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The Growing Waste Havoc in India Waste management in India has reached a crisis point. With overflowing landfills and mismanaged waste, all the metropolis including most of the big cities in India are facing severe environmental and health hazards. The linear waste management infrastructure—where waste is simply collected, transported, and dumped—has failed to keep up …

Breaking the Waste Cycle through promoting Decentralized Circular Solutions Read More »

Edible food loss throughout the supply chain presents a major challenge to sustainable agricultural development. Globally, around 14 percent of food is lost during post-harvest handling, logistics, and transportation, excluding retail (FAO, 2019). The food waste from retailers amounts to approximately 1.05 billion tonnes annually. This averages 132 kilograms per person per year (UNEP, 2024). …

A CIRCULAR APPROACH TO FOOD LOSS MANAGEMENT Read More »

Introduction and background Environmental degradation is a global problem. India also is facing the impact in many spheres, not only from the perspective of global warming and climate change, but also in the area of environment, ecology, and flora and fauna, resulting in the extinction of many living species. As a conscious effort during the …

FRAMEWORK FOR EFFECTIVELY CARRYING OUT CIRCULAR ECONOMY PROJECTS Read More »

1. Introduction The transition to a circular economy has become a central pillar of the European Union’s sustainability agenda. A critical component of this transition is the Directive on common rules promoting the repair of goods, also called the Right to Repair Directive, which was adopted on 13 June 2024 and which entered into force …

The European Union’s Right to Repair Directive: A Key Step Towards a Circular Economy Read More »

Abstract The growing global plastic waste crisis has emerged as one of the most significant environmental challenges. Plastic pollution, fuelled by extensive use and poor management of plastic products, has led to severe environmental, economic, and social consequences. In this context, the concept of the circular economy (CE) presents a sustainable alternative to the linear …

End-of-Life Waste Plastic – Issues and Path towards Circular Economy: A Brief Discussion Read More »

Introduction The European Green Deal, in its robust response to the triple planetary crises, prioritizes simultaneously decarbonisation and energy security. A vital component of this policy is the augmentation of offshore wind energy, crucial for achieving the European Union’s renewable energy targets. Offshore wind farms benefit from stronger, more consistent winds, leading to higher electricity …

A ‘Forgotten Child’ in the European Wind Industry: Managing Geoeconomic Risk in the Dysprosium Supply Chain Read More »

Abstract As our cities swell with millions, the dream of a sustainable future hinges on a ” transitioning from a ‘take-make-dispose’ linear model to a regenerative, circular economy. The concept of circularity emerges as a powerful encouragement, promising resilience and regeneration. However, as we embrace this vision, a critical question arises: Is this truly a …

Circular Cities or Circular Talk? Rewiring Urban India for a Regenerative Future Read More »

Abstract: Urban India generates an overwhelming quantity of solid waste, and conventional centralized waste management systems have proven insufficient in managing its complexity. This paper presents a case for decentralised, inclusive waste systems by integrating women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and wastepickers into municipal solid waste management frameworks. Based on research and pilot interventions conducted by …

Creating localized circular economy systems through integration of Wastepickers and Women Self Help group in waste management Read More »

Introduction Cities in India have been as old as the Saraswati-Ghaggara- Indus river valley civilization and , by any standard, the smartest one . Advanced town planning and Hydrological technology marked the soundest city planning and engineering principles, which continue to inspire awe to these days. Time has come to do away with rural urban …

Circular Cities in India: Issues and opportunities Read More »

Abstract This paper examines the concept of Net Zero Plastic Cities—urban systems designed to reduce plastic use, recover waste, and prevent environmental leakage. Through a global review, it identifies key challenges such as poor waste management, low recycling rates, and implementation gaps in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). It also highlights emerging policy tools, infrastructure innovations, …

Net Zero Plastic Cities: Policy, Practice, and the Ahmedabad Experience Read More »