Sampalthivu Beach Cleanup
Sampalthivu Beach / Nilaveli Nursery
15 Mar 2026Another successful beach cleanup at Sampalthivu Beach near our Nilaweli Nursery, together with MEPA, NRC, and FCBS students from Eastern University.
Rather than working against a time limit, the team focused on restoring a 75-meter stretch of shoreline to the best of our ability.
Through this, approximately 30 kg of recyclable plastic, 15 kg of non-recyclable plastic, 11 kg of polythene, and 25 kg of debris were removed from the beach, helping restore the natural beauty of the coastline and protect the surrounding marine environment!
Why this matters
to Oceanpick
- Helps prevent plastic and debris from entering the marine environment.
- Protects coastal habitats and the visual quality of the shoreline.
- Demonstrates practical collaboration on local ocean stewardship.
Project
Impact
- Approximately 81 kg of waste removed from the beach.
- 75-meter stretch of shoreline restored through focused cleanup.
- Improved visibility of Oceanpick’s conservation partnerships.
Key
Activities
- Beach cleanup across a 75-meter shoreline section.
- Collection of recyclable plastic, non-recyclable plastic, polythene, and debris.
- Collaboration with public and academic partners.
Alignment to SDG
Gallery
Sustainability in Action
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Series (2)
Sampalthivu Beach Cleanup
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor & Community Cleanup
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Continued Cleanup
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Program
Plastic-Free Fisheries Harbor Continued Cleanup
World Ocean Day: Shore Cleanup
International Coastal Cleanup Day
World Ocean Day Mangrove Cleanup