Christian religious officials in Beirut oppose plans for incinerator

In 2019, Christian religious leaders in Beirut publicly opposed the government’s plans to build a waste incinerator in the city. They voiced their concerns over the potential health and environmental risks associated with incineration, urging the government to explore alternative solutions to the capital’s growing waste management crisis. The officials called for a comprehensive approach that includes better waste sorting and recycling programs instead of resorting to incineration, which they argued could lead to increased pollution and health problems for residents.

The opposition from these religious leaders added a significant voice to the broader public outcry against the incinerator plans. Protests and public debates ensued, with various community groups and political figures joining the call to halt the project and seek more sustainable waste management solutions.

This movement was part of a larger environmental and health advocacy effort in Lebanon, reflecting the community’s demand for more responsible and forward-thinking waste management practices.