Ocean Cleanup Project heads for Great Pacific Garbage Patch

The video discusses the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and the efforts of The Ocean Cleanup project to address plastic pollution. System 002, a U-shaped barrier, is designed to capture ocean plastic while allowing marine life to pass underneath. The project aims to remove 90% of floating ocean plastic by 2040. Previous systems faced challenges, such as slow movement and structural issues, leading to design improvements like inflatable buoys and parachutes to control speed. The video highlights the environmental and economic impacts of ocean garbage patches.

What is the primary function of the U-shaped barrier in the Ocean Cleanup System 002?

• To capture fish and marine life

• To measure ocean currents

• To collect plastic waste from the ocean

• To provide a habitat for marine animals

Where is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch located?

• Between Japan and Hawaii

• Between Hawaii and California

• Between the Philippines and Indonesia

• Between Australia and New Zealand

What is the ultimate goal of the Ocean Cleanup project by 2040?

• To eliminate all ocean garbage patches

• To remove 50% of ocean plastic

• To clean up the Atlantic Ocean

• To remove 90% of floating ocean plastic

What was a major issue with the initial design of System 001?

• It moved too quickly to capture plastic

• It was too expensive to operate

• It moved too slowly to retain captured plastics

• It was harmful to marine life

What modifications were made to System 002 to address speed control issues?

• Added solar panels

• Incorporated giant inflatable buoys and a parachute

• Reduced the size of the barrier

• Increased the number of ships towing the system