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KBB Researching Abandoned Watercraft

KBB Researching Abandoned Watercraft

A watercraft that washed up on Bermuda’s shore may have originated in Cuba, according to Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. In a post on Instagram, Keep Bermuda Beautiful said, “Where in the world did this wreckage wash up from? “CUBA is the suspected answer and this DIY watercraft might have been used by refugees. Research into this mysterious... Read more of this article

Photos: KBB Holds 2023 ‘Great Big Clean-Up’

Photos: KBB Holds 2023 ‘Great Big Clean-Up’

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] recently wrapped up the 2023 Great Big Bermuda Clean-Up, removing more than 25,000 pounds of litter and illegally dumped bulk waste. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful recently wrapped up the 2023 Great Big Bermuda Clean-Up. The event was sponsored by BF&M and hosted during Earth Week from April 17th... Read more of this article

Photos: Govt Partners With KBB For Clean-Up

Photos: Govt Partners With KBB For Clean-Up

Recently, the Government of Bermuda held its first Public Service Community Clean-up event in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. A Government spokesperson said, “Employee volunteers from various Government Ministries and Departments came together to clear approximately 6,680 pounds of litter and illegally dumped bulk waste from multiple... Read more of this article

KBB’s 2023 Great Big Bermuda Clean-Up

KBB’s 2023 Great Big Bermuda Clean-Up

In recognition of Earth Week, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] will be hosting The Great Big Bermuda Clean-Up [GBBCU] sponsored by BF&M. A spokesperson said, “The first quarter of 2023 is off to a phenomenal start for Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. Since January, the charity has coordinated 54 clean-ups with 734 volunteers and removed over 45,000 pounds... Read more of this article

Photos: Volleyball Team Hold KBB Clean Up

Photos: Volleyball Team Hold KBB Clean Up

Members of the young Bermuda volleyball team held a Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] clean-up event this past weekend. The effort saw the young people collect trash, with the endeavour resulting in an impressive amount of refuse rounded up to be properly discarded. Related Stories Photos: US Consulate Participates In Clean Up Photos: Airport Group... Read more of this article

Please Keep Elbow Beach Clean On Christmas

Please Keep Elbow Beach Clean On Christmas

“Everyone is encouraged to “act responsibly and remember to reduce, reuse and recycle to help minimise the amount of waste generated by this event” at the Christmas Day celebrations at Elbow Beach. A spokesperson said, “Christmas Day at Elbow Beach, which is organized by the community, has become a family-friendly tradition for... Read more of this article

Abandoned Boats Project Removes 55 Vessels

Abandoned Boats Project Removes 55 Vessels

The Abandoned Boats Project –  a joint initiative between Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Government — has removed 55 abandoned and derelict marine vessels from local waters since May 2022. A spokesperson said, “The project, which aims to clean up the local marine environment, reduce environmental hazards and minimise safety... Read more of this article

Collaborative Group Maintaining Railway Trail

Collaborative Group Maintaining Railway Trail

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is collaborating with the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC], the Ministry of Public Works and the Department of Parks in a project aimed at maintaining the railway trail for all to enjoy. A spokesperson said,  “The railway trail is Bermuda’s largest national park and is home to a wide variety... Read more of this article

Golfers Partner With KBB To Help Clean Up

Golfers Partner With KBB To Help Clean Up

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship and professional golfer DA Points are partnering with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] to clean-up and give back to the west end  communities. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship and PGA TOUR professional golfer, DA Points, are partnered with one of Bermuda’s leading environmental charities,... Read more of this article

BMA Participates In Community Day Clean-Up

BMA Participates In Community Day Clean-Up

The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] participated in its first Annual Community Day event on Thursday [Oct 6] spending the day cleaning up various parts of the island in support of Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. Craig Swan, the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, stated, “The BMA’s first Annual Community Day was a success, attracting over 150... Read more of this article

KBB To Hold Island-Wide Coastal Clean-Up

KBB To Hold Island-Wide Coastal Clean-Up

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] has announced the dates for the annual island-wide Coastal Clean-Up, sponsored by EY Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 2022 event is scheduled from September 29th to October 9th and includes more than 60 beaches and coastal areas across the island. This year’s event will include community coastal clean-ups in each of... Read more of this article

Rotarians Team Up For Island Clean-Up

Rotarians Team Up For Island Clean-Up

Rotarians from Bermuda and the East Coast of America recently teamed up with volunteers from Keep Bermuda Beautiful as part of a clean-up operation on the island. The “On to Bermuda” event, involving chapters from New York and New Jersey, who are part of the same Rotary District 7230 as the Bermudian clubs, also coincided with the Mangrove Restoration... Read more of this article

Ariel Re Staff Help To Clean Up Southlands Park

Ariel Re Staff Help To Clean Up Southlands Park

Staff from Bermuda-based reinsurance company Ariel Re helped to clean up Southlands Park and Beach in support of Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], one of the island’s environmental non-profit organizations. The 15 volunteers – including Chief Executive Officer Ryan Mather – cleared approximately 600 pounds of trash from trails and abandoned buildings,... Read more of this article

Bacardi Working To Reduce Single-Use Plastics

Bacardi Working To Reduce Single-Use Plastics

Bacardi has partnered with the Beyond Plastic Bermuda campaign, a joint collaboration between Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], to educate the local community about the dangers of plastic pollution and encourage actions to reduce single-use plastic on the island. A spokesperson said, “Family-owned... Read more of this article

Liberty Mutual, KBB Clean Up At Astwood Park

Liberty Mutual, KBB Clean Up At Astwood Park

Thirty-four volunteers helped to clean up at Astwood Park on Friday, June 3. A spokesperson said, “Thank you to the team of 34 volunteers who cleaned up at Astwood Park on Friday, June 3rd. The early summer heat did not hinder our progress, and together this enthusiastic group collected roughly 100 pounds of trash, 200 pounds of recyclables and about... Read more of this article

Photos: Whitney Students Clean Up In Smith’s

Photos: Whitney Students Clean Up In Smith’s

The John Smith’s Bay area is much cleaner today thanks to the efforts of Whitney Institute Middle School students, who spent part of yesterday cleaning up the area. The M3 students participated in a KBB Clean Up Day in the John Smiths Bay Area on Tuesday [May 24] which was organized by Team Leader Silita Thomas along with Traci Burgess, Executive... Read more of this article