On March 18, 1967, the SS Torrey Canyon oil spill marked a significant environmental disaster, affecting marine ecosystems and leading to increased awareness of ocean pollution. In response, initiatives like Plastic Odyssey, led by Simon Bernard, aim to combat plastic pollution through global research and local solutions. Researcher Anneliese Hodge studies the impact of chemical pollutants, particularly from sunscreens, on marine life and suggests potential solutions to mitigate these effects.