New York City, New York Mar 12, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Imagine a world where oceans are free from plastic pollution—marine life thrives, ecosystems are restored, and microplastics no longer taint the food chain. For over a decade, The Ocean Cleanup has led the charge with innovative technologies to combat this global crisis.
With trillions of plastic pieces polluting our oceans today, the problem is not only vast but worsening. Plastic persists for decades, breaking down into microplastics that infiltrate marine ecosystems, harm wildlife, and ultimately enter the human food chain. The Ocean Cleanup is addressing this global emergency head-on with a bold mission: to clean up 90% of floating ocean plastic pollution by 2040.
A DUAL STRATEGY FOR A PLANET-SIZED PROBLEM
The Ocean Cleanup combats plastic pollution by intercepting waste in rivers and cleaning up ocean debris. Millions of tons of plastic enter oceans yearly, mostly from rivers. Their Interceptor technologies stop thousands of tons in polluted rivers, while systems like System 03 extract debris from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—the largest ocean plastic accumulation. This dual approach tackles both the source and existing pollution, driving progress toward cleaner oceans and healthier ecosystems.
FROM A SIMPLE IDEA TO A GLOBAL MOVEMENT
The Ocean Cleanup’s journey began with a simple yet powerful question from its founder, Boyan Slat. At just 16 years old, he noticed more plastic bags than fish while scuba diving in Greece. This observation sparked an idea that grew into a moonshot project. In 2012, Slat presented his vision in a TEDx talk, which went viral and laid the foundation for The Ocean Cleanup. Today, the organization is a global leader in the fight against plastic pollution, driven by a team of scientists, engineers, and advocates united by a shared mission.
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
The Ocean Cleanup invites individuals, businesses, and governments to join this critical mission. By supporting their efforts, you can help turn the tide on plastic pollution and protect the oceans for generations to come.
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