By Boca Vibe
Save Our Gulf from Big Oil!
Boca Raton, FL — April 15, 2026 Read more at BocaVibe.com.
A community beach cleanup and press conference will be held on Clearwater Beach to raise awareness about the impact of big oil on our gulf. The event is hosted by Sierra Club Florida, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, and Florida Student PIRGs.
- Clearwater Beach Cleanup
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Clearwater Beach
The cleanup event will bring together volunteers from the community to pick up trash and debris on the beach. The event is a call to action for residents to take responsibility for protecting our gulf.
The Impact of Big Oil on Our Gulf
Just days before the 16th anniversary of the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon explosion, the devastating effects of big oil on our gulf will be highlighted during the press conference. Speakers from Sierra Club Florida and Clearwater Marine Aquarium will discuss the environmental damage caused by oil spills and the need for sustainable energy solutions.
- Keynote Speaker: Dr. Kathryn Sullivan
- Topic: The Future of Energy in Our Gulf
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
- Location: Clearwater Beach
The event is a reminder that our gulf is not just a natural resource, but also a vital part of our ecosystem and economy. We must take action to protect it from the devastating effects of big oil.
Get Involved!
If you’re interested in participating in the cleanup or learning more about the impact of big oil on our gulf, visit the Sierra Club Florida website at [insert website URL].
- Follow us on social media for updates and information:
- Sierra Club Florida: @SierraClubFL
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium: @CMAquarium
- Florida Student PIRGs: @FSPIRGS
Together, we can make a difference and save our gulf from the devastating effects of big oil.
Official city info: City of Boca Raton.
Source: Original Report