Data.

This dataset was collected by Citizen Scientists at an official 'Survey Area' as part of the Litter Intelligence long-term litter monitoring programme. The data are freely and openly accessible to anyone. Download the raw data, share this survey, and learn more about the data collection methodology through the links at the bottom of the page.

Litter Survey

beach-icon Beach.

Samoa - Upolu - Mulinuu Seawall (Apia Yacht Club)

16 September 2023

Samoa Conservation Society & Global Shapers Apia Hub

Julie Pillet

Overview

B

150

225.0

6.0

300m x 10m

Artificial

Items per 1,000m2

124

Products

371

31040

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 176 8890
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottles <= 2 L 45 4780
Plastic bags 42 2680
Food containers 17 160
Food wrappers 52 1040
Bottle caps & lids 20 230
Foamed Plastic 85 1040
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 85 1040
Metal 51 2410
Aluminium drink cans 36 2160
Foil wrappers 15 250
Rubber 19 7700
Rubber footwear 19 7700
Glass & Ceramic 16 6800
Bottles & jars 16 6800
Fabric & Textiles 15 4200
Clothing, towels and linen 10 4040
Canvas, sailcloth & sacking (hessian) 5 160
Other 9 0
Sanitary items 9 N/A

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