Solid waste management in the Dominican Republic

Abstract

The main goal of this investigation is to present a list of responsibilities and obligations contained in the Law No. 225-20 of Integral Management and Co-processing of Solid Waste applied to generators, producers, importers and merchants, as well as the incentives provided by Dominican authorities listed on such legislative body, in order to serve as a warning and a proposal for the clients of ours who’s operations relate to this area. The starting point will be the Law No. 225-20, as well as the rule for its application, which contains detailed information on relevant aspects for the appropriate handling of solid waste.