Waste Recycling (TRI/92/G51/2101/003) (TRI/92/G51/2101/003)

Project Details & Results

The project will address strengthening of waste recycling project of P.U.S.H to address better livelihoods for salvagers and their families. P.U.S.H recently (September, 1995) embarked on Phase 1 of a major waste recycling programme in Tobago. It initiated a glass recycling project which involves the collection and shipment of non-returnable bottles to the Carib Glass Ltd. factory in Trinidad. Subsequent phases will address recycling of plastic, cardboard and iron/steel. The grant will be used to construct a storage and packaging facility, acquire machinery and a vehicle for collection and transport of bottles, and provide for the livelihood of bottle salvagers, through the provision of commissions for their participation in the project.

Project Results
The project failed to meet its objectives due to poor organisational structure and management, and lack of commitment and leadership. Unutilised grant of TT$16,300 (US$2,608; exchange rate =6.25) returned to GEF/SGP TRI/95/G52 B/L2101 in September, 1997.