Innovation for the environment

As the case with the majority of municipalities in Lebanon, Bikfaya municipality lacked support from the central government and was unable to provide viable solutions for solid waste management (SWM).  This motivated local residents to propose grassroot initiatives. A group of volunteers (with no prior technical knowledge in solid waste management), promoted recycling and sorting at source. Initially receiving technical support from a local environmental NGO, this case has eventually transformed into a best practice that is resonating in Lebanon and the MENA region.