Elisabethpark visitors barely notice cleanup action, only half the park is cleared

An environmental initiative to tackle litter in Brussels' Elisabethpark in Ganshoren is having minimal impact on park visitors. The cleanup, organized by Leefmilieu Brussel, is taking place from June 1 to June 3, but many visitors remain largely unaware of the efforts. The campaign divides the park into two sections. While one side receives regular maintenance, the other is deliberately left with scattered waste. This stark contrast is intended by the City of Brussels to visually demonstrate the scale of the litter problem and the importance of cleanup efforts. Despite the organizers' intentions, the visual impact appears to be lost on many who frequent the park. The lack of noticeable difference for visitors suggests the campaign's message might not be effectively communicated or that the contrast is not as stark as intended. The effort aims to raise awareness, but its current execution seems to fall short of engaging the public directly.