Boyan Slat
1994
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Biography
Boyan Slat is a Dutch inventor and entrepreneur known for founding The Ocean Cleanup, a non-profit organization aiming to develop advanced technologies to rid the world's oceans of plastic. He became passionate about the environment and sustainability from a young age, leading him to start The Ocean Cleanup project while still a teenager. Slat's innovative ideas and dedication to environmental conservation have gained international recognition, making him a prominent figure in the fight against ocean pollution.
Famous Quotes (5)
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We need to work on a combination of removing the plastic from the ocean but also stopping the plastic from getting there in the first place.
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It is technically possible to extract 90% of floating ocean plastic pollution, and by combining ocean cleanup with source reduction, we can truly make a significant impact.
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If you want to reach a goal, you have to minimize the power of the 'if'.
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The oceans are the heart of our planet. To protect it is to protect ourselves.
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Let's not only clean up the mess, but also stop the problem at its source!