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How a Passion for Oceans Can Utilize Synergies of Technology - Cleaning Beaches with Custom Robots

Offered By: GOTO Conferences via YouTube

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Ocean Conservation Courses Sustainability Courses Waste Management Courses Environmental Activism Courses Plastic Pollution Courses Marine Ecology Courses

Course Description

Overview

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Discover how technology can be harnessed to combat ocean pollution in this 29-minute conference talk from GOTO Amsterdam 2024. Explore the Race for Oceans program's innovative approach to cleaning Danish beaches using custom-built robots. Learn about the environmental impact of plastic pellets and the challenges of manual collection. Gain insights into the development of technological solutions for beach cleanup, including a live demonstration. Understand the future implications of this project and learn how to take action in supporting ocean conservation efforts. Dive into a comprehensive discussion on combining passion for oceans with cutting-edge technology to address critical environmental issues.

Syllabus

Intro
Agenda
Background
Race for Oceans
The challenge: what are plastic pellets?
The solution
Demo
The future
Take action
Outro


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GOTO Conferences

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