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Integrated_Waste_Management_Issues in India
- 1. Integrated Waste Management Issues A comprehensive overview of challenges in waste management
- 2. Introduction Integrated Waste Management (IWM) is a systematic approach to handling waste sustainably. Despite its importance, several challenges hinder its effective implementation.
- 3. Key Issues in Integrated Waste Management 1. Lack of Infrastructure and Technology 2. Low Public Awareness and Participation 3. Policy and Regulatory Challenges 4. Financial Constraints 5. Informal Sector Integration
- 4. Environmental and Health Concerns Air, water, and soil pollution due to poor waste management Greenhouse gas emissions from landfills Health risks to waste workers and nearby communities
- 5. Inefficient Recycling and Resource Recovery Low recycling rates due to poor waste segregation Limited market for recycled products Over-reliance on landfill disposal
- 6. Need for a Circular Economy Shift from a linear economy to a circular economy Focus on reducing, reusing, and recycling materials Collaboration between industries to minimize waste
- 7. Conclusion Integrated Waste Management is crucial for environmental sustainability. Addressing key challenges requires policy changes, public awareness, and technological advancements.