The town of Bchaale in North Lebanon is home to 2400 residents and is reputed for its scenic hiking trails that attract eco-tourists. However, the town lacks adequate infrastructure that properly mitigates its wastewater, which poses environmental and public health risks and negatively impacts tourism. In response, USAID’s Community Support Program (CSP) is constructing a new wastewater treatment plant and sewage network in Bchaale to treat around 300m³ of wastewater per day. On August 24, 2024, CSP and the Bchaale municipality hosted a town hall meeting attended by 35 residents and municipal representatives to update the community on the ongoing wastewater facility construction and incentivize households to connect to the new sewer network. During the meeting, CSP also highlighted its plan to enhance the wastewater treatment facility’s sustainability through the construction of a solar farm which reduces the facility’s operational costs. “The solar farm and provided household connections enhance the sustainability of the new wastewater treatment plant,” said Rachid Geagea, former mayor and current member of the municipal council of Bchaale.