Harnessing AI to Clean up Beaches from Plastic Pellets • Signe Simonsen & Julian Wood

Dec 30, 2024

Signe Simonsen, a former Danish army captain and founder of Race for Oceans, shares her inspiring journey into environmental advocacy. She discusses how her military background fuels her mission to combat plastic pollution using innovative AI-driven technology like drones and robots. The conversation highlights the journey of plastic pellets from factories to beaches, emphasizing the need for effective clean-up solutions. Signe calls for public awareness and collaboration to create lasting impacts on ocean health, aiming for a cleaner future for generations to come.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Tracing the Origins of Plastic Pollution: From Factory to Beach

02:21 • 2min

Understanding the Journey of Plastic Pellets to Our Shores

04:04 • 2min

Innovative Solutions to Beach Pollution

06:00 • 4min

Strategic Steps in AI-Powered Beach Cleanup Initiatives

09:53 • 2min