The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organization focused on developing advanced technologies to remove plastic pollution from the world's oceans. Founded by Boyan Slat in 2013, the initiative aims to clean up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and other polluted areas by using floating barriers that collect plastic debris. In addition to ocean cleanup, The Ocean Cleanup also works on river systems to prevent plastic from entering the oceans. Their innovative systems are designed to capture and retain plastic while allowing marine life to pass safely underneath, contributing to a cleaner and healthier marine environment.