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Thomas de Groote is transforming how communities tackle plastic pollution in rivers worldwide. Through his comprehensive, science-based model, he enables upstream communities to orchestrate coordinated efforts. His organization River Cleanup combines education, waste collection, data monitoring, and advocacy to prevent plastic waste from reaching the sea and ensure clean rivers.
Thomas de Groote is our latest elected Ashoka Fellow in Belgium
Ashoka Fellows are the world’s leading social entrepreneurs. They champion innovative new ideas that transform society’s systems, providing benefits for everyone and improving the lives of millions of people. Ashoka Fellows define the new roadmaps that allow people to thrive in this new environment, while providing solutions and demonstrating the how-tos. They are the ultimate role models in today’s world.
Ashoka Fellows in Belgium
Other Ashoka Fellows who have scaled in Belgium
Jérémy Lachal
Ashoka Fellow since Mar 2015
Jean Claude Rodríguez-Ferrera
Ashoka Fellow since Aug 2006
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