# Regional waste management initiatives in Spain and Argentina > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/regional-waste-management-initiatives-in-spain-and-argentina > Updated: 2026-08-26T06:43:44.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2. Local governments in Spain and Argentina continue to implement various waste management and sustainability programs. In Spain, initiatives include community composting in A Coruña, where the City Council is distributing 80 domestic composters to individuals and organizations. The Asturias region has invested 158,000 euros to improve selective waste collection infrastructure in the Ponga Natural Park to manage the environmental impact of nature tourism. Additionally, Esquel has launched an environmental education program for institutions to improve waste separation and recovery rates. In Argentina, the ‘Nos Compostamos Bien 2’ program in the Santiago Metropolitan Region has reached over 300 beneficiaries, providing composting kits and training to educational establishments and organizations. Meanwhile, in Quilmes, the ‘Menos Residuos Más Comunidad’ program in Ezpeleta coordinates the collection of green waste, bulky items, and recyclables to simplify waste disposal for residents. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Regional authorities implement waste and environmental regulations Municipalities and judicial authorities in Argentina, Mexico, and Spain are taking actions regarding waste management, environmental protection, and the cleaning of a former vaccination site in Pilar. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/regional-waste-management-initiatives-launched-in-spain-and-argentina ### 2026-08-23: Santiago and A Coruña launch community composting initiatives Santiago and A Coruña are launching waste management initiatives, providing composting kits and training to communities and individuals to promote circular economy practices. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiago-and-a-corua-launch-community-composting-initiatives --- Cite as: Regional waste management initiatives in Spain and Argentina. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/regional-waste-management-initiatives-in-spain-and-argentina