# Grocer Beach Cleanup Initiatives Meijer Has Partnered with the CGLR for Shoreline Cleanup Programs By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-08-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoreline-cleanup-programs References: [progressivegrocer](https://www.progressivegrocer.com/meijer-keeps-eye-great-lakes-pollution) & [meijer](https://www.meijer.com/)  [Meijer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meijer-and-instacart) has teamed up with the [Council of the Great Lakes Region](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neogen-corporation) (CGLR) to spearhead some shoreline cleanup programs throughout Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. The initiative will see technologies rolled out starting this week to help clean up busy beaches, waterways and marinas including the BeBot, which is capable of raking through 32,000-square-feet of sand per hour for trash. The Pixie Drones will be deployed into the water to collect and remove litter, while also capturing important data related to water quality. Meijer President and CEO Rick Keyes commented on the shoreline cleanup programs saying, "Contributing to the conservation of these invaluable waterways is important to the well-being of our ecosystems, economy, and the communities we serve. Meijer has a strong history of environmental stewardship, and we're pleased to partner with the CGLR because the impact these initiatives will make will ultimately benefit generations to come." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Shoreline Cleanup Programs:** There is an opportunity for companies and organizations to partner with conservation groups to develop more effective and sustainable shoreline cleanup programs that utilize emerging technologies. - **Beach Cleanup Technologies:** The development and implementation of beach cleanup technologies such as the BeBot and Pixie Drones show a growing need for innovative solutions in waste management and environmental conservation. - **Waterway Data Collection:** There is an opportunity for companies and organizations to collect and analyze important data related to water quality, beach usage, and environmental impact to inform future conservation efforts and policy decisions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Grocery Stores:** Grocery stores like Meijer have an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to environmental conservation and community engagement by partnering with organizations to implement sustainable shoreline cleanup programs. - **Waste Management:** The development and implementation of effective and sustainable beach cleanup technologies like the BeBot and Pixie Drones demonstrate a growing need for innovation in the waste management industry. - **Conservation Organizations:** Conservation organizations like the Council of the Great Lakes Region (CGLR) have an opportunity to partner with companies and develop innovative solutions for environmental conservation, waste management, and shoreline cleanup programs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waste-Minimizing Household Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grove-co-spring-collection.md) - [River Cleanup-Supporting Cooler Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivers-are-life.md) - [On-Demand Alcohol Deliveries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meijer-and-instacart.md) - [Charitable Holiday Retail Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-program.md) - [Automated Ocean-Cleaning Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jellyfishbot.md) - [Affordable Holiday-Ready Grocery Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meijer1.md) - [Eco-Conscious Cleaning Product Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recovered-coastal-plastic-packaging.md) - [Sustainable Haircare Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amika-joins-4ocean.md) - [Expanded Retailer Delivery Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meijer-home-delivery.md)