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Our solutions: detection and measurement

SCI Drones: seeing from above to take targeted action

Together with our partner SCI Drones, we map plastic waste using aerial imagery analysed by artificial intelligence. This technology allows us to pinpoint accumulation zones, target our interventions, and measure their effectiveness.

Map of waste identified by drone along a coastline, where each red dot represents debris
Each dot represents debris identified by artificial intelligence. Image: SCI Drones

How it works

Detect, compare, verify

1

Aerial Survey

The drone captures images of the beach following a precise flight path.

2

Analysis

Artificial intelligence detects and maps waste across the captured images.

3

Cleanup

The BeBot and our teams deploy directly to the most affected areas.

4

Measurement

A second flight compares before and after, providing tangible proof.

Partnered with the BeBot

Demonstrable results

Initial deployment: Kota Kinabalu, alongside the arrival of the BeBot. Each cleanup operation is framed by two drone flights to accurately measure the treated surface area and the volume of waste collected.

  • ✓Pollution heatmaps to determine where to intervene
  • ✓Longitudinal monitoring, beach by beach
  • ✓Visual proof for our partners and donors

Measuring to inspire trust

Every donation also supports measuring our impact: it is our commitment to accountability, backed by concrete data and imagery.