Ocean Cleanup

The Ocean Cleanup project is an incredible initiative to clean up the massive plastic soup that is floating in our oceans. A young Dutch inventor, Boyan Slat, founded the project when he was only 18 years old.

The Ocean Cleanup

The idea is relatively simple. Instead of using ships to collect all the plastic, the ocean cleanup uses the natural currents to guide the plastic towards collection platforms. This passive system is a much more efficient way to collect the plastic compared to using ships.

The plastic that is collected will be recycled into new products. This closes the loop and gives the plastic a new life.

Why is this important for Green Boating?

The plastic soup in our oceans is a massive problem. Not only does it harm marine life, but it also affects the quality of the water and the overall health of the ocean ecosystem. As green boaters, we care deeply about the state of our oceans and waterways.

The Ocean Cleanup is a great example of how innovative thinking can solve big environmental problems. We hope to see more initiatives like this in the future.

Follow the project at: https://www.theoceancleanup.com