Need for Solid Waste Management
- In India, only 75–80 percent of all municipal waste is collected, and only 22–28 percent of that is handled and disposed of. A significant amount of the collected waste is frequently thrown carelessly, obstructing the sewerage and drainage systems. These serve as breeding places for insects and rodents that spread dangerous diseases.
- According to a report published by ICRIER in January 2020, Ahmedabad collects the most trash (95 percent), while Delhi collects the least (39 percent)
- Solid Waste management will protect biodiversity, natural resources, and human life.
- Additionally, it is beneficial for the economy as it will increase the employment required to run an effective waste management system. Waste management is gaining importance over time—not just for protecting the environment, but also as a growing industry for the economy.
Urban Solid Waste Management and its Challenges
In urban India, solid waste management (SWM) has become one of the biggest development challenges. Numerous studies show that improper waste disposal produces hazardous gases and leachates as a result of microbial decomposition, environmental factors, and land-filling practices. India produces more than 150,000 tons of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) each day, with Mumbai ranking as the fifth most wasteful city in the world. However, only 83% of waste is collected, and only 30% of that is processed. A key component of sustainable Metropolitan growth is Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM). To reduce its damaging effects on the environment, solid waste is separated, stored, collected, moved, transported, processed, and disposed of. Unmanaged MSW contributes to the spread of a wide range of illnesses.
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