Cuida Aruba Announces Six Waste Drop-Off Locations for Saturday, August 29

For this edition, organizers decided to focus the campaign on six strategic spots rather than the larger number of locations used in the first edition. Based on lessons learned, this change aims to streamline operations, particularly regarding waste collection and transport.

During the first edition, managing numerous sites at once strained truck capacity to empty full containers and return them to service promptly. Focusing on six strategic locations will allow for better traffic flow coordination and reduce delays throughout the event. For more information, please visit cuidaaruba.com.

The 6 Waste Drop-Off Locations in Aruba

On Saturday, August 29, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM, residents can drop off their waste at the following locations:

• San Nicolas: Trupial Field, next to Centro Medico San Nicolas
• Pos Chikito/Burubundo: Baseball Field
• Barcadera: Waste zone at EcoTech
• Santa Cruz: Veld di Arsenal
• Oranjestad: Harbor Arena
• Tanki Leendert: Field near Colegio Ora Ubao

The drop-off points are distributed across the island to bring services closer to local neighborhoods. Concentrating on six sites ensures better coordination of trucks, dumpsters, and waste processing.

At Harbor Arena—one of the busiest drop-off sites during the first edition—a designated entry and exit route has been set up to smooth out traffic flow and unloading. Residents are asked to follow on-site directions to help keep traffic moving smoothly throughout the day.

Sort Your Waste at Home

One key takeaway from the first edition was the need to make waste sorting and processing easier. Organizers ask residents to sort their different types of waste at home before heading out whenever possible.

Sorting ahead of time speeds up unloading at drop-off sites as well as subsequent transport and processing. Preparing at home also cuts down on wait times and prevents congestion at the collection points. Organizers ask for the public's patience and cooperation, especially during peak hours.

EcoTech Waste Zone Open Daily

Residents do not need to wait until Saturday, August 29, to dispose of their waste. The waste zone at EcoTech Barcadera is open daily from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, giving residents the option to drop off waste during the week.

The government encourages anyone who can use the facility before Saturday to do so, helping reduce overall volume and wait times on National Cuida Aruba Day.