Marine Chemistry Working Groups

Overview & Synopsis

This document covers many matters of
concern in marine chemistry, with an emphasis on contaminants of emerging
concern. It goes on to describe techniques for passive sampling for pollutants
in marine environments, chemical emissions associated with offshore renewable
energy developments, microplastics and their environmental impacts, sediment
quality guidelines and criteria, and nutrients and chlorophyll in marine
ecosystems. The discussion on ocean acidification features in tandem with
international, national, and regional activities relevant to contaminants in
biota. The resource is invaluable to researchers and environmental professionals
working on marine pollution and health issues in oceans, as it provides a
complete overview of the ever-growing concerns regarding marine chemistry facing
the impacts of climate change and human industrial activities.