waste management

WHAT IS PLASTICDWEEP? EXPLAINED

Lakshadweep’s Plasticdweep crisis, marked by the Minicoy fire and 4,000 tonnes of unmanaged waste, threatens reefs with 66% plastic litter. This systemic failure endangers biodiversity, livelihoods, and tourism, exposing the urgent need for sustainable waste governance in the fragile archipelago.

PLASTIC POLLUTION CRISIS: MEANING, CHALLENEGES, WAY FORWARD

The plastic pollution crisis demands urgent action. With rising waste and treaty deadlocks, India must strengthen management through enforcement, innovation, and inclusive policies. By balancing economy with sustainability, India can drive a circular economy, align with SDG 12, and mitigate impacts.

CPCB DRAFT GUIDELINES ON STONE SLURRY

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released guidelines to regulate and repurpose stone slurry from marble and granite processing, aiming to reduce pollution and promote industrial circularity. Measures include lined storage, GPS tracking, mandatory MoUs, and inclusion in Consent to Operate terms.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION (MANAGEMENT OF CONTAMINATED SITES) RULES,2025

The Environment Ministry has notified new guidelines under the Environment Protection Act that provide a procedure for dealing with chemically contaminated locations.  The Environment Protection (Management of Contaminated Sites) Rules, 2025, provide a legal framework for tackling chemical contamination that was previously lacking, although several such sites have already been discovered around the country.

BIOGAS PLANT

Biogas is produced through a biochemical process in which certain types of bacteria convert the biological waste into useful biogas. Biogas decreases deforestation and methane emissions, while the slurry byproduct promotes organic farming. Experts believe residential air pollution is a huge global health issue, accounting for 3.1 million premature deaths in 2021.

The Missing Link in India’s Battery Waste Management

RIGHT TO REPAIR: MEANING, SIGNIFICANCE AND WAY FORWARD

India's Repairability Index framework promotes the "Right to Repair" for electronics, empowering consumers with informed choices and reducing e-waste. This initiative combats planned obsolescence, promotes a circular economy, and creates economic opportunities. It addresses consumer grievances and aligns with global sustainability goals.