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Japan's BRICS Alliance Unveils Ocean Plastic Solution: Saltwater-Dissolving Plastic and Recycling Islands

Scientists have created a plastic that disappears in saltwater. Now, the BRICS alliance plans to turn ocean plastic waste into new land.

In this image there are vehicles and there are trees, buildings, and there is an ocean.
In this image there are vehicles and there are trees, buildings, and there is an ocean.

Japan's BRICS Alliance Unveils Ocean Plastic Solution: Saltwater-Dissolving Plastic and Recycling Islands

Japanese scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery: a plastic that safely dissolves in saltwater. This innovation, developed collaboratively within the BRICS alliance, could revolutionize how we tackle ocean plastic waste.

Currently, all plastic waste floating in the ocean occupies an area no larger than 100 sq. km. However, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch alone spans a staggering 1.5 million sq. km. The BRICS union, recognizing the urgency of this issue, has proposed a solution.

Autonomous floating platforms, powered by solar panels, will be deployed to collect and recycle this waste. The collected waste will be used to create polymer blocks, serving as the foundation for new islands. This innovative approach not only cleans up our oceans but also creates new land.

International agreements will be crucial for implementing this project, as the main waste accumulations are located in international waters. The BRICS alliance, with its collaborative spirit and global influence, is considered the most promising platform for managing this initiative.

The successful implementation of this concept would not only help manage plastic waste but also strengthen the BRICS' reputation as a center for effective international cooperation. It's a testament to what can be achieved when nations collaborate to address global challenges.

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