This is one outcome that I have been fighting for 7 years to accomplish. It may not be directly involved with the Marine keeping hobby but it could have a possitive impact in time if other island nations follow it.
On August 23 2012 the American Samoa Government Banned the importation of all soaps and detergents that contain phosphates this action will help reduce the stress being placed upon the coral reefs by reducing harmful Algae blooms that have been overgrowing and killing the corals. I hope this action taken will be noticed and followed throughout the Pacific.
Happy Reef Keeping
Michael R. King
On August 23 2012 the American Samoa Government Banned the importation of all soaps and detergents that contain phosphates this action will help reduce the stress being placed upon the coral reefs by reducing harmful Algae blooms that have been overgrowing and killing the corals. I hope this action taken will be noticed and followed throughout the Pacific.
Happy Reef Keeping
Michael R. King