Beach Clean-Ups

A major milestone in protecting Sardinia's stunning coastline was achieved through the efforts of REMEDIES partners VLPF and CNR. On Tuesday, November 26, the 2nd PLASTIC FANTASTIC hybrid seminar was held at the CNR-IAS Torregrande in Sardinia, a center renowned for its expert discussions and scientific innovation. This event was organized in collaboration with UM and IHA. Following the seminar,…

The CleanUp4Guimarães project, led by the Municipality of Guimarães and funded under the EU Mission (Open Call 1): Restore Our Ocean and Waters of the REMEDIES project, is a transformative initiative tackling plastic pollution in rivers. Through innovative solutions like eco-barriers, community cleanups, recycling initiatives, and creative awareness campaigns, the project combines environmental restoration with active citizen engagement. Project Highlights…

From May to early October 2024, Impact Hub Athens and WWF Hellas teamed up for a highly impactful anti-litter campaign, mobilizing hundreds of volunteers across multiple beach clean-ups as part of the #20TonnesChallenge of the REMEDIES project and WWF Greece’s “Adopt a Beach” initiative. This campaign tackled marine pollution by engaging local communities and removing significant amounts of plastic and…

On September 26, a motivated group of volunteers joined forces at Kordia Beach in Kalamata, Greece, for a significant beach cleanup effort. Supported by REMEDIES partner Impact Hub Athens, this event was more than a cleanup; it was a step towards a sustainable future and cleaner oceans. The cleanup, which ran from 9:00 to 12:30, attracted 27 volunteers dedicated to…

On October 29, 2024, the "Aqua-teens" from the 20th Junior High School of Patra made a positive impact on Aktaio Beach in Rio. From 09:00 to 12:00, 25 enthusiastic volunteers collected 2 kg of plastic litter and 0.5 kg of other waste, making the beach cleaner and healthier. Supported by REMEDIES partner Impact Hub Athens and part of the #20TonnesChallenge…

On October 20, 2024, Ftelia Beach on the west side of Mykonos became the focus of an impactful environmental initiative. From 16:00 to 17:00, a small yet dedicated team of three volunteers took action to clean up this picturesque location, collecting a total of 6 kg of plastic litter and 19 kg of other waste along a 230-meter stretch of…

As part of the #20TonnesChallenge, the 2nd REMEDIES Anti-Litter Campaign launched in September 2024, organizing five impactful beach clean-ups across Greece. This initiative, led by REMEDIES partners All For Blue, Marine Conservation Greece, and Impact Hub Athens, aims to remove 20 tonnes of plastic litter from the Mediterranean Sea. The campaign not only focuses on cleaning the environment but also…

On August 14, 2024, another milestone was reached in the fight for environmental preservation with a highly successful clean-up at the Selho River in Guimarães, Portugal. The event, organized as part of the ongoing #CleanUP4Guimarães initiative, was supported by the REMEDIES program in collaboration with the Municipality of Guimarães and the Landscape Laboratory. This event was notable not just for…

On July 29, 2024, an inspiring clean-up event took place along the Selho River in Guimarães, Portugal. As part of the #CleanUP4Guimarães project, supported by the REMEDIES program, the clean-up was a collaborative effort between the Municipality of Guimarães and the Landscape Laboratory. This initiative once again showcased the power of community action in addressing environmental challenges. The event saw…

On July 3, 2024, a dedicated team of volunteers gathered at 3ème Courtade Beach in Porquerolles, France, for a significant beach clean-up operation. Organized by the NGO Explore & Preserve in collaboration with the REMEDIES partner Smilo, this event aimed to address the ongoing issue of beach litter and promote environmental sustainability. The clean-up took place from 10:00 AM to…