USAID Clean Cities, Blue Ocean Program Overview

Agency for International Development (USAID) aimed at combating ocean plastic pollution. The program focuses on strengthening waste management systems and building circular economies in rapidly urbanizing focal countries, with a budget of $48 million and a duration of August 2019 to August 2024. The document provides an overview of the program's approach, activities, and impacts, including the amount of plastic and waste diverted from landfills, individuals trained, and grants awarded to local partners. It also lists the program's management and partners, including national and local governments, private sector partners, and non-governmental organizations.