Massive eco-action: Volunteers clean 100 kilometers of Issyk-Kul Lake's coast

One of the largest environmental campaigns of the year took place on June 27, 2026, in the Ton district of Kyrgyzstan's Issyk-Kul region, focusing on cleaning the shoreline of the famous Issyk-Kul Lake. The massive effort saw over 1,500 volunteers dedicate their time to removing tons of waste and plastic that threatened the pristine waters and surrounding soil.

Organized jointly by the "Water Motor Sports Federation of Kyrgyzstan," the State Agency for Tourism Development, and the "Jashyl Dem" public association, the cleanup spanned approximately 100 kilometers of coastline. The initiative extended to popular tourist destinations and natural sites, including Dead Lake, Uch-Chungkur, Kekilik, Manjyly, Kaji-Sai, Aalam-Ordo, Sary-Talaa, and the "Fairy Tale" canyon, all of which attract thousands of visitors annually.

Organizers emphasized that such events are crucial not only for improving the environmental health of Issyk-Kul but also for cultivating a culture of responsible environmental stewardship. The campaign also aimed to boost ecological volunteerism and promote domestic tourism within Kyrgyzstan. Following the cleanup, a concert program was held, featuring speeches from officials and a show for the volunteers.

The successful operation resulted in a significantly cleaner coastline for the Ton district and engaged a large number of citizens in practical conservation efforts for one of Kyrgyzstan's most vital natural symbols. The organizers also noted that all stages of the F1H2O World Championship strive for a zero-carbon footprint policy, aligning with broader environmental goals.

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With such actions, we are forming a culture of careful attitude towards the environment, uniting thousands of people around environmental problems and, most importantly, keeping Issyk-Kul clean.