INSPIRE project

INFORDATA SISTEMI FOR

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO FREE EUROPEAN RIVERS FROM PLASTIC

Plastic pollution is becoming a major concern. Currently, it is estimated that there are approximately 150 million tons of potentially harmful plastic in the oceans. If the situation remains unchanged, the amount of plastic in the oceans is expected to increase each year. Rivers and estuaries play an important role in transporting plastic from land to sea, but the ecosystems and biodiversity of the rivers themselves are also affected by plastic pollution.

The main objective of INSPIRE is to contribute to a drastic reduction in waste, macro and microplastics in European rivers through a holistic approach, bringing together 20 technologies and actions focused on:

Detection
Collection
Prevention

Through its multifaceted approach, the project aims to:

Quantify, collect, and reduce plastic waste
Extend the shelf life of fresh products
Produce biodegradable materials
Establish efficient zero-waste supply chains

Geographical implementation of INSPIRE

20 technologies and actions have been identified and brought together to meet the needs of a holistic approach to the removal of waste, plastic, and microplastics from 6 rivers through detection, collection, and prevention.