To permanently eliminate the use of PFAS-containing firefighting foams in the Saint Lucia Fire Service and the main marine terminal and energy producer by replacing foams with ICAO-compliant fluorine-free alternatives, safely disposing of existing stockpiles, and strengthening regulatory frameworks, technical capacity, and hazardous waste management systems to prevent reintroduction

Project Details

GEF Project ID
12250
Country
St. Lucia
Implementing Agencies
United Nations Industrial Development Organization
Approval FY
Status
Project Approved
Region
Small Islands Developing States
Executing Agencies
The Basel Convention Regional Centre for the Caribbean (BCRC-Caribbean)
GEF Period
GEF - 8
Project Type
Medium-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
13,473,596
GEF Project Grant
3,500,000
GEF Agency Fees
332,500

Timeline

Received by GEF
Project Approved for Implementation