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More than five tons of waste from the sea: Who cleans up when plastic keeps washing ashore?

The scale and breakdown of coastal waste on Mallorca

In Mallorca, over five tons of sea-born waste were collected, with plastics the largest share. Learn more about the breakdown and what it means for the coast.

Published: October 12, 2026
More than five tons of waste from the sea: Who cleans up when plastic keeps washing ashore?

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How much waste washes ashore around Mallorca, and what materials dominate the haul?

In a recent month, more than 5.3 tons of waste were collected from the sea and coast around Mallorca. Plastics made up about 2.3 tons (roughly 44%), followed by wood and other materials. Mallorca contributed around 2.5 tons, with Ibiza and the other islands also affected. This highlights plastics as the main concern for Mallorca’s shores.

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