From the deep Atlantic to the ice caps of the Arctic
Dr La Daana Kanhai found plastic pollution in every marine environment she’s explored. She talks with Dr Anjani Ganase, and suggests the steps for people on a small island like Tobago to minimise plastics in their ocean We continue the discussion about plastic pollution in Trinidad and Tobago with Dr La Daana Kanhai, marine scientist who has researched the pervasive presence of microplastics in the marine environment, even in the most remote and pristine places on earth. In Trinidad and Tobago, La Daana hopes to be able to continue her research on this issue of plastic pollution; and to use her work and experiences to bring awareness to the growing plastic problem; and to inspire others to make the changes needed. Growing up in the small village of Tortuga in Trinidad’s Central Range – she had a view of the Gulf of Paria - La Daana’s curiosity in nature around her home quickly extended to the marine environment. Vacations took her to the coast and to exp...