our strategic importance:

Background:

 

Waste generation is escalating worldwide. In 2020, the planet produced an estimated 2.24 billion tons of solid waste, averaging 0.79 kilograms per person daily. With rapid population growth and urbanization, this figure is projected to surge 73% to 3.88 billion tons by 2050.

The consequences of unsustainably managed waste disproportionately affect residents of developing countries, particularly the urban poor. Over 90% of waste in low-income nations is often dumped in unregulated sites or openly burned, leading to grave health, safety, and environmental risks. These practices foster disease, contribute to climate change, and can even exacerbate urban violence.

Proper waste management is crucial for creating sustainable and livable cities, but it remains a formidable challenge for many developing countries and cities. Effective waste management can consume 20-50% of municipal budgets, underscoring the substantial investment required. Implementing efficient, sustainable, and socially supported waste management systems is essential for addressing this global crisis. (Word Bank Report 2022)

 

 

                  Challenges in Solid Waste Management:

1- Collection and Management:

. Efficient waste collection systems

. Innovative waste management technologies

. Optimized waste transportation and disposal methods

2- Training and Management: 

. Comprehensive training programs for waste management personnel

. Effective management strategies for waste facilities

. Continuous professional development opportunities

3- Development of Waste Management Practices:

. Sustainable waste management practices

 . Circular economy initiatives

 . Community engagement and awareness programs

 

 

Issues related to solid waste:

1- Health Impacts:  

. Disease transmission

. Air pollution

. Water contamination

2- Environmental Consequences:

. Climate change

. Habitat destruction

. Resource depletion

3- Economic Costs:

. Healthcare expenses

. Environmental remediation costs

. Lost productivity

 

 Center for Solid Waste Research:

In this regard Center for Solid Waste Research was established and in 2010 it recevied initial approval from Ministry of Health and Medical Education, followed by final approval in 2014.