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Circular Economy & Pollution Management

Recycling and valuation of waste

This initiative promotes the recycling and upcycling of waste materials to reduce environmental impact and create new economic opportunities.
Drivers of Degradation Addressed
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Land-Based Pollution

This initiative promotes the recycling and upcycling of waste materials to reduce environmental impact and create new economic opportunities for coastal communities. This solution was part of the MAR+Invest Build & Connect program 2023.

Author MAR Fund
Region Latin America and the Caribbean
Country Mexico
GFCR Programme MAR+Invest - The Business Development and Finance Facility of the Mesoamerican Reef
GFCR Convening Agent MAR Fund
Priority Coral Reef Sites Laguna de Bacalar y Isla de Cozumel, México
Sector Circular Economy & Pollution Management
Stage Concept/Design
Key Contact Amy Jones
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