* The project utilises seabins to prevent sea pollution and protect marine species at The Pearl-Qatar
United Development Company (UDC), master developer of The Pearl-Qatar and Gewan Island, has inaugurated a new environmental Seabin project, the "first of its kind" in Qatar, to prevent sea pollution and protect marine species at The Pearl-Qatar.
The event, which took place on the occasion of World Environment Day, was held in Porto Arabia Marina in the presence of senior officials from the UDC and the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).
Seabins have been installed in 10 different locations as part of this initiative.
"Driven by the UDC’s commitment to sustainability practices, the Seabin project is a multi-award-winning invention that acts as a floating trash bin and sucks waste, including plastic, oils and contaminants, from the water of docks and marinas, removing hazards to marine life and maintaining a healthy ecosystem," the UDC said in a statement.
The seabin is made of recycled material and its catch bag can hold up to 20kg.
Each day, the Seabin has the potential to collect almost 4kg of floating water pollution and filters over 2mn litres of water.
Per year, the seabin can collect approximately 1.4 tonnes of debris.
This is as many as 90,000 plastic shopping bags, 11,900 plastic bottles, 50,000 water bottles, 35,700 disposable, cups and 117,600 plastic utensils.
Seabin-collected waste is recycled and reused as part of the UDC’s ongoing recycling programme, which has helped recycle 22% of total waste generated at The Pearl-Qatar, the statement notes.
Starting with 10 seabins in Porto Arabia, the UDC estimates that within one year, 15 tonnes of microplastics, marine litter, oil, fuel and plastic fibres will be removed by filtering 2.3bn litres of water.
The UDC further plans to increase the number of seabins to 30, covering more locations in Porto Arabia and Qanat Quartier.
The Pearl-Qatar "prides itself on its multiple initiatives that reflect positively on the environment through recycling, pollution reduction, and energy- and water-saving measures”, the statement said.
“Through its recycling and waste management strategy, the UDC was able to achieve significant environmental savings at The Pearl-Qatar, which contribute to a healthy and balanced ecosystem, preserve natural resources and ensure the wellbeing of the Island’s residents and community," the statement added.
The UDC also plays a vital role in the National Climate Change Action Plan, which aims to position Qatar as a pioneer in climate change initiatives and is soon to introduce a new technology that leads to a significant reduction in carbon footprint.
The event, which took place on the occasion of World Environment Day, was held in Porto Arabia Marina in the presence of senior officials from the UDC and the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).
The locations of the seabins.
Seabins have been installed in 10 different locations as part of this initiative.
"Driven by the UDC’s commitment to sustainability practices, the Seabin project is a multi-award-winning invention that acts as a floating trash bin and sucks waste, including plastic, oils and contaminants, from the water of docks and marinas, removing hazards to marine life and maintaining a healthy ecosystem," the UDC said in a statement.
The seabin is made of recycled material and its catch bag can hold up to 20kg.
Each day, the Seabin has the potential to collect almost 4kg of floating water pollution and filters over 2mn litres of water.
Officials at the inauguration of the Seabin project at The Pearl-Qatar
Per year, the seabin can collect approximately 1.4 tonnes of debris.
This is as many as 90,000 plastic shopping bags, 11,900 plastic bottles, 50,000 water bottles, 35,700 disposable, cups and 117,600 plastic utensils.
Seabin-collected waste is recycled and reused as part of the UDC’s ongoing recycling programme, which has helped recycle 22% of total waste generated at The Pearl-Qatar, the statement notes.
Starting with 10 seabins in Porto Arabia, the UDC estimates that within one year, 15 tonnes of microplastics, marine litter, oil, fuel and plastic fibres will be removed by filtering 2.3bn litres of water.
The UDC further plans to increase the number of seabins to 30, covering more locations in Porto Arabia and Qanat Quartier.
The Pearl-Qatar "prides itself on its multiple initiatives that reflect positively on the environment through recycling, pollution reduction, and energy- and water-saving measures”, the statement said.
“Through its recycling and waste management strategy, the UDC was able to achieve significant environmental savings at The Pearl-Qatar, which contribute to a healthy and balanced ecosystem, preserve natural resources and ensure the wellbeing of the Island’s residents and community," the statement added.
The UDC also plays a vital role in the National Climate Change Action Plan, which aims to position Qatar as a pioneer in climate change initiatives and is soon to introduce a new technology that leads to a significant reduction in carbon footprint.
