Learn how California researchers, supported by the Ocean Protection Council and California Sea Grant, are tackling microplastic pollution. 

OPC and California Sea Grant provided $1.9 million to fund five research projects addressing microplastics in California. These projects were selected through two competitive research calls focused on 1) improved understanding of aquatic microplastic contamination sources and ecological sensitivity, and 2) microplastic removal efficacy of low-impact development structural best management practices. 

A public webinar sharing findings from these research projects, with opportunity for direct Q&A with researchers, will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

For more information, please contact Kyla Kelly, Water Quality Program Manager (kyla.kelly@resources.ca.gov) with the subject line “OPC Microplastics Research”. 

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