On 5 September 2025, the R.O.L.E. Foundation carried out a beach cleanup initiative at Kedonganan Beach. Approximately 35 participants, consisting of Bali WISE students, R.O.L.E. Foundation staff, and dedicated volunteers, took part in ensuring the success of this initiative. Within a short period of time, 186.95 kilograms of non-organic waste were collected from the event site, located in close proximity to the fish market. The collected waste was then transported to the ZeroWaste Center to be sorted into more specific categories. This sorting process continued to involve the participants of the cleanup activity, as part of an educational effort to demonstrate how beach waste can be properly managed. While this beach cleanup may not represent a comprehensive solution to the issue of marine waste, it serves as a significant step toward raising awareness and encouraging more people to recognize the current state of our beaches, which are heavily polluted due to inadequate waste management.
Location and Condition of the Beach
Kedonganan Beach, located near Jimbaran, is well known for its lively fish market and picturesque coastline. It attracts both local communities and international tourists, offering a unique cultural atmosphere highlighted by bustling seafood stalls and traditional fishing boats. Nevertheless, the beach’s popularity has also contributed to rising levels of waste, with plastic debris, food packaging, and other non-biodegradable materials commonly scattered along the shore. Addressing this challenge is essential to safeguarding the area’s natural beauty and ecological balance, while also ensuring the sustainability of marine ecosystems and the livelihoods of surrounding communities.
Waste Collection and Separation
During the cleanup, approximately 186.95 kilograms of non-organic waste were collected in the span of about one hour. The largest portion—over 40%—was classified as residue, meaning materials that were either severely damaged or heavily contaminated and therefore unsuitable for processing at our facility. This category of waste will be transported to a landfill for proper disposal and management. Glass bottles constituted a substantial share of the collection, totaling nearly 50 kilograms. These will be processed at our center, with part of the volume directed to a waste bank to support more efficient recycling efforts. Hard plastics—including bottles, cups, and styrofoam—made up around 13% of the total waste. These items will also be managed primarily through the waste bank for further recycling. Soft plastics, along with miscellaneous items such as shoes and sandals, accounted for a smaller proportion of the waste collected during the initiative.
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