Trash Trackers: Using Data and AI to Help Solve Plastic Pollution

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January 27, 2026

11:00 am to 11:45 am EST

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Trash Trackers: Using Data and AI to Help Solve Plastic Pollution

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Trash Trackers: Using Data and AI to Help Solve Plastic Pollution

Plastic pollution is a massive global issue, but data can help us tell a story that leads to solutions. We will break down overwhelming global production numbers into relatable terms and explore how data-driven initiatives are providing hope by helping to stop plastic from entering our oceans.

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January 27, 2026

11:00 am to 11:45 am EST

Grade Level: 4-8

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