ASEZ Members Clean Tanjung Lipat Beach in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Tanjung Lipat Beach, a popular destination for both tourists and locals in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, requires continuous management to maintain its cleanliness and beauty. On August 13, ASEZ, the Church of God University Student Volunteer Group, conducted the ASEZ Blue Carbon [ABC] Movement at Tanjung Lipat Beach. This initiative aims to protect marine ecosystems and raise awareness about blue carbon to achieve carbon neutrality. Approximately 60 participants, including ASEZ members from Korea and Malaysia, as well as officials from the Kota Kinabalu Municipality, took part in the event.

Starting at 7 a.m., the volunteers spent an hour and a half cleaning the beach, collecting a total of 900 kg (1,984 lbs) of trash. In addition to the cleanup, ASEZ members installed informational panels along the beach promenade to educate the public about the importance of blue carbon. Blue carbon refers to the carbon captured by marine ecosystems, which are crucial for storing greenhouse gases. Local citizens responded positively to the initiative, with comments such as, “This is my first time hearing about blue carbon,” “I’ve learned how important it is to take care of our marine ecosystems,” and “I want to join the next ASEZ campaign.” An official from Kota Kinabalu Municipality expressed gratitude, saying, “Many young adults are not interested in environmental protection, so I’m grateful to the ASEZ members for setting such a great example. I believe this activity will help increase environmental awareness within the community.”

ASEZ members in Malaysia have been actively involved in cleanups across several cities, including Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and Masai. ASEZ plans to continue their efforts to protect the environment and advocate a greener and cleaner world.

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