Plastic Strainer Project
Uppuweli & Linga Nagar
28 Jun 2025As part of ongoing efforts to prevent marine pollution at its source, Oceanpick partnered with the MAS Foundation for Change during the successful completion of Stage 1 of Sri Lanka’s pioneering Plastic Strainer Project. The strainers were designed and developed by MAS to combat floating plastic waste, we played a key supporting role by coordinating the identification of suitable installation locations and supporting future maintenance efforts to ensure long-term functionality.
The project focused on key sea-entry canals around Trincomalee, particularly near Uppuweli and Linga Nagar areas, identified based on water flow patterns and pollution hotspots where floating debris is most likely to travel toward the ocean. These strainers act as simple yet effective barriers, capturing plastic carried by surface currents before it reaches fragile marine ecosystems. Collected waste is then transferred to the Negombo Recycling Club (NRC) for sorting and processing, reinforcing a circular approach to plastic recovery.
Why this matters
to Oceanpick
- Prevents land-based plastic from entering the ocean, protecting marine biodiversity
- Demonstrates our commitment to supporting innovative pollution prevention solutions
- Strengthens partnerships with sustainability-focused organizations
- Contributes to long-term coastal and fisheries ecosystem health
Project
Impact
- Early interception of floating plastic before it reaches sensitive marine habitats
- Reduced risk of microplastic formation and wildlife harm
- Improved waste recovery through established recycling channels
- Established a scalable model for canal-based pollution control
Key
Activities
- Partnered with MAS Foundation for Change to support project implementation
- Coordinated site identification based on pollution hotspots and water movement
- Facilitated on-ground collaboration during installation
- Supporting ongoing maintenance to ensure continued effectiveness
Alignment to SDG
Gallery
Sustainability in Action
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Sampalthivu Beach Cleanup
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Program
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Continued Cleanup
Beach Cleaning (World Ocean Day)
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Series (2)
Sampalthivu Beach Cleanup
World Ocean Day Mangrove Cleanup
International Coastal Cleanup Day