Curtis Ebbesmeyer

Curtis Ebbesmeyer is an oceanographer and researcher known for his work on ocean currents and their impact on marine debris. He gained prominence through his study of a shipping container spill in 1990 that released thousands of rubber ducks and toys into the Pacific Ocean. Ebbesmeyer tracked their movement to understand currents better and monitor ocean health. His findings highlight how ocean debris travels long distances, affecting ecosystems and coastal communities. By using these floating objects as markers, he sheds light on the patterns of marine debris and its implications for environmental policy and conservation efforts.