Ever since its inception, the day has seen over 6 million cleanup volunteers in over 90 countries. 2 days ago &0183 &32 Admission: 5 INFO: 1:30 to 3 p.m., March 5 200 New Hwy. Industries also face policies that would stop them from either producing such items or dumping them into the oceans. In order to prevent further damage, lobbying efforts are started at national and international levels. Once everything is identified and documented thoroughly, the governments are informed about the findings. Documentation included studying the trash’s material, where it could have come from, how long it would take to disintegrate, and what impact it would have on the ocean and the species living in it. Another important goal was to document and study the type of trash collected during the cleanup.
The idea was simple: Go to a local beach with a garbage bag and start picking up trash in order to reduce the amount that would be swept into the ocean by water or wind.Ĭleaning up the beaches wasn’t the only aim of the International Coastal Cleanup Day. What We Provide: All supplies other than gloves and personal care items such as water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. 24, 2023, as the cleanup continues at the site of of a Norfolk Southern freight train derailment that happened on Feb. They approached several environmental groups and activists with the idea, and in no time, the duo had enough support to start an official cleanup. Not only will the beach cleanup help wildlife and keep the beach safer for humans, but the information you record will help us learn about trends in marine pollution and help find solutions. Maraniss discussed her interest with O’Hara about starting a day to bring attention to the oceans’ growing pollution problem. The latter’s paper, which was due to be published next year, focused on plastic pollution in the ocean. In 1986, Maraniss was inspired by O’Hara’s work and dedication towards cleaning up the ocean. It was founded by Linda Maraniss and Kathy O’Hara, both of whom worked at the Ocean Conservancy, a nonprofit environmental agency that specializes in formulating resolutions and policies at federal and governmental levels. The International Coastal Cleanup Day came into existence more than 30 years ago. Looking to give back to the ocean and your community Join us for a two hour Beach Cleanup Ocean Institute beach cleanups removed over 1,700 pounds of trash in.
History of International Coastal Cleanup Day
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