The Tunisian Ministry of Environment has stated that the halt of construction work on a third basin at the El Rahma controlled dump in Manzel Bouzalfah, Nabil Governorate, poses a significant threat to the continuity of waste management in the region. In a written response to a question from Deputy Riem Sghir, the ministry emphasized that the delay in completing this basin will exacerbate the environmental situation and impact the operation of the public facility for managing household and similar waste.
The construction of the third basin is part of an additional development plan for the controlled dump, implemented by the National Agency for Waste Management to find technical solutions that ensure the continuity of public service for a longer period. The basin in question is designed to collect salt-saturated water resulting from the treatment of leachate water. The ministry stressed that this basin does not represent an additional source of pollution, as it is part of the environmental protection system at the site.
The ministry highlighted that the basin is specifically intended to collect treated water within an isolated and lined basin with insulating layers that meet technical specifications, preventing any potential leakage into the soil or groundwater. The ministry also noted that the delay in completing the basin during the past period has led to a further deterioration in the operating situation at the facility, due to the lack of additional prepared spaces to receive salt-saturated water resulting from the treatment process.
The ministry warned that stopping the construction work will have negative repercussions on the environmental situation in the region and disrupt household and similar waste management. This will also impact the continuity of public facility operations. The ministry emphasized that the controlled dump is a critical infrastructure for managing waste in the region, and any disruption to its operation will have significant environmental and health implications.
The El Rahma controlled dump is one of the key facilities for managing household and similar waste in the Nabil Governorate. The ministry's warning highlights the importance of completing the third basin construction to ensure the continuity of waste management services in the region. The ministry's statement also underscores the need for adequate infrastructure to manage waste and protect the environment.
The construction of the third basin at the El Rahma controlled dump is a critical component of the Tunisian government's efforts to improve waste management and environmental protection. The ministry's emphasis on the importance of completing this project highlights the government's commitment to addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development.
The Tunisian Ministry of Environment's warning on the consequences of stopping the third basin construction at El Rahma controlled dump highlights the need for urgent action to address the waste management challenges in the region. The ministry's statement emphasizes the importance of investing in infrastructure and services to protect the environment and promote sustainable development.
Key points
- The Tunisian Ministry of Environment warns that stopping construction of a third basin at El Rahma controlled dump threatens continuity of waste management.
- The third basin is designed to collect salt-saturated water resulting from the treatment of leachate water.
- The ministry emphasizes that the basin does not represent an additional source of pollution.
