Ministry of Environment Receives Proposals for Eco-Village Waste Valorization Project in Taniour
The Ministry of Environment has recently announced that it has received proposals from two investors interested in the eco-village waste valorization project in Taniour, Sfax region. This information was shared during a plenary session at the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) on March 5, dedicated to oral questions from deputies concerning the department's activities.
Project Background
The project aims to valorize waste in an ecological and sustainable manner, building on existing experience in waste management. A local cement factory has already begun to exploit and valorize waste within the Taniour eco-village. The Minister of Environment emphasized that his department will closely collaborate with the cement factory and the Ministry of Equipment to reduce congestion on the Taniour road caused by project-related activities.
Progress Despite Challenges
Despite certain obstacles related to land ownership issues, the Environment Department has made significant progress in implementing the project. Studies to identify waste valorization methods have been accelerated, allowing for tangible progress in the eco-village's development.
Addressing Construction Waste
The Minister of Environment also addressed the issue of construction waste in the region. In response, the ministry is conducting a study on transforming construction waste across different regions of the country. However, the minister highlighted that the costs associated with transforming these waste are relatively high for the state, amounting to 100 dinars per ton.
Construction Waste in Tunisia
Construction waste represents a significant portion of waste produced in Tunisia, with an estimated 12 million tons. This estimate is based on a 2020 study that evaluated the quantity of construction waste at 8 million tons, with an annual increase of 1 million tons.
