Roseau, Dominica, 23 October 2025 — The Ministry of Environment, through the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC), in partnership with UNDP
Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, this week, launched the “Keep Dominica Clean
and Green – Sort It at the Source” initiative at Ti Vilaj Kwéyòl. This new recycling
campaign makes it easier to separate waste right where it is created.
Clearly marked garbage bins and signage have been placed in the Ti Vilaj Kwéyòl, with
yellow bins designated for plastic items such as bottles, cups, and containers, and gray
bins for general waste such as food scraps and wrappers. This initiative is intended to
be replicated at future national events.
By promoting responsible waste practices, recycling, and community engagement, the “Keep Dominica Clean and Green – Sort It At The Source” campaign aims to foster environmental stewardship and resilience. “Waste doesn’t disappear; it is a resource that can be used over and over again if we sort at source,” reminded Mr. Florian Mitchel, General Manager at the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation. “Every item that you correctly sort is a win for Dominica. Waste management is a cycle that requires the participation of every stakeholder within the value chain, of which you are the crucial first step. Through this initiative, DSWMC, with support from its partner, showcased and demonstrated that waste can be sorted at all public events and large gatherings. We hope that this will spark our collective consciousness and approach towards sorting at the source. Let’s ensure the only thing we leave behind are great memories and a legacy of preserving this gem beyond compare. We can make a difference by sorting our waste at the source.”
Cozier Frederick, Minister for Environment, fully endorses the programme, stating, “This initiative is more than a campaign — it is a movement towards a cleaner, greener Dominica. As we embrace our Creole season and national pride, let us also embrace responsibility for our environment. Sorting waste at the source is a simple act, but one
that carries a powerful impact. Together, with the support of UNDP and every citizen, we
can make Dominica the model of sustainability in the Caribbean.”
UNDP proudly supports this initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to environmental protection, climate action, and partnership. “At UNDP, we believe that real change begins with community action. This initiative is a testament to the power of partnership and the Dominican Republic’s commitment to protecting the environment. By working together, we can ensure a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment for all,” said Ms. Limya Eltayeb, UNDP Resident Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.
This signals yet another avenue of collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Rural
Modernization, Kalinago Upliftment and Constituency Empowerment, which has delivered several impactful programmes with UNDP support, particularly in the Kalinago Territory. Through this waste management campaign, the shared mission continues to empower local communities to protect their environment.