The Vava’u Environmental Protection Association (VEPA) and the Tall Ship Bark Europa, led by Laurent for the Ocean Clean Up, joined forces today for a citizen science beach clean-up at Keitahi Beach at the village of Toula in Vava’u.
This event focused on collecting data on plastics and waste, crucial for understanding and addressing local pollution issues.
Despite global concerns about ocean plastics, the majority of waste collected were from items thrown into the ocean by locals. This highlights the need for continued community action and awareness.
The clean-up also acknowledged the hard work of the Guttenbeil family in keeping Keitahi Beach clean.
VEPA, a non-profit dedicated to preserving Vava’u’s natural beauty, continues to champion environmental conservation, education, and community engagement through programs that promote biodiversity, sustainable development, and collaboration.
