Over 950 pounds of waste removed from Sturridge Park mangrove site

JPS, through its Environmental Affairs Department and its philanthropic arm, the JPS Foundation, participated in the coastal clean-up activity held on International Coastal Cleanup Day (September 20).

With assistance from partners including the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), the Independent Cadet Unit and Courtyard Marriott, the energy company managed to remove a total of 962.84 pounds of waste. Of that number, Types 1 and 2 plastic bottles accounted for 294.94 pounds. The bottles were separated by the volunteers and collected by the Recycling Partners of Jamaica.

“As an energy company, we adhere to various local and international environmental standards and regulations in order to ensure we operate in a safe way,” shared Environmental Officer at JPS, Tricia Panton.

“But beyond operational compliance, there is great interest in the protection of the various lifeforms that we come in contact with. How we have been showing up for International Coastal Cleanup Day and other eco-centred activities over the years, is testament to our resolve to ensure that we have a net positive impact on our surroundings.”

Head at the JPS Foundation, Sophia Lewis, underscored the importance of having all hands on deck for initiatives of this nature. “Climate resilience is one of the foundation’s key areas of focus and it is only achievable if everyone considers the little they are able to do as integral to securing ecosystems.”