More than 1,500 trees are going to be planted in a number of valleys, following a month-long clean-up initiative, which is led by Parks Malta, various NGOs and local councils.

The initiative leader, Park Malta, said that it committed itself to planting two trees for every tonne of waste collected and due to the fact that 750 tonnes of waste were collected, more than 1,500 indigenous trees are to be planted.

The campaign was brought to a close at Wied il-Għasel in Mosta and Miriam Dalli, the minister of sustainable development, thanked all the participating partners. More than 20 organisations took part in the clean-up campaign, including Din L-Art Ħelwa, the Girl Guides of Birżebbuġa and Raniero’s Adventures, supported by Parks Malta’s employees. The Energy and Water agency and Enemed also joined the campaign.

“Parks Malta collected 750 tonnes of waste in a few months from a number of valleys. As Parks Malta commit to planting more trees and taking care of them, visitors should also commit to acting responsibly,” said Miriam Dalli.