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More than five tons of waste from the sea: Who cleans up when plastic keeps washing ashore?

Where Mallorca's coastal litter comes from

Currents, storm runoff, lost nets, and maritime activity all feed Mallorca’s coast pollution, with origin data still incomplete.

Published: October 12, 2026
More than five tons of waste from the sea: Who cleans up when plastic keeps washing ashore?

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What are the main sources contributing to Mallorca's coastal litter?

Waste comes from multiple sources, not just tourists. Currents, storm runoff, lost fishing nets, and maritime trade all contribute, and the exact origins are not easy to determine from the waste data alone.

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