FUSE X Bonaire
Bonaire is working towards a circular economy where they recycle and reuse as much waste as possible. A good start has been made with initiatives like recycling centers and reduced single-use plastics. However, 88% of waste in Bonaire is still being dumped. Huge landfill fires form a threat to the surrounding areas. This is not good for the environment and is not sustainable for the future.
The start of plastic circularity on Bonaire
That is why FUSE Caribbean, together with local entrepreneurs started to help turn plastic into a valuable resource for the island’s economy. This could not only contribute to a cleaner Bonaire but also to the creation of jobs and prosperity. The aim has always been to protect Bonaire’s unique identity as a Blue Destination.
After a trial period we decided to close the project and pick up the thread again when the local conditions are favorable enough for us to continue. While we are transitioning our operational focus toward environmental initiatives elsewhere in the Caribbean, we remain open to future collaboration and the further development of recycling value chains on Bonaire when the supporting infrastructure and regulatory framework are more mature.
