As staunch advocates for environmental preservation, we’re dedicated to safeguarding the natural beauty of this archipelago. Discover how our commitment to these coastal cleanups is making a tangible difference in sustaining the fragile ecosystems of the Azores.

Objectives

Our regular coastal cleanups are dedicated to the meticulous removal of biggest amount of pollutants, including plastics, glass, processed wood, paper, textiles, metals, and rubber, aligning closely with our commitment to environmental stewardship.

During our regular coastal cleanups at Futurismo Azores Adventures, our mission is to meticulously remove a wide array of pollutants from our pristine shores. This includes the diligent removal of plastics, such as Styrofoam, cigarette butts, and glass, alongside processed wood, paper, card, textiles, metals, and rubber materials, which encompass items ranging from tires and balloons to buoys and boots. Our comprehensive cleanup efforts serve as a testament to our commitment to preserving the natural beauty of our marine environments and contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable world.

Impact

Since 2020, 32 coastal cleanups organized, 2.414kg recovered waste, 816h staff work, 158h volunteer team members.

2020

– 4 cleanups
– 48h staff + 12h volunteered staff
– 172kg total waste recovered: 154kg plastic, 8kg glass, 1kg metal, 9kg undifferentiated
2021

– 5 cleanups
– 189h staff + 51h volunteered staff
– 761kg total waste recovered: 275kg plastic, 191kg glass, 71kg metal, 224kg undifferentiated
2022

– 7 cleanups
– 210h staff + 63h volunteered staff
– 702kg total waste recovered: 289kg plastic, 157kg glass, 62kg metal, 194kg undifferentiated
2023

– 7 cleanups
– 130h staff + 32h volunteered staff
– 362kg total waste recovered: 252kg plastic, 25kg glass, 1kg metal, 84kg undifferentiated
2024

– 6 cleanups
– 136h staff
– 238kg total waste recovered: 227kg plastic, 7kg undifferentiated
2025

– 3 cleanups
– 103h staff
– 179kg total waste recovered: 134kg plastic, 46kg undifferentiated

Supported UN Global Goals

Our regular coastal cleanups represent a powerful commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #13, “Climate Action.” By meticulously organizing and executing these cleanups, we actively combat climate change by mitigating the pollution of our oceans, safeguarding marine ecosystems, and reducing the carbon footprint of marine life. Our dedication to cleaner shores, combined with the engagement of our community and travelers, fosters a heightened environmental consciousness that promotes responsible action and contributes to mitigating the effects of climate change.