Eberswalde is cleaning at World Cleanup Day” – join in!

Eberswalde is cleaning at World Cleanup Day” – join in!

On September 20, 2025, it's that time again: "World Cleanup Day" calls on millions of people around the world to actively combat the flood of waste. This year, Eberswalde is once again taking part in the “Sauberswalde” campaign with full enthusiasm. The call to rid the environment of waste is more urgent than ever. Loud Eberswalde Extensive preparations have already been made in our city.

The organizers, including ALNUS e. V. and the BUND Eberswalde local group have set themselves an ambitious goal: On the day of action, volunteers will come together at at least six different meeting points in the city at 10 a.m. to clear the surrounding area of ​​waste. After all, not only people but also animals suffer from the waste problem. Many animals mistake waste for food, often resulting in fatal injuries. In addition, toxic substances such as those contained in cigarette butts can leach into groundwater. That's why the clean-up operation is not only a question of cleanliness, but also of environmental and health protection.

Garbage disposal activities

But Eberswalde has even more to offer: The Kreiswerke Barnim invites you to an “open day” on “World Cleanup Day”. Visitors can look forward to some exciting activities: a trip to the landfill mountain, information about innovative hydrogen-powered garbage trucks and participatory environmental games are on offer. There is a bouncy castle for the little guests and regional delicacies for all hungry gourmets.

From a global perspective, the importance of “World Cleanup Day” can hardly be overestimated. Last year, an impressive 22 million people from 191 countries took part in campaigns designed to raise awareness of the waste problem and encourage action to combat it. The global citizens' movement has now been officially recognized and is anchored in the UN calendar. The day of action not only mobilizes individuals, but also becomes a community project that gives hope for a clean future World Cleanup reported.

Join in and get active!

Interested in volunteering in environmental protection? There are many options, both locally in Eberswalde and internationally. Projects in Africa, Asia and South America offer the opportunity to do practical work in nature and environmental protection, be it reforesting areas or activities such as cleaning beaches. These missions are ideal for anyone who likes to be outside and wants to do something for our planet Volunteerworld shows.

So, let's go! Stop by and help make our city and the world cleaner little by little. Together we can make a difference!