Sant Joan's Night in Palma left 15 tons of waste on beaches and promenades, but Emaya's operation prevented the disaster from lingering. From 3 a.m., 32 workers and 19 teams were deployed to collect the trash. An additional 16 employees and 100 extra bins were added, ensuring public spaces were clean after the party. The operation prevented waste from damaging the urban and coastal environment.
Nighttime logistics: 19 teams and reinforcement of smart bins 🗑️
The operation was coordinated with 19 cleaning teams that acted simultaneously in the busiest areas. The addition of 100 extra bins allowed waste volume to be managed without overwhelming regular collection points. The 16 reinforcement employees joined the usual 32, optimizing night shifts. This planning demonstrates how waste management technology, though basic, can be applied to keep the city operational after massive events without the need for major innovations.
15 tons of evidence that fun comes at a price… in bins 🎉
That 15 tons of trash appear in one night is not a record, but a tradition. At least Emaya is clear about it and prepares with extra bins like someone anticipating a hangover. The 100 additional containers seem to say: have fun, we'll clean up later. Perhaps next time attendees could help out, but in the meantime, the operation works. Of course, nature is grateful that we don't leave the party leftovers until August.