Bring your team together, protect marine life and make a visible difference to the UAE’s coastline.

By the Companies for Good team · Updated October 2026

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Plastic and other waste pose a serious threat to beaches, oceans and marine life. According to the UN Environment Programme, 19–23 million tonnes of plastic waste leak into aquatic ecosystems every year.

A beach clean-up gives your employees the opportunity to take practical action while enjoying a meaningful outdoor team experience.

Clean the beach. Bring your team together. See the impact.

Your team will meet at a UAE beach for a welcome and safety briefing before getting equipped with everything needed for the clean-up.

Working together, participants will spend around 75 minutes collecting waste from the coastline. At the end, the waste is brought together, recorded and reviewed so your team can see the result of its work.

The two-hour experience ends with a short reflection and team photo—leaving employees with a stronger understanding of the local environmental challenge and the difference collective action can make.

What your team will gain

  • A fun and purposeful outdoor experience
  • Stronger teamwork and employee engagement
  • Greater awareness of plastic pollution and marine conservation
  • A visible, measurable environmental result
  • A meaningful contribution to the UAE community
Participant holding small plastic pieces collected during a beach clean-up in Dubai
Small plastic pieces collected by a participant during a beach clean-up in Dubai.

Our beach clean-up impact since 2017

  • 7,500+ participants
  • 163 companies involved
  • 43+ tonnes of waste removed from UAE beaches

These figures are based on Companies for Good’s internal activity records and post-activity reports and were last updated in October 2026.

Organised from start to finish

Companies for Good manages the equipment, permits, safety briefing, activity flow, on-site facilitation and waste arrangements.

Collected waste is recorded by type and weight before being handled through the appropriate local channels. Because marine waste is frequently contaminated, not everything collected can be recycled—but everything is documented and managed responsibly.

Our team remains on the ground throughout the activity to make sure the experience runs smoothly, safely and professionally.

Beach clean-ups across the UAE

We organise corporate beach clean-ups primarily in Abu Dhabi and Ajman, with selected locations available in Dubai.

Activities can accommodate teams of different sizes, from small groups to large company-wide events. Location availability and capacity depend on local permissions and site conditions.

Participant collecting litter with a grabber during a corporate beach clean-up in Ajman
Collecting litter during a corporate beach clean-up in Ajman.

Take part in World Cleanup Day

World Cleanup Day takes place every year on 20 September, bringing people around the world together to tackle the waste crisis.

Your company can join the global movement on World Cleanup Day—or organise a beach clean-up at another time during the UAE’s outdoor season.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the beach clean-up take?
The complete experience lasts approximately two hours, including the welcome, safety briefing, environmental introduction, clean-up and closing reflection.
Where can the activity take place?
Our main beach clean-up locations are in Abu Dhabi and Ajman, with selected options available in Dubai. We will recommend a location based on your team size, preferred date and local permissions.
What does Companies for Good provide?
We manage the required equipment, permits, activity setup, safety briefing, facilitation, logistics and waste arrangements. Participants should bring a reusable water bottle and wear comfortable outdoor clothing.
What happens to the collected waste?
The waste is brought together, weighed and recorded by type. It is then handled through the appropriate local waste channels and reported where required.
Can large teams participate?
Yes. Depending on the location, beach clean-ups can be organised for groups ranging from approximately five to 500 participants.

Ready to make a difference?

Bring your employees together for a rewarding team activity that protects the UAE’s coastline and creates a measurable environmental impact.

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