Socotra Island Solid Waste Cleaning Project aims to preserve the unique natural beauty of Socotra Island and protect its sensitive environment from the negative effects of waste, in cooperation with the Cleanliness and Improvement Fund. The project has achieved a series of notable environmental and community achievements, which enhances efforts to preserve this unique natural heritage.
Main objectives of the project :
The objectives of the project revolved around
Removing waste that threatens the island’s unique ecosystem.
Raising environmental awareness among the local community about the importance of maintaining cleanliness.
Supporting sustainable development by promoting a culture of environmental conservation.
Results and achievements:
- Cleaning large areas of natural areas on the island such as (wet, dry, coastal, reserves)
The work teams were able to clean large areas of coasts, beaches and wild areas, which helped restore the beauty of the island and reduce pollution that negatively affects plants, coral reefs and local animals. - Collecting huge quantities of waste
The project collected huge quantities of plastic waste and also collected dilapidated iron and transported tons of it to special places. This waste was transported and treated in environmentally friendly ways. This contributed to improving the island’s environment and reducing damage to marine organisms and the local ecosystem. - Raising environmental awareness among the local community
Workshops and awareness sessions were held for the local community on the importance of preserving the environment and managing waste in a sustainable manner. These activities were widely accepted by the population, as they helped strengthen their commitment to keeping their island clean. - Enhancing cooperation with local institutions
Through cooperation with the Cleanliness and Improvement Fund, partnerships between ACLSOCOTRA and local authorities were strengthened. This cooperation helped exchange experiences and facilitate the implementation of environmental activities, paving the way for more future projects. - Positive impact on ecotourism
Removing waste and improving the cleanliness of beaches and tourist areas had a positive impact on tourist attraction. The island became a more attractive destination for visitors, which contributes to supporting the local community’s economy and promoting sustainable ecotourism.
The “Cleaning Socotra Island from Solid Waste” project achieved remarkable achievements in preserving the environment and raising environmental awareness among the local community. ACLSOCOTRA will continue its commitment to implement more environmental projects to preserve the beauty of the island and protect its natural resources, and to enhance cooperation with the concerned authorities to ensure the sustainability of this environmental effort.