Somaliland (Ahava Valley) – Obsolete Pesticides Site
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Key pollutant
Aldrin, Dieldrin, Lindane, and Malathion
Source
Soil
Pathway
- Direct contact
- Airborne
Population affected
200
Children Under 6 Affected
40
DALYs averted
19
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Date started
2014
Cost of project
165,475
Funders
UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
The goals of the project are to update and characterize pesticide contamination (aldrin, dieldrin, lindane, and malathion) at the Ahaya Valley DLCO Site (using both field analytical methods (semi-quantitative) and laboratory analysis of samples); Evaluate possible remedial actions for the site, considering technical feasibility, effectiveness, cost, time and logistical considerations; Make recommendations on remedial actions; and Develop plans, designs and specifications for the recommended remedial actions.
Current project activities include:
- Collect, analyze and assess environmental data for pesticides
- Review existing regulations related to contamination, conduct feasibility studies, and prepare recommendations
- Consult with government and stakeholders.