March 2025
Plasticblitz 2025
Saturday 31st May – Sunday 15th June 2015
The Plasticblitz is an annual event, led by Thames21 that aims to engage as many groups and Environment Agency teams as possible with taking part in a simultaneous litter pick and data collection activity in and around rivers.
Many people associate plastic waste as being a problem primarily affecting our marine environments. In fact, 80% of this pollution passes through our rivers and streams on its way to the sea.
Many of our rivers are now effectively channelling plastic from inland areas to the sea. However, once plastic has entered our rivers, there is no statutory obligation for any organisation or public body to remove it.
The Plastic Blitz is is not only about collecting and removing litter from our rivers, it is also about collecting data which can be used to educate and lobby.
It is essential to sign up and all details can be found here.
