WREC case study: The Role of Scrap Dealers in Cox’s Bazar to support humanitarian response and reduce environmental impact 1/4

Summary

This case study details the UNDP's initiative in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, highlighting scrap dealers' roles in enhancing recycling, addressing waste management challenges, and promoting sustainability and community engagement since 2017.

Content

This case study summarizes the steps undertaken by humanitarian organizations to engage scrap dealers on the collection of recyclable materials in Bangladesh, contributing to reduce the negative environmental impact of the humanitarian response. The document outlines useful steps for any organization’s Supply Chain and Programme officers planning to improve the management of recycling materials generated along their humanitarian supply chain.

This document is available in English, French, Arabic and Spanish. Scroll down to find the translated versions.

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