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The Pollution Solution
Experts warn that by 2050, there could be more plastic than fish in the ocean, with rivers serving as the main pathways for debris. Since the mid-1970s, Aquarius Systems has developed innovative solutions to tackle this problem, beginning with the first Aquatic Trash Skimmer in Venice, Italy.
Today’s state-of-the-art Trash Hunters and Marine Debris Skimmers remove floating debris from rivers, lakes, and reservoirs—capturing plastics, tree branches, tires, and more—before they reach oceans. For example, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District collected 1,545 cubic yards of debris in a single year, preventing thousands of washing-machine-sized loads of trash from entering Lake Michigan.
Programs like the Passaic River skimmer initiative remove hundreds of tons of trash annually, protecting both freshwater and marine ecosystems. These efforts show that innovative technology, combined with persistent cleanup and prevention strategies, can make a meaningful difference in reducing water pollution globally.
Read the full article on our website: The Pollution Solution
World Water Day, March 22
World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, highlights the importance of freshwater and sustainable management of water resources. It encourages global awareness, action, and solutions to challenges such as water pollution, scarcity, and the protection of aquatic ecosystems.
Aquarius Systems supports healthy waterways by providing tools and solutions to manage aquatic plants and maintain water quality.
Read the full article on our website: World Water Day, March 22
Snowstorms Triple Trash in Anacostia River
Following a series of heavy snowstorms, the Anacostia River saw a surge in debris — nearly three times the usual amount collected by D.C.’s Water and Sewer Authority. Crews work year-round to remove hundreds of tons of trash from the water, but winter runoff can make the problem worse.
Efforts like D.C.’s bag tax and community cleanup programs aim to reduce the amount of plastic and litter entering the river, protecting local waterways and wildlife.
Read the full article on our website: Snowstorms Triple Trash in Anacostia River
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