BADUNG, DEWATA.NEWS – Jimbaran Hijau has collaborated with several organizations to carry out an emergency beach cleanup along Kedonganan Beach, Jimbaran, in an effort to reduce plastic waste along Bali’s southern coastline.
The cleanup took place on Sunday morning (January 11, 2026), from 07:00 to 10:00 WITA, involving Sungai Watch, The Rahayu Project, and hotel networks operating around the Jimbaran coastal area. The initiative was a direct response to the surge of plastic waste that washed back onto shore following several days of high waves linked to extreme weather conditions.
Recent tidal surges have carried accumulated marine debris back to land, with southern Bali areas such as Jimbaran experiencing significant plastic buildup along the shoreline. Beyond affecting the visual appeal of the beach, the waste poses risks to coastal ecosystems and local livelihoods. Plastic debris can harm marine life and gradually break down into microplastics, which may contaminate the environment and pose long-term health concerns.
Observing the worsening conditions, Sungai Watch invited Jimbaran Hijau and The Rahayu Project to mobilize community action along the Jimbaran coast. Several nearby hotels also joined the effort, including Raffles Bali, AYANA Bali, and Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali.
The emergency cleanup focused on collecting plastic waste along the Kedonganan shoreline. Organizers used the activity to raise awareness about the recurring waste problem and to encourage broader public involvement in addressing Bali’s plastic pollution challenge.
Founder and CEO of Jimbaran Hijau, Putu Agung Prianta, emphasized the importance of collective action. “We invite all elements of society, from tourists and business operators to local youth, to take part. By cleaning the beach together, we contribute to restoring the dignity of our natural environment,” he said.
The cleanup, which involved participants from various community groups and sectors, is expected to serve as an early-year reference point for more collaborative efforts to tackle Bali’s waste issues throughout 2026.