Dear members,
I am looking for information on best practices related to solid waste management at fishing harbours. There are several challenges that have been identified by local Harbour Authorities, including the following: - Fishermen still throw waste overboard or burn it in a barrel, despite regulations that prohibit both of these practices. - If the waste does make it back to shore, there are many items like lobster traps, nylon rope, plastics and bait boxes (cardboard with a plastic liner) that may be difficult to recycle or compost. - Illegal dumping of household waste in the harbour containers, either by local residents or the fishermen themselves. Any information you can provide on successful waste diversion programs or campaigns related to Harbour Authorities would be helpful.
Regards,
Alanna McPhee
Alanna McPhee
Education Officer
RRFB Nova Scotia
14 Court St., Suite 305 Truro, NS B2N 3H7
Ph: 897-3252
Cell: 890-7321
Email: [email protected]
Online: www.rrfb.com
Waste Management & Harbour Authorities
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You might be interested in Florida's Clean Marina program: http://www.dep.state.fl.us/law/Grants/CMP/
Laurie J. Tenace
Environmental Specialist
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
2600 Blair Stone Road, MS 4555
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400
PH: (850) 245-8759
FAX: (850) 245-8811
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Bill Carter
Water Quality Monitoring & Assessment MC 165
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
P.O. Box 13087 Austin, TX 78711-3087
Phone: 512-239-6771
Fax: 512-239-4410
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