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🌊 The Great Pacific Garbage Patch isn't just a problem; it's a prime example of the threat to our oceans. This swirling mass of plastic, estimated to be twice the size of Texas, is often misunderstood as a solid island of trash, but it's more accurately described as a plastic soup. 🥤🌎 Did you know? Around 100 million kilograms of plastic float in this vast expanse, which contains a staggering 1.8 trillion pieces larger than 0.5 mm. To put that into perspective, it amounts to approximately 160 pieces per person living on our planet. 😱 What's even more alarming is that about 92% of the floating plastic mass in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch consists of larger objects, not just tiny microplastics. And while microplastics are a significant concern, these larger pieces pose a unique challenge. They continually fragment into smaller pieces, making them much harder to clean up. As a result, the longer this problem persists, the more difficult it becomes to address. 🚯 This Earth Day, let's not turn a blind eye to the devastating impact of plastic pollution on our oceans. It's time to take action and work towards solutions that will safeguard the health of our planet for generations to come. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that our oceans remain vibrant and thriving ecosystems. 🌍💙 #EarthDay #SaveOurOceans

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a bunch of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean. The Great Atlantic Garbage Patch is located within the North Atlantic Gyre. The NOAA characterizes a gyre as a vast network of circulating ocean currents. The Garbage Patch sees a buildup of debris largely due to non-biodegradable waste like plastics. Plastics do not degrade but instead, break into increasingly smaller pieces over time. These patches are almost made up of tiny bits of plastic, called microplastics. You can help reduce the patch by taking these actions: - Reduce plastic use - Recycle - Dispose of trash properly - Join a cleanup - Advocate for policies that reduce plastic use - Educate others about it #GreatPacificGarbagePatch #OceanPollution #PlasticPollution #MarineDebris #EnvironmentalConservation #Sustainability #OceanCleanup #PlasticWaste #ClimateChange

This year’s Earth Day theme — “Planet vs. Plastic“ — calls for a 60% reduction in plastic use by 2040. The billions of items of plastic waste that pollute oceans, lakes, and rivers, are also making their way into food systems, resulting in a direct threat to human health. The amount of plastic in our everyday life’s is astronomical, particularly shocking is the presence of microplastics in almost everything and everywhere. As Stephen Jamieson recently explained in a Future of Supply Chain podcast, “We're ingesting a credit card size worth of plastic every single week as humans, and the real health impacts of that, we don't truly know and don't truly understand.” There are great initiatives from organizations such as The Ocean Cleanup who are developing and scaling technologies to rid our oceans of plastic. The below post from The Ocean Cleanup shows the scale of the problem and how much more needs to be done to tackle this issue in order to protect the planet and our future on it. #PlanetvsPlastic #EarthDay #SaveOurPlanet #SaveOurOceans

Off the charts… PP (new category of plastic vs PE, PET, PVC etc)… PP - plastic pandemic 😷 Low hanging fruit are the bottles, packaging to other waste streams. The invisible issues, micro-plastics, permeates across much + ripple affects to ecosystems (aquatic & terrestrial) & health (human to river/ocean dwelling 🔱). The “Interceptors” range of tech developed for pretty much most situations, key bottle necks and pressure points in mind. With ~dozen key / major water arteries across our planet, the solutions are there, the will is there, policy is shaping, slowly slowly (poly poly, piano piano) we’re catching up… Then, what to do with the “catch”, step 2. When blended with local communities, empowering = step 3. Its a journey to balance ⚖️ progress, people, preservation & purpose. ONE. Sustainability Fund & ONE. CONGO 🙏🕊👣⚖️

Wow, just wow. There's a huge educational need or Governmental laws needed to address and mitigate this kind of pollution occurring in the first place. But the quantity of pollution caught here in just a few hours. Unbelievable. So, any keen EMIRATI youth listening in... here's my thoughts in relation to the UAE... Emirati Youth - high potential graduates with proven study and work ethic - should be encouraged and supported on ENVIRONMENTAL Studies: Areas that cover various aspects of environmental studies related to coral preservation, mangrove reforestation, ecological ways to reduce CO2 footprint, water preservation, Climate chaos, reducing plastics, pollution, and the technical expertise behind the usage of drones for environmental work. Here are some relevant fields of study: 1. Environmental Science: Graduate programs in environmental science often cover a broad range of topics related to environmental issues, including conservation, pollution control, and ecosystem management. 2. Marine Biology or Marine Science: Specializing in marine biology can provide a focus on coral preservation, mangrove ecosystems, and water preservation in marine environments. 3. Conservation Biology: This field focuses on the preservation of species and ecosystems, which can include efforts related to coral reefs, mangroves, and other habitats. 4. Environmental Engineering: Environmental engineering programs can provide technical expertise in developing solutions for reducing pollution, designing eco-friendly technologies, and water conservation methods. 5. Sustainability Studies: Sustainability programs often cover topics related to reducing carbon footprints, sustainable practices, and reducing plastic waste. 6. Environmental Policy and Management: Understanding policy frameworks and management strategies is essential for implementing effective environmental conservation initiatives. 7. Drone Technology and Applications and Remote Sensing and GIS (Geographic Information Systems): To provide technical expertise and skills in using drones for environmental monitoring, data collection, drone re-forestation on a grand scale, and ongoing conservation efforts. Very exciting areas where Emirati Youth could play major roles in the Future and Preservation of Earth as we know it.

Ever heard that a few bad apples can spoil the bunch? Turns out, just 10 river systems are tossing 88-99% of the plastic into our oceans 🤯 I’m into technology, so seeing modern tech tackle this? Absolutely awesome! The Ocean Cleanup is on a mission, using cutting-edge tech to fish out tons of plastic before it throws a party in our seas. Imagine that—a cleaner ocean with a bit of gadget wizardry! By focusing on just these 10 river systems, we can drastically cut down on the plastic pollution making its beachfront debut. It's not just about cleaning up! It’s about smart targeting. Knowing where to clean means we get maximum bang for our buck—and tech makes that possible. Tech meets environmentalism: It's like having the coolest gadgets, but instead of streaming the latest viral video, they're saving our seas. And for a tech nerd like me? That's the kind of plot twist I live for. With more innovation, can we design a future where rivers don’t just flow with water, but with solutions? I’m stoked to find out! Cheer on these environmental heroes and their techy tools—because when science gets savvy, our planet gets a little more hopeful 🌍💚 #technology #management #innovation

Effectively addressing plastic waste necessitates an integrated system that encompasses every stage of production and waste management. This river plastic catch solution The Ocean Cleanup showcases here serves as a pragmatic and straightforward approach, bridging the gap until more comprehensive strategies can be fully implemented at higher levels of the waste management hierarchy.

🌊 Interceptor 006 Update: A Strong Start to the Second Year 🌊 After a groundbreaking first year of operation, Interceptor 006 has embarked on its second year and first full rainy season in Guatemala with tremendous success. In just a matter of hours, it may have achieved its largest river catch yet, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing battle against plastic pollution. Our dedicated teams in Guatemala and Rotterdam are tirelessly working to extract the vast amount of waste captured by the Interceptor 006 from the Rio Las Vacas. Our deployment utilizes the Interceptor Barricade, a strategically positioned system consisting of two floating barriers. They efficiently capture plastic while allowing the natural flow of the river to continue underneath. With sturdy foundations anchored deep into the riverside, Interceptor 006 remains steadfast in its mission to prevent plastic pollution from further contaminating our oceans.

Single-use plastics continue to pose a significant threat to our marine environments. It’s crucial for us to support initiatives like The Ocean Cleanup while also taking personal responsibility to reduce our plastic use. 🌍 Let's make sustainable choices to minimize single-use plastics in our daily lives. Every small change contributes to a significant impact. 🌍

The technology is so simple but effective.