Sustainable Plastic Waste Management Plan: Defending the fragile ecosystem of Himachal Pradesh

The Sustainable Plastic Waste Management Plan was launched by the Government of Himachal Pradesh in 2009 to systematically and aggressively deal with the environmental threat emanating from non-biodegradable waste. The ban on the use of plastic in Himachal Pradesh has proven to be effective and successful in developing a systematic system of disposing off plastic Read More …

Converting urban waste into resource

Trash to Treasure is a CHF International’s initiative to strengthen waste industry by regular collection, sorting and recycling processes. Efforts are also made to give recognition to waste pickers’ role in keeping the city clean.   In India, waste collection is an unorganised sector that suffers from enforcement of waste management laws. In order to Read More …

Effective waste monitoring mechanism

Off-Site Real-Time Monitoring system, implemented by Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, leverages ICT to streamline waste collection, monitor on a regular basis and update data online.   The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation has launched an Offsite Real-Time Monitoring system that leverages Information and Communication Technologies to streamline and monitor progress of waste management. The GPRS technology Read More …