EMERGENCY DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PROJECT

EMERGENCY DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PROJECT

Objective 

Manage debris from the hurricane and reconstruction activities to facilitate recovery and reduce risks 

Beneficiaries 
  • Entire population of Sint Maarten (about 40,000) through reduced health risks and improved aesthetics 
  • Short-term employment through debris clearance activities 
  • Landfill operational crew through training programs 
Approach
RECOVER RECOVER and salvage ships in Simpson Bay
CLEAR CLEAR and collect debris that will reduce mosquito-breeding grounds
SUPPRESS SUPPRESS fires with specialized equipment and gear
REORGANIZE REORGANIZE and upgrade storage and disposal sites
ENGAGE ENGAGE in dialogue on solid waste management sector reforms
Components 
  • Debris clearance and management  
  • Technical assistance  
  • Project management and implementation support