Water conservation/The Great Bubble Barrier®

The Great Bubble Barrier®

Overview

The Great Bubble Barrier stands as a pioneering force in the battle against river pollution. Leveraging innovative technology, the company employs strategically placed bubble barriers to capture and redirect plastic waste in water bodies. This revolutionary approach not only mitigates water pollution but also prevents plastic from entering oceans and harming aquatic life. The Great Bubble Barrier's method showcases the power of inventive solutions in environmental conservation, offering a tangible way to address a global crisis. By effectively intercepting plastic waste before it spreads, the company's approach actively contributes to the preservation of fragile aquatic ecosystems and the broader marine environment.

This dynamic technology aligns perfectly with the growing demand for actionable solutions to plastic pollution. The Great Bubble Barrier's commitment to cleaning rivers underscores the critical role technology can play in safeguarding our planet's waterways and inspiring positive change on a global scale.

Philip Ehrhorn
CTO and Co-founder
Operating since 2017
Impact
86 %
Catch rate based on pilot data
80 kg
of inorganic dry debris collected by Bubble Barrier Amsterdam every month
15.500 pieces
of inorganic dry debris collected by Bubble Barrier Amsterdam every month

Eco-systems impacted by The Great Bubble Barrier®
Cities and Towns
Lakes
Rivers
Sectors improved by The Great Bubble Barrier®
Climate Change Mitigation
Waste Management
Industrial Efficiency
Ocean Conservation
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Products & services
The Bubble Barrier System, Implementation and Maintenance Services,

Suitable for
  •  Ecology restoration
Type of solution
  •  Water body cleanup
  •  Water body restoration
Key features
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Versatile
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Extensive reach
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Safe for fish passage
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Operates 24/7
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Open for ship traffic
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Increased dissolved oxygen
Method and technique

The Great Bubble Barrier employs an innovative method to intercept and remove plastic pollution from waterways using a bubble curtain system. This technique involves placing a perforated tube diagonally across the riverbed, through which compressed air is pumped, creating a continuous stream of bubbles that rise to the surface. As these bubbles ascend, they generate an upward water flow that directs buoyant plastic waste toward the banks, where it is collected for removal. This approach effectively captures floating debris without hindering aquatic life or vessel navigation. Bubble curtains, also known as pneumatic barriers, have been utilized in various environmental applications, such as containing oil spills and reducing underwater noise pollution. By adapting this technology, The Great Bubble Barrier offers a sustainable solution to address plastic pollution in rivers and canals.

Working towards SDGs
Working towards SDGs
Working towards SDGs
Working towards SDGs
Working towards SDGs
Working towards SDGs
Contact
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Address
Moezelhavenweg 9 1043 AM Amsterdam The Netherlands
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