Our Mission
Eco Barge Clean Seas Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation based in Airlie Beach, right at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. We are committed to engaging the community in the protection of our precious marine life and the aquatic environment of the Whitsunday Region.
Our Journey
Our journey began in 2009, with the Whitsunday Marine Debris Removal Program, which focused on cleaning up the heavily impacted beaches of the Whitsunday Islands.
Over time, our initiatives have expanded to include the Clean Streets and Creeks Program, aimed at reducing the amount of debris entering our waterways. We provide care for sick and injured marine turtles at the Whitsunday Turtle Rescue Centre and recycle collected marine debris, transforming it into reusable products.
Education and awareness are central to our mission. We actively engage with the community to raise awareness about marine debris, promote responsible waste disposal, and inform the public on how to respond to sightings of sick or injured marine turtles.
Meet the team
Libby Edge
Founder
Libby is the heart and soul of Eco Barge Clean Seas Inc. Her unwavering dedication to protecting and preserving our marine environment for future generations inspired her to establish Eco Barge. Witnessing the devastating effects of marine debris on local wildlife, Libby became a powerful advocate for positive change in the Whitsunday Region.
Kelly Cronin
Eco-Experience & Environmental Programs Coordinator
Kelly is the driving force behind continuous innovation at Eco Barge. With a passion for operational efficiency and over ten years of experience in marketing, Kelly focuses on program expansion to take Eco Barge Clean Seas to new levels. She works on our projects around recycling marine debris, helping to ensure Eco Barge is actively keeping our seas clean in alignment with the circular economy.
Our Volunteers
Eco Barge would not be where it is today without our dedicated volunteers. These incredible individuals form the backbone of our organisation, working to remove marine debris, care for turtles, and support our initiatives. Their hard work and commitment are essential to achieving our mission of protecting our marine environment. Without them, Eco Barge simply would not exist!
