Changing the Future with New Collection Methods
Our collection activities are a comprehensive effort that combines the collection of hard-to-recover marine debris by utilizing small collection devices at sea and in rivers with collection by small beach cleanups. Our collection activities include oceanographic surveys using low-cost, low-environmental-impact equipment, and we promote recycling of collected trash through material-conscious sorting activities. Together with local communities, we aim to realize a recycling-oriented society while protecting the marine environment.
Marine Debris Collection System
At Sea
The Marine Debris Collection System for Ocean is an innovative technology that makes it possible to collect waste in previously inaccessible or remote areas of the ocean. It is characterized by a design that takes into account the collection of not only floating plastic waste but also microplastics. The simple structure utilizing fishing gear realizes low cost and pushes the collection of litter to a new stage, which had been given up until now. This will help protect the marine environment and fulfill our responsibility to future generations.
At Rivers
The Marine Debris Collection System for Rivers uses the current of the river to collect plastic waste and other debris flowing from upstream, preventing it from being discharged into the ocean. The simple structure using fishing gears realizes low cost, and the system is scalable from small rivers with a width of 10 m to medium-sized rivers with a width of 100 m or more. In addition, by collecting the litter within the river area, the source of the litter can be clarified, which is useful in preventing recurrence.
Beach Cleanups with Sorting
Our beach cleanup method is an innovative initiative to visualize the collected waste as data by sorting and weighing it by material. This data is not only useful for research and policy recommendations, but also leads to the process of recycling the separated trash. By recycling plastics, metals, and other materials as new resources, we promote not only environmental conservation but also the creation of a sustainable society. This is a future-oriented activity that combines science and practice in cooperation with the local community.
Colleaction
- Protection of ecosystems
- Enhancement of the landscape
- Raise participants’ awareness
Sorting
- Improved recycling efficiency
- Reduce environmental impact
- Promote a sustainable, recycling-oriented society
Weighing
- Visualization of activity results
- Improvement and efficiency through data
Participate in Beach Cleanups
Information about the beach cleanup will be posted on various social networking sites.
If you have any questions, please contact us using the inquiry form below.