Projects

 What is Kilometers of Plastic for Iris?

Kilometers of Plastic for Iris is an initiative led by Mallorca Preservation in collaboration with Menorca Preservation, Ibiza Preservation, Conservation Collective, and the YouSocial Volunteer Association. Inspired by the legacy of Iris Annabel Goldsmith, the project aims to raise awareness among young people in the Balearic Islands about plastic pollution.

The initiative invites secondary school students to explore nature while reflecting on solutions to reduce plastic use and collecting litter along the way. In the 2025 edition, 146 young people from Mallorca actively took part, walking through the island's natural landscapes and collecting 17 kg of plastic waste. Beyond encouraging direct environmental action, the project also fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a long-term commitment to protecting the environment among the next generation. The Iris project Contest

As a consequence of the conscious walks, the debates generated and the knowledge created, the 15 to 20yr old’s participating in the walks can then present themselves to the Kilometres of Plastic for IRIS Competition. 

About Iris

Iris Annabel Goldsmith died in a tragic accident on her family farm at the age of 15 on 8 July 2019. Iris had a deep and lifelong connection with the natural world, a gentle way with animals of all kinds, and a particular reverence for the sea. Iris well understood that finding harmony with nature is the overriding purpose of humanity – and she took every opportunity to do her bit. Before leaving any beach or wild space she visited Iris always made a point of organizing everyone to clear the litter from one end to the other. The Iris Project seeks to empower young people of Iris’ age in their own efforts to restore and protect nature where they live.