These sustainability-tech companies use AI to improve ocean health by keeping plastics out, boosting coral reefs, and monitoring fish farms

• Companies are using AI tools and software to make the ocean cleaner and safer for aquatic wildlife.
• This includes tech that helps keep plastic out of the ocean and restore coral reefs.
• This article is part of "Build IT," a series about digital tech and innovation trends that are disrupting industries.

Marine plastic pollution is one of the most troubling environmental issues. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, about 14 million metric tons of plastic enter the ocean annually, accounting for 80% of ocean debris.