On August 14, 2026, in the spirit of the upcoming Indonesian Independence Day, the shores of Sekeh Beach saw a powerful wave of community action. As part of our ongoing environmental awareness initiative, 40 dedicated participants gathered with a single shared goal: to safeguard our coastline from the growing threat of marine pollution. Equipped with collection gear and plenty of determination, the team combed the shoreline to remove harmful debris before it could wash back out to sea. The cleanup brought together a passionate mix of changemakers, including students from Bali WISE, staff and volunteers from the R.O.L.E. Foundation, and the team from Cuca Restaurant.
By the end of the effort, participants had collected a total of 198.7 kilograms of non-organic waste. All gathered waste was immediately transported to the ZeroWaste Center, where volunteers conducted detailed waste sorting and management. By categorizing the materials for proper processing and recycling, the team ensured that the waste was handled responsibly rather than simply shifted elsewhere. R.O.L.E. Foundation extends its deepest appreciation to Club Ocean for their generous sponsorship and unwavering dedication to ocean conservation. Partnerships like this fuel on-the-ground progress and keep marine debris solutions moving forward. This initiative was designed to create an impact far beyond the shore. The event highlighted the stark realities of plastic pollution while fostering long-term stewardship. Protecting marine ecosystems requires continuous collective action, and every cleanup brings us one step closer to cleaner seas and sustainable coastal communities.
Location and Condition of the Beach
Situated in Kuta, Sekeh Beach is a distinctive coastal spot celebrated for its peaceful atmosphere, vibrant sunsets, dramatic views of aircraft landing and departing at nearby Ngurah Rai International Airport, and the iconic, majestic statue of Triratna Amreta Bhuwana, standing tall on the shoreline. Owing to its location adjacent to the airport runway, the beach is convenient to reach, drawing a consistent flow of residents, budget travelers, and aviation enthusiasts. However, Sekeh Beach struggles with persistent waste management challenges. Heavy visitor traffic combined with tidal drifts has led to significant trash accumulation, driven by careless littering and minimal post-visit cleanup. A recent site assessment by the R.O.L.E. Foundation confirmed substantial marine debris along the shore. Consultations with local fishermen revealed that while government sanitation crews perform occasional cleanups, their visits are too infrequent to manage the volume of waste. Additionally, the lack of adequate disposal bins remains a pressing issue given daily visitor numbers. To address these findings directly, Sekeh Beach was designated as the focus location for this month’s beach cleanup program.
Waste Collection and Separation
During the cleanup at Sekeh Beach, participants recovered 198.7 kilograms of non-organic waste, revealing a diverse breakdown of coastal debris. Non-recyclable residue—consisting of heavily damaged or contaminated items—formed the largest single category at 40.9%. Glass accounted for a substantial share, with 68.51 kilograms, or 34.5% salvaged for washing, sorting, and processing at the ZeroWaste Center and partner facilities. Hard plastics made up over 14% of the collection, while soft plastics comprised roughly 3.2%, and discarded footwear represented nearly 4.4%. Smaller categories included aluminum cans (1.2%), cigarette packaging (0.7%), and paper products (0.4%). This waste composition highlights the persistent threat of marine pollution along Sekeh Beach, reinforcing the vital need for regular cleanups, enhanced waste management infrastructure, and heightened public environmental stewardship.
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Want to protect the views you love? We’d love to have you at our next cleanup! Jump on over to the ZeroWaste Center Cleanup Program by R.O.L.E. Foundation to see how you can get involved. Let’s keep Bali’s waters blue and its sunsets golden!
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