Clean-up Campaigns
Sustainable waste management is a challenge for remote tourist accommodations and villages, which is common in Namibia. Instead, much of the waste ends up being burned, causing air pollution. Even when it is transported over long distances and being treated, it leads to emissions which directly adds to global warming. Also, many people are not aware of the negative impact of waste, if not lack the opportunities and facilities to reduce and recycle plastic.
TOSCO, partnering with EcoAwards, HAN (Hospitality Association of Namibia), RNF (Recycle Namibia Form) and Recycle Lab, organises clean-up campaigns whereby tourism stakeholders and conservancy members join to clean up the natural environment. During our clean-up campaigns we organise workshops to raise awareness among participants on the effects of waste on the natural environment, as well as on waste management practices. We are determined to find sustainable waste management solutions in rural areas.