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River Plastic Barrier Shows Promise in Reducing Ocean Pollution
A Dutch company's innovative technology, the Great Bubble Barrier, has been effective in capturing 86% of river plastic. The system uses air bubbles to trap plastic and debris, allowing it to be collected and removed from the waterway. This approach has the potential to significantly reduce ocean pollution.
The essential points
- 01The Great Bubble Barrier captures 86% of river plastic using air bubbles.
- 02The system is effective in preventing plastic from entering the ocean.
- 03Data collected from the barrier informs policy to prevent plastic pollution in the first place.
The full brief
A Dutch company's innovative technology, the Great Bubble Barrier, has been effective in capturing 86% of river plastic. The system uses air bubbles to trap plastic and debris, allowing it to be collected and removed from the waterway. This approach has the potential to significantly reduce ocean pollution.