FOR the past eight years, in his capacity as the head of one of Jamaica’s leading marine waste management companies, Michael McCarthy has had his battles with sceptical bankers, and often difficult and resistant public and devastating natural disasters that have threatened to undo all that he has striven to accomplish.

Yet his steadfast belief in himself, the lessons he learnt from his hardworking parents, and his determination to leave the planet in a better condition than he found it, has reinforced his drive and passion to continue along the path.

“At the end of the day, seeing cleaner waterways, healthier coastlines, and tangible environmental change is what continues to motivate me. Knowing that our efforts are contributing to a better future for Jamaica and future generations is far greater than any negativity that may exist around the journey,” he said.