Get the trash out of the splash!
On Saturday, September 17, 2022, thousands of volunteers headed towards the beaches, lakes, and streams of Alabama to remove trash and debris on land and under the water. Volunteers of all ages formed the largest one-day volunteer event in the state on behalf of clean oceans and waterways — Alabama’s Coastal Cleanup.
During last year’s cleanup, many dedicated volunteers braved rainy weather and were able to remove 26,336 pounds of debris. We are proud of our volunteers and a successful 2022 cleanup!
Pollution Prevention is the Key
Alabama’s Coastal Cleanup isn’t just about pollution cleanup — it’s also about pollution prevention. The event focuses on educating and empowering people to become a part of the marine debris solution.
What makes the Alabama Coastal Cleanup unique is its data collection component. Volunteers record specific types of marine debris being found, allowing Ocean Conservancy, sponsor of the International Coastal Cleanup, to compile, analyze and track this data year-by-year and make discoveries about the behaviors that cause the debris.
The final information is used to educate the public, business, industry, and government officials about the problem. We believe understanding the problem is the key to finding long-lasting solutions.
