Organizations looking to achieve TRUE certification for sustainable waste management must first establish a baseline for waste diversion data. A baseline serves as a control or comparison for evaluating progress towards a waste reduction goal. Collecting accurate baseline data is crucial to identifying areas for improvement and setting achievable targets Read more…
To effectively manage waste and achieve TRUE certification for sustainable waste management, it’s important to accurately measure the weight of your waste stream. There are several methods for determining the weight of your waste stream, including using scales, estimation factors, or a combination of both. Here’s a closer look at Read more…
Effective waste management requires accurate and timely data on waste reduction, diversion, and disposal. To ensure this data is available, many organizations in India require their waste management suppliers to provide monthly or quarterly reports on the quantity of waste materials disposed, reduced, reused, and recycled. These reports are used Read more…
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” Waste diversion is a crucial strategy in modern waste management that aims to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills or incinerators. Instead of simply disposing of waste, waste diversion focuses on Read more…
Bio-medical waste, also known as healthcare waste, is generated from various healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, laboratories, research institutions, and veterinary hospitals. It includes waste that is generated during the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals, as well as research-related activities. Bio-medical waste can pose serious Read more…
Introduction: Batteries are an essential source of power for various electronic devices, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. However, improper disposal and management of battery waste can have harmful environmental and health impacts. To address this issue, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in India Read more…
Introduction: Waste management is a global environmental challenge that requires sustainable solutions to reduce the impact of waste on our planet. One such solution is composting, a natural process that transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendment. Composting is a circular economy approach that not only diverts organic waste from Read more…
Organizations can achieve Zero Waste by embracing a circular economy mindset, rethinking their entire production and consumption cycle, and collaborating with stakeholders to prevent waste, recycle resources, and create sustainable solutions that benefit the environment, economy, and society Organizations need to aspire to zero waste targets for several compelling reasons: Read more…
Waste water treatment is a critical aspect of building design and construction, as it plays a significant role in protecting the environment and public health. In India, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has set guidelines and norms for waste water treatment in buildings to ensure that the discharged water Read more…
In today’s world, sustainable waste management practices have become increasingly important for preserving our environment and conserving resources. Buildings, being a significant source of waste generation, play a crucial role in adopting effective waste management strategies. Let’s take a closer look at the various types of wastes generated in buildings Read more…