Coastal Cleanup Philippines

More than 107,000 Filipinos joined the 2014 International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) last September 20 & 27, 2014. Although total participation went down by 29% due to a weather disturbance, we are acknowledged as one of the top ten countries in the 2014 ICC.  Cleanup volunteers poured in beaches, coasts, rivers, waterways and underwater seas from 29 provinces and 350 cleanup sites to participate in this symbolic event. Zambales was No. 1 among top ten provinces in terms of volunteer turnout, followed by Cebu, NCR, Batangas, Surigao del Sur, Pangasinan, Cavite, Negros Occidental, Quezon and Catanduanes.  An estimated 14,828 bags of trash weighing 189,245.54 kilos were collected and 287.04 kilometers covered during beach/shoreline, waterway, underwater and watercraft cleanups. Of the total categorized debris items collected, about 67% belonged to the “Top Ten Debris” – a list of the most prevalent trash found in all the cleanups. Food wrappers (41%), cigarette butts ...

2013 beach cleanup in Olongapo City, Zambales "TURN THE TIDE ON TRASH!" Trash has infiltrated all reaches of our ocean, causing innumerable impacts to people, water quality, marine wildlife and economies and also one of the sources contributing to climate change. However, there is good news - ocean trash can be prevented by tackling trash at the source before it has a chance to reach the water. Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is a global volunteer-based initiative geared towards reducing the impacts of marine debris. Celebrated every year on the third Saturday of September, ICC mobilizes a multitude of volunteers from more than 90 countries and states to cleanup trash and debris from beaches/shorelines, rivers, lakes and waterways and to raise environmental awareness. Last year, there were 182, 408 volunteers nationwide who joined the ICC. They collected 794,181 kilograms of trash over 446 kilometers of beaches, rivers, waterways and underwa...

During the 2013 International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) held last September 21, cleanup volunteers have seen all kinds of trash washed out to shores, from unique items like toothbrushes, slippers, umbrellas and handbags to the ubiquitous food wrappers and plastic bags. They recorded every item listed in a data card to help build comprehensive solutions for trash free seas. Although ICC is just a one day event, volunteers have made a meaningful difference in the health and vitality of our seas, rivers and lakes. Cleanup volunteers may submit the results of the cleanup together with pictures and stories through the following: Email: iccphilippines@gmail.com On-line:  https://sites.google.com/site/iccphilippines/on-line-data-submission_2013

The 2013 ICC set for September 21, Saturday will push through. According to weather forecast from PAGASA, Saturday will be cloudy with light to moderate rain showers and thunderstorms. Chance of rain is 90% in the afternoon and evening with rainfall amount near 9.7 mm. Low tide level in Manila Bay will be 0.23 meters beginning at 4:46 am. Only those affected by heavy rains and floods need not come. Decision as to the participation of Elementary and High School students to the event will be placed on the discretion of the parents and school officials. ICC volunteers from government, business, industries and NGOs sectors are encouraged to attend. Don't forget to bring protection (umbrella, raincoat, jacket) in case it rains.

BEFORE THE CLEANUP FOR INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEERS: Signify your participation by signing up at:  https://sites.google.com/site/iccphilippines/sign-up-to-cleanup    or contacting ICC Philippines or a local ICC Coordinator by email or phone.  Know the basic information about ICC and its mechanics through the website. Become familiar with the new data card, the different debris listed and proper recording  Learn how to make estimations (i.e., 1 sack of debris ≥ 15 pounds or 7 kilos (15 x .45) and 1000 meters=1 kilometer).  Identify your cleanup site and know how to get there. Invite your friends, classmates, family and neighbors to join you in the cleanup.   Prepare the following for ICC Day: Rubber/plastic/kitchen glove, sack or net bag, data card, ballpen, bandana/hat/cap, alcohol or hand sanitizer, food and water Long pants or jogging pants, P.E. t-shirt or any T-shirt, preferably with your school/organization logo and color); rubber shoes or any...

The 2013 International Coastal Cleanup which is scheduled on September 21, Saturday will push through. However, in case of adverse weather condition as announced by PAGASA a day before the ICC, the cleanup activity will be cancelled.  The following Saturday or the next weekend, if weather condition is favorable, the cleanup may be conducted in the same designated cleanup site. Area ICC Coordinators have the option to conduct their cleanup before ICC Day or any day after September 21 to October 21. If this is the case, they should inform ICC Philippines to monitor the results of their cleanup. Please visit https://sites.google.com/site/iccphilippines/  for more info on ICC and update on Metro Manila cleanup sites.

For 27 years now, Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) has been at the forefront for ocean’s health. Every year on the third Saturday in September, environmental activists of all ages descend to beaches, coasts and waterways to remove the trash and debris that impacts water quality, wildlife, people, tourism and economies. They record information on the debris collected on a standardized data card and the body of data collected over the years will provide us item-by-item, location-by-location accounting of what’s trashing our oceans so that we can develop smart solutions. This year is another chapter in the fight against marine debris and ICC is one way for anyone, anywhere to make a difference. On September 21, 2013, Saturday from 7:00 am to 11:00 am, we would like to invite everyone to join the 28th International Coastal Cleanup Day. No registration fee. Just register/ signup at: https://sites.google.com/site/iccphilippines/sign-up-to-cleanup Please visit ou...