Tall Ships Race Highlights Baltic Sea's Environmental Crisis
50 classic vessels from 13 countries spotlight eutrophication and climate impact in Baltic Sea.
- The race began in Klaipeda, Lithuania, and will end in Szczecin, Poland, in early August.
- Participants include historic ships, some over a century old, teaching global crews teamwork and sailing skills.
- Eutrophication, driven by nutrient accumulation, is causing harmful algae growth in the Baltic Sea.
- The event returns after a seven-year hiatus, with Russian vessels banned due to geopolitical tensions.
- The Baltic Sea is a crucial trade and military route, now fully surrounded by NATO members.
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