In celebration of World Environment Day, Gold Fields Damang Mine, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), organized a community engagement event in Tarkwa to raise awareness about plastic waste and promote sustainable waste management.
The event, held under the global theme “Beat Plastic Pollution,” took place at the Nana Kwabena Amponsah IV Social Grounds.
Nearly 300 participants—including schoolchildren, traders, and community stakeholders—attended the event, which featured interactive sessions and a theatrical performance illustrating the harmful impact of plastic pollution on agriculture and the environment.
The performance reinforced the urgent need for better waste management practices, especially in local communities.
Desmond Asare, Acting Environment Unit Manager at Gold Fields Damang Mine, emphasized the importance of responsible plastic use. “We must begin to rethink our plastic consumption habits. The future of our environment depends on the decisions we make today,” he said.
As part of its commitment to community development and environmental stewardship, Gold Fields Damang Mine donated waste bins to four participating schools. The EPA also contributed by distributing reusable shopping bags to encourage the reduction of single-use plastics.
The event concluded with a unified call to action, urging individuals and institutions alike to adopt more sustainable practices in waste disposal. Organizers reiterated that building a cleaner, healthier environment requires collective responsibility and continued community engagement.
Gold Fields Damang Mine and the EPA reaffirmed their commitment to environmental education and sustainable development through partnerships that empower local communities and support Ghana’s broader environmental goals.
