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GARBAGE IN PARADISE San Andrés Island - Coggle Diagram
GARBAGE IN PARADISE
San Andrés Island
Description of the problem
Inappropriate disposal of solid waste affects the aesthetics of the island and the different ecosystems. The most affected are the marine fauna
Causes of the problem
Lack of environmental awareness
Insufficient waste management infrastructure
Effects of tourism
Massive influx of tourists
Solid waste generation
Landscape degradation
Solid waste on the island
59,5 % plastic
20,4 % glass
15 % fabric
Consequences
Lack of environmental awareness
Insufficient waste management infrastructure
Initiatives and solutions
Awareness campaigns
Improved waste management
Community participation in the cleanup