Interceptor 006 Has Tackled Over 850,000 KG of Trash in Guatemala So Far

Interceptor Barricade is now operational and capturing plastic in the Rio Las Vacas, Guatemala. As of June 13, over 850,000 kg has been extracted from the river by The Ocean Cleanup since the end of April.

“Now we await the real test: a heavy flood and a trash tsunami bringing hundreds of tons of plastic in just a few hours – in the hope that we can fully validate our solution and end these yearly floods of plastic into the Caribbean Sea.’’ - Boyan Slat.

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[macrichardson]

I know others have stated this but I will say it again for all of humanity. WE THANK YOU. This company does not get anywhere the amount of gratitude that it deserves for what it has done for our planet. WE should all be thankful, greatful, and supportive.

[ItoeKobayashi]

That is a truly mind-numbing amount of trash to have already collected BEFORE the big tide. It's such a relief to see the new model working so well! We're all rooting for you!

[TakingtheTRASHOUTwithAaron]

Wow! That is a lot of plastics stopped from reaching the Caribbean Sea and that is before the big rains. I have so much gratitude to The Ocean Cleanup!
Thank you Boyan Slat!

[andylees]

You are doing more for the health of the planet than anyone else. What an awesome individual you are. Kudos Slat🤛🏻

[gergo]

You guys are amazing. I wish succes and good health to every single person who works for the Ocean cleanup!

[jacquielee]

Unbelievable amount of plastic & rubbish, you guys should be so very proud of the hard work put in. Amazing results from the new production and placement of the Interceptor. The world is becoming a better place thanks to you .... CHAMPIONS

[danielyeap]

Would love it if you could post a timelapse of all the trash getting taken out 😍 awesome work!

[GMad-scuk]

This is the kind of thing EVERYONE can and should get behind! Real tangible progress of large amounts of trash being removed and recycled! Outstanding job to all involved!! Talk about seeing a problem and actually doing something about it! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Bravo 🙌

[infernothedj]

So proud of your work! This kind of thing needs government support and diligent effort to stop the trash from entering the water in the first place, as this problem will never go away otherwise

[micheley]

I would love it if this guy got some kind of award… some Nobel prize of humanitarianism

[TGGWarehouse]

This guy is an inspiration. No spraying paint on artwork, no stopping people from getting to work, just pure action.

[dogloverjb]

people actually making a real difference in the world.... they are priceless souls.

[Zebby-grwi]

I don't understand how this channel doesn't have more views, this stuff should make the news!!! its treated almost casually when this is the biggest deal!!! that is so much trash!!! whole ecosystems are benefitting from this, I wish it got more coverage, I love seeing what you guys do

[justinmclean]

incredibly simple and effective design of these. using the angle of the barricades to funnel them to a choke point for removal is just the cherry on top. well done guys

[MarDos]

The new system looks amazing and much less intrusive to the river. Awesome work. Thank you so much!💚

[tweetyuno]

Thank you, Boyan. I feel your pain, and as Guatemalan from the bottom of my heart, I really appreciate your collaboration to clean up our rivers.God bless you for taking care of his creation.❤❤

[loclnor]

You are all doing a brilliant job - I am so glad that there are people like yourselves in the world. Thank you Boyan and your dedicated teams.

[musicilike]

These are without doubt the BEST videos that the tube has to offer. Love these ocean and river clean up vids.

[Kinetic_ions]

This is absolutely phenomenal! I was here brainstorming solutions to the insane amounts of pollution (primarily land and sea) that exists around the world, and decided to do some research. I am pleased to know that people like you guys are making such a positive impact on the environment and on developing countries. This act of consideration I believe will resonate throughout, influencing governments to prioritize the health and welfare of their citizens and inhabitants. Stopping trash by implementing an artificial barrier/filter before it drifts to the ocean is a brilliant solution! Great work!

[donkoltz]

Can't wait to see it perform against the the floods from the rains. No matter what happens you all are on the path to success. Keep it up!!!!