How Bubble Barriers Contribute to Achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

Plastic pollution is a global challenge affecting our rivers, oceans, and the ecosystems that depend on them.[1] At The Great Bubble Barrier, we’ve created an innovative, nature-based solution to tackle this issue close to the source. Our mission is to protect rivers...

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Bubble Barrier Amsterdam: A Success in Tackling Plastic Pollution

In 2019, Amsterdam became the first city in the world to deploy the innovative Bubble Barrier technology in its iconic canals. Initially launched as a pilot, this pioneering solution has proven its effectiveness and is now set to become a permanent feature in the...

Research into the Effects of Plastic Pollution on Human Rights

Author: Jacqueline HaitzEditor: Judith de Waard Research[1] shows that every stage of the plastic life cycle harms the environment and human rights. In June, the UN Human Rights Council commissioned a three-year study on “Plastic Pollution and Its Implications...

Meet our Impact Researcher, Finn Begemann

Understanding and quantifying our impact is an essential part of the work we do at The Great Bubble Barrier. Today we chat with Finn Begemann, our former Impact Researcher, to learn more about how our Science Department explores and analyses our impact. Author: Judith...

How Do We Monitor Plastic Pollution in Rivers?

Bubble Barriers are effective tools for catching plastic pollution in rivers. After removing the plastic waste from waterways, we are able to closely sort and monitor the catch. The collected data provides us with valuable insights into the levels of pollution in...