Adventure and environmental organisations AE Expeditions and Explore Worldwide are spearheading clean up events in the UK this month.
- The clean-ups are part of the ‘Clean up for Sarah’ initiative, honouring the late Sarah Auffret’s environmental advocacy.
- Three scheduled events will take place at distinct UK locations between June 11-14, each providing necessary equipment to participants.
- These initiatives remove significant amounts of waste from local areas, embodying Sarah’s efforts in marine plastic pollution control.
- Agents unable to join are encouraged to organise local clean-ups and share their experiences via photos.
Adventure and environmental groups, AE Expeditions and Explore Worldwide, are leading a commendable initiative to organise clean up activities across the United Kingdom this June. This initiative is part of the annual ‘Clean up for Sarah’, which commemorates the impactful environmental work of Sarah Auffret, who tragically passed away in 2019. Sarah was renowned for her leadership in the fight against marine plastic pollution, and these events serve as a testament to her enduring legacy. The clean-up events are scheduled to occur between June 11-14, aligning with Sarah’s birthday on June 16, further honouring her memory.
The clean-up events are slated for three significant sites: The Wales Coastal Path in Chester on June 11, Pyford Lock in Woking on June 12, and Winterton Beach in Norfolk on June 14. Starting at 10am, each session offers participants the required equipment, inviting them to contribute as much time as they can spare. These sessions not only focus on removing rubbish but also aim to raise awareness about preserving local environments.
The initiative’s objective is ambitious yet vital: removing thousands of kilograms of waste from natural landscapes annually, a mission close to Sarah Auffret’s heart. The initiative also aims to inspire those who cannot physically attend the organised events to contribute within their own communities and document their efforts through photography, ensuring the impact is widespread.
AE Expeditions’ EMEA sales director, Andrew Turner, expressed pride in honouring Sarah’s efforts and emphasised the significance of these clean-ups in maintaining marine environments. These activities, he noted, are instrumental in strengthening community ties and fostering environmental stewardship among agent partners. By participating, the agents reaffirm their commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility, reflecting the spirit of cooperation and shared values within the industry.
These clean-up initiatives serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of individual advocacy on environmental preservation.
