Global River Cleanup & Recycling System
Stopping plastic pollution before it reaches the oceans
Concept by Richard Voldnes
Plastic pollution enters the oceans mainly through rivers. Around 1000 rivers contribute most of the plastic waste reaching the oceans. River Shield focuses on intercepting pollution before it spreads.
Removing accumulated waste along riverbanks and shallow areas using robotics and local teams.
Floating barriers guide plastic waste toward controlled collection zones.
A floating hub that sorts, compresses and manages waste.
Regional facilities convert collected waste into reusable materials.
Guides waste using natural river currents.
Autonomous systems that gather and transport debris.
Recycling containers with scanning and reward systems.
Connects users to recycling, tracking and cleanup services.
River Shield aims to create a global network of river cleanup systems, reducing plastic entering the oceans while creating jobs and recycling infrastructure.