Centros de reciclaje ayudan a limpiar Haiti, generan ingresos para habitantes

In Haiti, only 40% of the capital's waste is collected, leaving the rest to accumulate in poor neighborhoods. New companies are teaching Haitians to recycle waste for money, a practice common in other countries. After the 2010 earthquake, at least four recycling companies began operations in Port-au-Prince, collecting plastic bottles and other recyclables. Programs like 'Recogiendo Dinero' have set up kiosks across the country, providing income opportunities for locals. Danisa Julien, a local, uses the money earned from recycling to support her family, highlighting the economic impact of these initiatives in a country where stable jobs are scarce.

What percentage of waste does the Haitian government collect in the capital?

• 50%

• 40%

• 30%

• 60%

What event led to the start of recycling companies in Port-au-Prince?

• A government initiative

• The 2010 earthquake

• A foreign investment

• A local environmental campaign

Which materials are recycled by the companies in Port-au-Prince?

• Plastic bottles and aluminum cans

• Metal and wood

• Organic waste

• Glass and paper

What is the name of the program that Danisa Julien participates in?

• Haitian Green Initiative

• Recogiendo Dinero

• Eco-Friendly Haiti

• Recycling for Cash

How does Danisa Julien use the money she earns from recycling?

• To buy luxury items

• To save for a vacation

• To invest in a business

• For food, school fees, and supplies