Santa Cruz Island’s most mentioned environmental project continues generating new results, and this receives every day wider acceptance and commitment by the local population. The cooperation between the local Municipality, Galápagos National Park, WWF - World Wide Fund For Nature, and ourselves has been the source for success. These results have made Santa Cruz Island a World example when it comes to processing solid waste on islands. It is important to remember that the volcanic substrate of this archipelago has a very thin layer of top soil. Thus, physically, places like the local landfill last very little time since they get full quite rapidly. The formula and environmental solution lies at simply generating less solid waste for the landfill. The less garbage sent there, the longer the lifespan for such areas. These realities and actions can actively minimize and reduce the environmental footprints of human beings in the pristine and fragile ecosystem of the Galápagos Islands.
Materials (Kg)
(Sep 2009) TOTAL
Plastics
120,085 :: 264,187
Glass
381,186 :: 838,609
Cardboard
1,050,302 :: 2,310664
Paper
85,992 :: 189,182
Batteries
1,204 :: 2,649
Other Materials
13,585 :: 29,887
TOTAL Kg - Pounds
1,652,356 :: 3,635,183
As of September 2009, Santa Cruz Island’s Recycling Project achieved a new mark: over 1.6 million Kilograms have been processed here. A new category has been designated and is called “Other Materials”. It includes Tetrapack packaging, aluminum cans, cement bags, etc. The results and the types of processed solid waste are:
The assigned funds for all these environmental initiatives show us that the efficiency of the project is also linked to the kind donations received from our guests and clients. Everyone who becomes motivated and touched by this project feels like joining in, and that alone allows them to also reduce their own environmental footprint. All financial help is welcomed and highly appreciated since it helps us to reach goals faster as part of a realistic approach to our Environmental Policy. If you feel motivated and ready to become a key player in generating sustainability, please contact directly Metropolitan Touring’s Environmental Affairs Division or Fundación Galápagos-Ecuador at: fdousdebes@metropolitan-touring.com :: fge@eticapa.com.ec
Fundación Galápagos has been chosen by Coca Cola to participate in the campaign “Every bottle has a story” for its commitment to making a positive difference to the Islands
Metropolitan Touring is one of South America’s most known and respected travel companies, providing unrivalled service to our guests for nearly 60 years. Along with our operations in Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Colombia, we also own and operate the finest ships for Galapagos Island cruises - the M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabella II and Yacht La Pinta - as well as the Finch Bay Eco Hotel. Come explore with us!
We take immense pride in our Galapagos cruise explorations, during which our guests experience the ever-changing ecological paradise of the islands. Our Galapagos cruises provide opportunities to walk, swim, snorkel, photograph and observe the archipelago’s amazing wildlife in the company of expert naturalist guides. Our Galapagos cruises are characterized by the highest standards of comfort, cuisine and service on board, combining these elements to provide solo-travelers, families and small groups with an unforgettable exploration of ‘the enchanted isles.’
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