Puerto Rico Solid Waste Strategy
The integrated solid waste management options outlined in this document were formulated as a result of an intensive and collaborative citizen participation process started in the spring of 2010 through the Puerto Rico Recycling Partnership (PRRP). This March 2013 update includes input from nearly three years of PRRP meetings, meetings of a variety of PRRP teams, and other stakeholder comments offered through that period. The overall goal of this process was to develop a Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) program for Puerto Rico that will help solve the solid waste crisis, while working to enhance Puerto Rico's economy.
The summary of integrated sustainable materials goals are:
To submit your comments on the Puerto Rico Solid Waste Strategy, please contact Stephanie I. Anderson-Morales at [email protected].
The summary of integrated sustainable materials goals are:
- Goal 1: Mandate Specific Materials for Reuse, Recycling and Composting
- Goal 2: Develop Markets for Recycling
- Goal 3: Reduce Waste through Progressive Source Reduction Initiatives
- Goal 4: Address Financial Barriers through New Revenue Models
- Goal 5: Influence Behaviors through Comprehensive Education Programs
- Goal 6: Enhance implementation & Infrastructure Development
- Goal 7: Integrate and Expand Current Planning & Citizen Participation
To submit your comments on the Puerto Rico Solid Waste Strategy, please contact Stephanie I. Anderson-Morales at [email protected].
LINK TO INFOGRAPHIC ON THE IMPORTANCE OF SOLID WASTE MITIGATION STRATEGIES
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EPA and FEMA collaborated with HUD, USDA, and DRNA to create an infographic highlighting the importance of creating and reviewing solid waste mitigation strategies before and after a disaster. To access the complete infographic, click here.
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