Canary Islands Waste Management Partnership

Overview

In May 2025, the Canary Islands Government's Ministry of Ecological Transition and Energy formalized a partnership with the El Hierro Island Council to advance the island's Waste Management Plan.

This new agreement aims to:

• Expedite the formulation and administrative processing of the island's waste strategy
• Ensure compliance with European and national waste legislation standards

The partnership responds to delays caused by El Hierro’s limited local resources, which previously hampered progress on an updated waste plan.

Broader Context

The collaboration underscores a broader effort by regional authorities to:

• Comply with the 2021-2027 Canary Islands Waste Plan
• Align with European directives on circular economy practices

By outsourcing technical administrative tasks to the regional government, El Hierro hopes to:

• Accelerate the process
• Prevent further delays in waste management policies

Regional Support and Commitment

This move illustrates the regional government’s commitment to:

• Supporting smaller islands struggling with capacity gaps
• Ensuring all islands adapt to evolving legal requirements

Agreement Details

• • Timeline: Clear two-year duration, with provisions for extensions
  • Oversight: Managed by a joint Monitoring Committee

Significance

Such coordinated efforts are vital for:

• The island's ecological sustainability
• Public health
• Compliance with European environmental standards

This initiative is crucial for residents and expats committed to sustainable living in the Canary Islands.