Panglao, Bohol Collects 250 Kilos of Marine Waste in Cleanup Drive
250 kilos of marine waste collected in touristy Panglao, Bohol

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On May 21, 2026, Panglao, Bohol led a marine cleanup drive organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region VII, collecting 250 kilograms of waste. This effort, part of the nationwide 'Scubasurero Drive,' involved over 307 volunteers and highlighted the ongoing issues of marine pollution in popular tourist areas.
- 01Panglao collected the highest volume of waste among three sites in Central Visayas, with 250 kilograms removed.
- 02Other cleanup sites included Moalboal and Malapascua, which collected 44 kilograms and 61 kilograms of waste, respectively.
- 03The cleanup campaign mobilized 307 volunteers from 61 partner organizations to promote environmental awareness.
- 04A total of 355 kilograms of garbage was collected across all sites, filling 61 sacks of waste.
- 05The initiative was part of the Month of the Ocean 2026, focusing on sustaining ocean health.
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On May 21, 2026, Panglao, Bohol, recorded the highest amount of marine waste collected during the simultaneous underwater and coastal cleanup drive organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region VII. Volunteers gathered 250 kilograms of waste, significantly more than the 44 kilograms and 61 kilograms collected in Moalboal and Malapascua, Cebu, respectively. The event, part of the nationwide 'Scubasurero Drive,' saw the participation of over 307 volunteers from 61 partner organizations, emphasizing the importance of environmental awareness and marine conservation. In total, the cleanup operations across the region collected 355 kilograms of garbage, filling 61 sacks. This effort underscores the growing concerns over marine pollution affecting coastal communities and ecosystems, particularly in tourist hotspots like Panglao, known for its beautiful beaches and diving sites. Regional Executive Director Laudemir Salac of DENR Region VII expressed gratitude to the volunteers and urged continued commitment to responsible waste management practices as part of the Month of the Ocean 2026 observance.
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The cleanup efforts aim to reduce marine pollution, which directly affects local tourism and the health of marine ecosystems.
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