Krabi locals team up to tackle marine waste in coastal cleanup
Local groups unite to fight pollution, turning trash into treasure for the community’s future sustainability
A stunning community effort in Krabi has seen volunteers from across the region band together to tackle the growing problem of marine waste along the Ao Ching Chang coastline.
The clean-up, which took place yesterday, May 7, focused on removing harmful debris and preserving the area’s fragile marine environment.
Led by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) and supported by local groups, the event brought together over 50 volunteers from various sectors, including the Laem Sak Subdistrict Municipality, Thar Bokkhorani National Park, and the Laem Sak Conservation Group.
Also present were village headmen, village health volunteers, women’s groups, and other local community members, all working towards a common goal: cleaning up Ao Ching Chang, a stunning part of the Laem Sak Sea in Ao Luek district.
The cleanup was overseen by Suwit Suriyawong, Deputy Governor of Krabi province, who praised the community for its strong sense of responsibility in preserving the natural beauty of the area.
“This initiative is a vital part of our broader effort to conserve and restore Krabi’s marine and coastal resources.”
Together, the volunteers collected 123 kilogrammes of waste, which included organic debris, glass bottles, plastic bags, fishing gear such as nets and buoys, and foam materials. The waste was carefully sorted using the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) data recording form, ensuring accurate documentation of the types of rubbish collected.
Once the waste was gathered, it was transported to the Laem Sak Community Waste for Society Enterprise, where it was sorted for sale or upcycling.
Upcycling involves transforming discarded materials into new, useful products without using chemical processes. The proceeds from the sales are donated to the Laem Sak Mother of the Land Fund, which provides welfare to the local community, reported The Phuket News.
This cleanup activity is more than just an effort to beautify the beach—it is part of a larger initiative to create sustainable employment opportunities for locals while ensuring the long-term conservation of marine and coastal ecosystems.
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