SUSTAINABLE WASTE DISPOSAL SYSTEM

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OPC

OPC is a non-governmental organization in Ghana that promotes social entrepreneurship in the field of regenerative food and farming systems. Our centres connect national and international stakeholders and enable them to co- develop applied solutions.

FOCUS OF THE PROJECT

Comprehensive waste management system

Raising awareness among community members

Promoting environmentally friendly actions

Monthly community cleanups

Integration of social and economic factors

Reproducibility

2023

US Embassy project application
Community survey
Cleaning the school
First workshops/sensitization

2024

Establishment of 15 collection points
Introducing color-coded trash bags
Construction of a central recycling plant
Community Clean Ups

2025

Operation of a central recycling plant (separation and composting plant)

PROBLEM

n Ghana, plastic is used in large quantities but is often not disposed of properly. This leads to environmental problems, water and air pollution due to improper waste incineration and damage to agriculture. The consequences of this are not only fatal for nature, but also for people. The resulting health problems include malaria, risk of respiratory infections, heart disease and lung cancer.

SOLUTION

We develop a comprehensive waste management system, raise awareness among community members and promote environmentally friendly behavior. Monthly community cleanups are part of our strategy. The reproducibility of the project is promoted by integrating economic and social factors.

PLANNING

We started with a community survey and submitted a project application to the US Embassy in Ghana. In collaboration with stakeholders, we defined clear goals. The inclusion of economic and social factors promotes reproducibility, increases the impact and makes the project interesting for international philanthropic donors.

IMPLEMENTATION

Our measures include the introduction of color-coded garbage bags for households, the establishment of 15 waste collection points (each covering 50 households) and the operation of a central recycling plant with separation and composting facilities. At the same time, we raise awareness in the community and carry out regular clean-up operations.

EXPECTED RESULTS

We create jobs and develop skilled workers, promote public hygiene and health through awareness and education, produce organic fertilizer through composting, and advocate for environmental protection through sustainable action. Our innovative approach to waste management is also promoted in schools. Together we can rid Busua of plastic waste and promote sustainable living.

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