Last Friday, July 22, Greenearth Ecuador, together with the Ministry of Environment carried out an environmental awareness campaign in the community of Pacoche. The afternoon’s objective was to raise awareness about the importance of solid waste management and to initiate actions in favor of the environmental control of the community. As part of the sensitization program, a number of activities were carried out, among which, girls and adults members of the Girl Scout Association of Ecuador sang the theme “Verde Manzana” (“Green Apple”) by Ricardo Williams. This song expresses the importance of environmental education for the permanent care of the natural wealth of our country.

Another outstanding activity, in charge of the Ministry of Environment, was a puppet show that represented well-known species of the area such as the howler monkey, the blue-footed booby and the green turtle. Each of these species has faced a threat caused by solid waste contamination in the forest, beach, and sea. These species were rescued by “Salvador”, a committed person from the community that allowed them to recover their habitat.

Greenearth Ecuador held a conversation with the community to identify future projects that aim to generate greater awareness and environmental responsibility for the entire population. One of these projects will be a campaign with the purpose of separating and classifying waste from the community. This activity is already partially done, since all the organic matter generated is used to feed the animals in the area. Training people in communities is part of the United Nations initiative within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals. The participation of the community is of vital importance so they can be prepared and take action toward the effects of climate change in a resilient way.