Future of the Environment

These boats are using tourists to clean up Amsterdam's canals

A view of one of the most photographed buildings at the intersection of Prinsengracht and Brouwersgracht canal in Amsterdam April 24, 2013. The Royal celebrations in the Netherlands this week put the country and the capital Amsterdam on front pages and television screens around the world with an orange splash. There's plenty to see and do in 48 hours in this compact city, where the world-famous Rijksmuseum only recently reopened after an extensive renovation. Picture taken April 24, 2013.  To match story TRAVEL-AMSTERDAM/  REUTERS/Michael Kooren (NETHERLANDS - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY)

This boat company gives guests a tour of the city whilst they clear the water of plastic. Image: REUTERS/Michael Kooren

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