ENVIRONMENTAL Quantification 

Plastic At Sea offers specialized waste quantification services tailored to manufacturers seeking to comprehensively assess the environmental impact of their materials. By emphasizing sustainability and data-driven insights, we enable companies to make informed decisions and reduce their environmental footprint.

Our basic services include :

Waste audit and characterization: we carry out in-depth waste audits to identify and categorize the types and quantities of waste generated throughout a product's life cycle. This includes a detailed analysis of plastic waste, among other materials. Our characterization process provides a precise breakdown of waste streams, enabling customers to identify areas for improvement.

Microplastic Quantification: We are equippedwith state-of-the-art technology to detect the presence of microplastics in various environmental matrices. 

Environmental impact assessment: We go beyond waste quantification by assessing the environmental impact associated with the waste identified. This includes assessing carbon emissions, energy consumption and the ecological consequences of waste disposal methods. Our comprehensive analysis helps companies understand the wider sustainability implications of their products.

Data analysis and reporting: we leverage state-of-the-art data analysis tools to transform raw waste data into actionable information. Our detailed reports provide customers with clear, quantifiable measures of their waste production, enabling data-driven decision-making and the development of targeted sustainability strategies.

Sustainability consulting: our team of experts offers tailor-made recommendations and strategies to minimize waste production, optimize recycling practices and improve overall environmental performance. We work closely with our customers to develop sustainable solutions that meet their corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.

Continuous monitoring and improvement: we support ongoing waste management efforts by establishing monitoring systems to track progress and identify opportunities for further waste reduction. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that our customers remain at the forefront of sustainable practices.

With our waste quantification services, companies can gain a comprehensive understanding of the environmental impact of their products and take meaningful steps towards a more sustainable and responsible future.

CURRENT PROJECTS

TRAP PROJECT

Participatory Strategies for Managing Plastic Pollution

Project duration: January 1, 2025 – January 1, 2028

The TRAP project combats plastic pollution along the coastline of the Eastern Coastal Functional Area (AFLE) by developing citizen science initiatives and fostering cross-border collaboration. The Mediterranean Sea, which is virtually enclosed, accumulates large quantities of plastic debris, affecting its ecosystems. The project takes an innovative approach by involving citizens in the collection and analysis of waste, thereby raising awareness and gathering data. The goal is to identify the sources and transport mechanisms that carry plastic into the sea, as well as the fate of the plastic, in order to implement effective prevention policies.

The TRAP project focuses on the AFLE coastal region and combines scientific sampling activities with numerical modeling approaches to develop a system for monitoring and predicting plastic accumulations in the environment. This initiative aims to address two main challenges: to deepen our understanding of the mechanisms governing the transport of plastic waste in the northwestern Mediterranean and to provide an operational tool designed to optimize waste management at various geographic scales.

Budget

Project budget: €936,062

ERDF Budget: €608,440

 
People are sorting waste to assess its environmental impact

Partners Involved 

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University of Barcelona (Lead Institution)

Project Manager: Dr. Anna Sanchez Vidal 

Polytechnic University of Catalonia

Project Leader: Dr. Jose Alsina 

Plastic At Sea 

A French company based in Banyuls-sur-Mer 

Project Leader: Dr. Edouard Lavergne

Head of the Quantification Division

Edouard Lavergne

Ph.D. in marine biology specializing in plastic quantification

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