The Marine Conservation Society is organizing its annual Great British Beach Clean this month, one of the UK’s largest marine citizen science activities. Volunteers will clean beaches and collect crucial data on marine litter, which helps protect the ocean. Last year, volunteers removed over 129,000 pieces of litter, mostly plastic. The society calls for further action against plastic pollution and sewage-related items, urging governments to implement effective waste management policies. Participating in beach cleans is a great way for divers to contribute to ocean conservation efforts.