Sustainable management of POPs in Mauritius

The objective of this project is the implementation of the first two priorities from the Mauritius's NIP. (1) Disposal of obsolete POPs chemicals and decontamination of POPs-related infested areas (2) Development of alternative strategies for malaria vector management with reduced—or no—reliance on DDT.Mauritius decided to combine addressing the first two priorities in one project because of perceived synergies that will facilitate implementation and reduce related costs. Both priorities involve disposal and remediation. In addition, sustainable disposal of and decontamination from POPs chemicals can only be obtained when the underlying cause is removed. Therefore the combination of both priorities secures sustainability as well.