Sustainable and Circular Technology for Marine Plastic Waste Management

Marine plastic pollution poses a critical threat to ecosystems, human health, and the global economy. Addressing this challenge requires innovative and scalable solutions that align with sustainability and circular economy principles. This study introduces a novel technology for the collection and recycling of marine plastics using energy-efficient methods integrated into maritime operations. The device, mounted on the aft of ships, utilizes waste energy from exhaust heat to power a system that collects, separates, and recycles floating plastics. Key features of the system include:

 

A centrifugal separator powered by heat transferred from the ship's exhaust.

A plastic melting and granulation unit that converts waste into reusable materials such as granules for new products.

This system operates without an independent energy source, enabling its application in remote areas inaccessible to conventional cleanup systems. It incorporates a protective mesh to prevent harm to marine organisms during the collection process.