Project overview

This project supports the coastal community of El Cedro to reduce marine litter and protect vital mangrove, beach, and protected marine ecosystems through a locally driven circular economy approach.

By working with municipal authorities, businesses, and residents, the initiative turns waste into value while preventing pollution that increases flood risks and threatens livelihoods. The project combines participatory planning, targeted training, and community engagement to promote the 10R strategies, improve ecosystems, remove or prevent litter, and support sustainable circular economy businesses.

Key objectives

• Reduce marine litter and prevent pollution
• Protect mangrove, beach, and marine ecosystems
• Promote circular economy and 10R strategies
• Support sustainable circular economy businesses

Ecosystem focus

Ecosystems threatened by waste leakage and flooding risks.

• Mangroves
• Beaches
• Coastal waters
• Protected marine ecosystems

Where the work happens