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This document summarizes solid waste management practices in Latin America and the Caribbean region. It finds that while collection rates are generally acceptable in large cities, disposal is often deficient, with 60% of waste ending up in open dumps. Cost recovery for waste management services averages less than half of actual costs. There are opportunities to increase recycling and private sector participation. The World Bank has invested $698 million in 40 solid waste management projects in the region th

Author

Catalina Ramirez

Language

EN