The article also fails to mention that they're also developing a passive device specifically to plop in rivers and collect trash before it ever reaches the ocean.[1] The Ocean Cleanup has also specifically addressed the "why bother with what's already there?" question in a blog post they published a while ago.[2] Disappointing that the article didn't even bother to mention either of these.
I’m glad you mentioned this, as this was a low-hanging fruit that was proposed not too long ago.
Most countries seem pretty open to this solution as another measure to reduce garbage, as they don’t have a reliable way of enforcing garbage prevention.
Also, I don’t like the defeatist snark of the article either.
Most countries seem pretty open to this solution as another measure to reduce garbage, as they don’t have a reliable way of enforcing garbage prevention.
Also, I don’t like the defeatist snark of the article either.