Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Environmental Awareness
This beautiful island is unfortunately beset with environmental issues. True, some of its en-
vironmental concerns stem from tourism, but there is also the much deeper issue of littering
on streets and beaches, and garbage dumping on roadsides. Industrial waste, fridges, rubble
and all sorts of debris are often dumped in forests and near natural salt lakes.
In an attempt to remedy this situation, the government has responded with advertise-
ments encouraging people to put rubbish in bins and stop discarding cigarette butts on
beaches. There are new recycling points across the island. On a more grassroots level, edu-
cational programs have been launched in primary schools to encourage the next generation
to be more aware of their environment and the benefits of recycling. Local councils have
joined in, providing skips near and around natural habitats where dumping regularly oc-
curs. Positive actions like these are providing new hope and putting a much-needed focus
on the issue.
