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Greece's Sea Cleaners Tackle Mediterranean Trash Crisis
6 Nov
Summary
- A 72-meter ship and its 20-member crew clean Greek shores daily.
- Over 1,140 tonnes of waste collected, filling 22 Olympic pools.
- The project creates the largest database on Mediterranean marine pollution.
A significant initiative is underway to address marine pollution in Greece, spearheaded by the Typhoon Project. This program utilizes a 72-meter-long vessel and a dedicated 20-member crew to clean and document waste from the country's vast coastline.
Since its commencement in July 2019, the Typhoon Project has successfully removed over 1,140 tonnes of trash from inaccessible shores. This impressive feat is comparable to filling 22 Olympic-sized swimming pools. The collected waste is not only transported for recycling but also meticulously analyzed, contributing to the largest database on marine pollution in the Mediterranean.
Recognizing that much of the pollution originates inland, the foundation launched the Cyclone program in 2024. This expansion targets lakes, rivers, and archaeological sites with dedicated clean-up teams operating across Greece. The project also fosters environmental education by collaborating with local schools to raise awareness among students about the impact of plastic waste.
Through these efforts, the Typhoon Project aims to create responsible citizens and curb the excessive use of single-use plastics, ensuring a cleaner future for Greece's marine environments.
