USAID Marine Litter Audit Guidebook

The guidebook provides a standardized approach for conducting a marine debris beach litter survey to measure the rate, extent, and composition of litter on beaches. It outlines the equipment and software requirements, survey zones, and methodology for data collection and analysis. The guidebook is intended to be used by program staff and local partners to document the impacts of marine debris in their coastal communities and inform strategies for reducing litter and promoting sustainable waste management.