The UNTV-Ocean Care Initiative (OCI), together with the volunteers from Members Church of God International (MCGI), will once again join hands with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in championing the International Coastal Cleanup 2025.

The DENR, through its regional and field offices, will spearhead a nationwide coastal cleanup on September 20, 2025, as part of this global initiative. This year’s theme, “Clean Seas Against Climate Crisis —Tayo ang Solusyon” aims to highlight how coastal cleanups—addresing marine pollutions, contribute to climate action. 

The DENR, in its concept note for this year’s event, emphasized that marine litter poses a serious threat to our coastal and marine ecosystems like mangrove forest, seagrass beds, and coral reefs. These ecosystems serve as vital nature-based solutions against climate change. However, the majority of marine debris found in our coastal waters comes from land-based human activities. This makes public awareness essential in driving community initiatives that aim to curb marine pollution.“

Community actions like coastal cleanups play an essential role in protecting these ecosystems and building climate-resilient communities,” the DENR stated.

Reaffirming their strong commitment to environmental stewardship, UNTV-OCI and the MCGI will mobilize its volunteers across the country to participate in this meaningful cause. UNTV-OCI stands with the DENR in emphasizing how collective action like coastal cleanups can help mitigate the effects of climate change.

Together with the DENR and other partners, UNTV-OCI and the MCGI continue to stand united in protecting coastal communities and championing sustainable oceans for future generations.

The International Coastal Cleanup is the largest volunteer effort for the environment and is held every Third Saturday of September every year.