurers working to bring attention to ocean conservation issues.

Pacific plastic
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• boad made out of a bunch of plastic bottles, strapped together with old aluminium spars
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Pacific Plastic: A Journey Across the Ocean

The article "Junk raft completes voyage to Hawaii" details an extraordinary expedition across the Pacific Ocean to raise awareness about marine pollution. Dr. Marcus Eriksen and Joel Paschal embarked on a 2,600-mile journey from California to Hawaii on a raft constructed entirely from recycled materials, including 15,000 plastic bottles and parts from an old Cessna 310 airplane.

Highlight: The "junk raft" was a creative solution to demonstrate the abundance of plastic waste in our oceans, serving as both a vessel and a powerful visual statement.

Their 87-day voyage aimed to draw attention to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a vast area of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean. The explorers documented their journey with photos and videos, capturing the alarming state of ocean pollution.

Vocabulary: The North Pacific Gyre, often referred to as the "Pazifischer Müllstrudel" in German, is a system of circular ocean currents that traps and concentrates marine debris.

During their journey, Eriksen and Paschal faced numerous challenges, including hurricanes that tested their resolve. However, they also experienced unexpected joys, such as meeting Roz Savage, an accomplished ocean rower.

Example: The explorers described the polluted areas of the ocean as a "toilet bowl that never flushes," vividly illustrating the extent of the problem.

The article emphasizes the urgency of addressing ocean pollution, noting that in just half a century, humans have transformed two-thirds of the ocean's surface into a "plastic soup." This expedition serves as a call to action, highlighting that inaction is not an option in the face of such environmental degradation.

Pacific plastic
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