ZooLab Joins World Clean Up Day 2025
- charlottehall74
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
It's time for World Clean Up Day once again! Every September, people come together across the world to pick up litter in their local area, leaving it better than how they found it. And, once again, Zoolab are taking part!
What is World Clean Up Day?
Every September, people across the world come together to celebrate World Clean Up Day. Over 11 million people in 221 countries have taken on the task of fighting waste in their local area - that's 1.4% of the world's population! This can be groups, organisations, businesses, and even individuals who go out for a walk in their local area and pick up any litter they see. Last year, it even became an official International Day in the United Nations Calendar!
Why is it celebrated?
Almost 48% of people admit to dropping litter. According to the Marine Conservation Society, around 2,000 pieces of litter are collected per kilometre by their litter pickers along our coastline.
Waste is a huge problem across the world. Cities, beaches, towns, forests... nowhere is safe from waste. It's incredibly harmful to our environment, contributing to climate change, endangering animals, increasing the risk of disease, and so much more. By getting rid of even a small amount of litter, we can improve the look of our local area and everyone who calls it home.
ZooLab gets involved!
We have been participating in World Clean Up Day since 2020. In that time, we've managed to clear over 150 bags from our local communities across the UK. We find this an incredibly fulfilling activity, and every little helps in the protection of our wildlife and environment. Take a look at some pictures of us on our litter picks!
How can I get involved?
It really is as simple as going out in your local area and picking up all the litter you see! You don't need any fancy kit, just a bin bag and ideally a litter picker or some gardening gloves. Pick up all the waste (although be careful of sharp or dangerous objects) and dispose of them in a rubbish bin! Let us know in the comments if you take part!
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