"With AWS's technology, we can then better locate plastic hotspots, optimize our cleanup operations, and ensure we're protecting marine ecosystems while removing harmful plastic debris to achieve our ultimate goal of a 90% reduction in global ocean plastic pollution," said Boyan Slat, CEO and founder of The Ocean Cleanup.
The Ocean Cleanup has already removed 64 million pounds of marine trash. Our AI and cloud capabilities will enhance the organization’s ability to detect, track, and remove ocean plastic—accelerating its mission.
"This collaboration demonstrates how advanced cloud computing and AI can serve as powerful tools for environmental stewardship,” said Dr. Werner Vogels, Amazon’s chief technology officer. “Creating a blueprint for how technology can address critical environmental challenges across the globe."
All photos courtesy of The Ocean Cleanup.
A version of this story first published on an internal site for Amazon employees.
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