This year, the Public Institute of Krka National Park once again has taken part in the Green Cleanup, the largest volunteer environmental cleanup campaign in Croatia
This year, the Public Institute of Krka National Park once again has taken part in the Green Cleanup, the largest volunteer environmental cleanup campaign in Croatia.
Green Cleanup brings together citizens, organizations, companies, and institutions with the aim of increasing awareness about responsible environmental stewardship.
This year’s environmental cleanup campaign took place on Monday, September 21, 2026, in the village of Lozovac, just outside the boundaries of the Krka National Park. Volunteers from the Šibenik branch of the Croatian Postal Bank participated in the cleanup, alongside employees of the Public Institute of Krka National Park. Through their joint efforts, they collected two truckloads of small and medium-sized household waste that had been irresponsibly discarded in nature.
The Public Institute of Krka National Park would like to thank the participants of the initiative for the time and effort they invested, and for their responsible attitude toward the environment in which we live. Such joint initiatives not only contribute to a cleaner environment, but also remind us of the importance of responsible waste management in our daily lives.
Particular attention should be paid to the improper disposal of waste in karst areas. Due to the specific geological structure of karst terrains, surface pollution can seep into groundwater; because of this, improper waste disposal poses a risk to both the natural environment, but also the quality of water resources. Therefore, medium-sized and large household waste must be disposed of in the prescribed manner. Citizens can contact their relevant municipal utility service for information regarding waste collection and disposal, including schedules for free collection and the possibilities for urgent disposal.
Waste left in nature can remain there for decades or centuries. It takes hundreds of years for plastic and metal cans to decompose. That is precisely why every individual can contribute to environmental preservation through a simple yet important habit – disposing of waste in designated areas.
Unfortunately, certain locations are once again becoming sites of improper waste disposal. To ensure the preservation of the Krka National Park and its immediate surroundings, local residents and visitors are urged not to leave waste in nature but to dispose of it properly. At the same time, the relevant authorities and all citizens are encouraged to report instances of improper waste disposal, so that the waste can be removed promptly and such occurrences prevented in the future.
The Green Cleanup is part of the global World Cleanup movement, launched in 2008, which unites millions of volunteers across more than 150 countries every year. Under the slogan "One day. One planet. One goal," people around the world join forces to clean up beaches, rivers, forests, streets, and other areas, thereby sending a powerful message about the need for collective care for the environment.
Nature conservation is a shared responsibility, and the Green Cleanup is one example showing how collective effort can bring about tangible changes on the ground when it comes to environmental protection and conservation.