The challenge
Marine pollution, particularly plastic waste and trash, poses a significant threat to the fragile ecosystems and beautiful coastlines of the Cyclades islands.
The solution
Introducing Sea Bins in the Cyclades contributes to the reduction of marine pollution and enhances the environmental stewardship in the region. Sea Bins are innovative floating devices designed to collect floating debris, microplastics, and other pollutants from the water surface.
Achievements
The first Sea Bin system was established in 2019 in Naoussa, Paros, in close collaboration with the Municipality of Paros and the Nautical Club of Naoussa NAIAS, thanks to our partnership with Experiential Yachting.
The second Sea Bin system was established in the new fishing marina of Katapola, Amorgos, in 2022. The donation of the Sea Bin system to the Municipality of Amorgos and to the Professional Association of Fishers of Amorgos took place in the context of the AMORGORAMA initiative.
Our attempts to establish Sea Bin systems in the ports of Ermoupoli (Syros) and Naxos have been withdrawn due to technical difficulties.
GREEN STORIES / ERTFLIX https://www.ertflix.gr/en/vod/vod.131135-prasines-istories-lykos-programma-life-ip-4-natura-idryma-gia-tis-kyklades
Sea Bin operation 1 https://www.facebook.com/CycladesPreservationFund/videos/190198888757760
Sea Bin operation 2 https://www.facebook.com/CycladesPreservationFund/videos/185900539315462
Sea Bin operation 3 https://www.facebook.com/CycladesPreservationFund/videos/3286921584694254