Cameroon: Assessment and Cleanup of Pesticide-Contaminated Sites
the details…
Key pollutant
Pesticides
Industry
Agriculture
Date started
May 2016
Cost of project
52,484
Funders
FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)
Phase I involves an assessment of 6-12 pesticide-contaminated sites and training of local MOE officials, which took place at the end of May 2016. A report on prioritization and detailed site assessments was produced. Remediation plans will occur in Phase II.
UPDATE: Phase I was successfully completed, with 12 sites undergoing assessment. The project steering committee is choosing 2 of the assessed sites for detailed examination and site remediation.
From the Pollution Blog: In Cameroon: Hunting For Toxic Killers