About Us
Who we are
About Geo Pomona Waste Management
- Reduce
- Reuse
- Recycle
- Recover
The 4Rs in Waste Management: Our Commitment at Geo Pomona Waste Management Private Limited
At Geo Pomona Waste Management Private Limited, we are deeply committed to sustainable waste management practices, guided by the principles of the 4Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recovery. These principles are not just a framework for managing waste but a philosophy that drives every aspect of our operations, aiming to create a cleaner, healthier environment for all.
Reduce
The first and most crucial step in effective waste management is reduction. By minimizing waste generation at the source, we can significantly decrease the burden on our waste management systems and the environment. This involves mindful consumption, efficient use of resources, and encouraging practices that lead to less waste production. Reducing waste not only conserves natural resources but also reduces pollution and lowers greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Reuse
Reusing materials extends their life cycle, reduces the need for new resources, and minimizes waste. This principle promotes the repair and refurbishment of products, as well as the creative repurposing of items that would otherwise be discarded. Reuse helps to conserve resources, reduce waste, and support a circular economy where products are kept in use for as long as possible.
Recycle
Recycling transforms waste into valuable resources, reducing the need for raw materials and conserving energy. It involves the collection, sorting, and processing of materials to create new products. Recycling helps to reduce landfill use, conserve natural resources, and lower energy consumption, thereby reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability.
Recovery
Recovery involves extracting energy or materials from waste that cannot be reused or recycled. This step is crucial for minimizing landfill use and recovering value from waste. Energy-from-waste technologies, material recovery facilities, and innovative recovery processes help to transform waste into valuable resources, providing renewable energy and reducing environmental impact.
Our Commitment
At Geo Pomona Waste Management (Pvt) Limited, we strive to achieve the 4Rs through continuous improvement and innovation. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to implement these principles across all our operations, ensuring that we contribute to a sustainable future.
We believe that by embracing the 4Rs, we can significantly reduce our environmental footprint, promote healthier communities, and create a more sustainable world. Join us in our mission to make waste management more efficient and environmentally friendly. Together, we can make a difference.
Our History
Geo Pomona Waste Management Private Limited was established in April 2022. It is the project entity created to carry out the Waste to Energy Project at Pomona. This project is a Joint Venture Concession Agreement between the City of Harare and Geogenix BV. Geo Pomona Waste Management specialises in modern sustainable solutions for waste management.
The Pomona site was previously a textbook case of a mismanaged dumpsite. Various stakeholders used it for waste dumping without any oversight. The area was plagued by recurrent fire outbreaks due to gas build-up in the landfill, often taking months to extinguish. These fires emitted thick smoke, causing severe air pollution, blanketing nearby areas, and forcing residents to inhale potentially harmful fumes. This not only caused respiratory problems and eye irritation but also posed long-term health risks.
The site was a severe environmental hazard, producing unbearable smells and posing dangers to both the environment and the people of Harare. It lacked access roads and proper waste management infrastructure, attracting large numbers of squatters scavenging through the waste. This situation exacerbated the already dire conditions.
Unchecked waste attracted pests like rats and flies, spreading diseases. Rainwater percolating through the landfill dissolved contaminants from decomposing waste, creating a toxic liquid known as leachate. Due to the absence of a proper liner, leachate seeped into the ground, causing severe ground pollution and polluting nearby water sources. The unchecked pollution from the site, including air pollution, water pollution, and ground pollution, was significant and posed serious health and environmental risks.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Values
The benefits of our work should span generations.
We will always find a better way.
We will persevere through any adversity.
We see what others do not.
