A Big Thank You!

Project AWARE would like to thank all the dive centres, resorts, organizers and volunteers who dedicated their time to making a BIG Splash for Trash in 2007. Your commitment to International Cleanup Day is inspiring and helps us in our ongoing mission to restore our precious marine environment.

"Divers and volunteers really are making a difference," says Jenny Miller Garmendia, Director, Project AWARE Foundation. "It was awe-inspiring to see the level of diver and community involvement
on International Cleanup Day. I was proud to be amongst the
dedicated volunteers."

Big Blue Diving, Thailand

Biggest Cleanup Yet

There were over 1000 Project AWARE banners flying high (or under the sea!) this year for the biggest cleanup on record. 287 events were held in Asia Pacific. 350,000 water-loving participants scoured shoreline and underwater environments in more than 100 countries around the world. From Egypt to Ecuador, Australia to Canada and everywhere in between, volunteers removed harmful debris and collected data to help curtail pollution problems.

What Happens Next?

Data from global events is vital to help inform governments, businesses and individuals about the devastating impact of marine debris. Make sure your cleanup is counted. Send us your results and in cooperation with The Ocean Conservancy an International Report will be released later in the year. Numbers are expected to exceed seven million pounds of trash and recyclables.

Easy Divers under the sea with Project AWARE banner

Share your Cleanup Stories

Project AWARE are so inspired by everyone’s involvement and we love hearing your feedback. Send us your story or just let us know in a few words what you thought of Cleanup day and why it matters to you. Read more about the big success of International Cleanup Day 2007.

More about cleanup day

International Cleanup Day takes place in September each year. Project AWARE Foundation coordinates the underwater clean up in
partnership with the Ocean Conservancy who collect vital data on the number and types of debris found. This is a crucial part of the international effort to campaign for change. Project AWARE encourages clean up campaigns throughout the year, for advice or assistance contact us.