State | Country: India About Punarbhavaa Sustainable Products Punarbhavaa Sustainable Products transforms textile waste into eco-friendly, innovative paper products. By collecting fabric leftovers — both pre-consumer and post-consumer waste — Punarbhavaa manufactures 100% cotton recycled paper that is completely tree-free and chemical-free. This sustainable paper forms the base for a variety of packaging solutions tailored …
A Blueprint for Sustainable Urban Living ॐ प्रकृति रक्षति रक्षितः “Prakriti Rakshati Rakshita.” (Nature protects if she is protected.) This ancient Sanskrit adage encapsulates a profound truth: humanity’s well-being is intrinsically linked to the health of the environment. In the context of modern India’s aspirations, it is a guiding principle, urging us to embrace …
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Abstract Climate change is adversely impacting the water resources, often accentuating the water stress in countries with competing water demand from various sectors. Reusing treated domestic used water for non-potable purposes offers potential to reduce the pressure on freshwater resources and build community resilience to changing climate. This article presents an indicator-based framework for assessing …
India’s Next Edge in Sustainable Waste Management It’s 6:00 AM in a small town in Madhya Pradesh. As the first rays of sunlight touch the narrow streets, the municipal commissioner, a few ward officials, and a group of sanitation workers begin their morning visit. These are not ceremonial rounds, they are sharp, observational walks meant …
Currently, this decade has witnessed a transformative shift in how urban centres address waste, moving beyond conventional disposal methods towards holistic, circular solutions. Despite widespread awareness of waste management issues, cities still grapple with mounting waste and dwindling resources, exposing the limitations of linear disposal systems. In response, policy frameworks, such as the Extended Producer …
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In recent years, the concept of a circular economy has gained significant prominence across global policy frameworks, sustainability agendas, and urban waste management strategies. In India, this discourse was notably catalyzed with the launch of NITI Aayog’s Circular Economy initiative in 2021, giving a much-needed policy and institutional momentum to the sector. The essence of …
Achieving circularity in cities through plastic waste management is crucial. This involves reducing plastic use, promoting reuse, and enhancing recycling systems to prolong the life cycle of plastic materials within the economy. By minimizing waste, decreasing dependency on new materials, and exploring innovative ways to repurpose plastic waste, this approach not only benefits the environment …
Introduction The urban life across the world is expected to be comforting, flexible, round-the-clock, progressive and modern. The urban utilities play an extremely important role to ensure meeting such expectations. Apart from other important public utilities like water, electricity, energy, transportation, waste management etc., public lighting is an embedded ingredient to urban life. For centuries, …
India’s Circular Economy Revolution Gains Momentum after 4th National Workshop taken by the Prime Minister Modi : Sets the Stage for innovation and technology at ICEF2025 9th July’25 In a pioneering step towards green growth, India is witnessing a revolutionary shift in economic activity with industry leaders and the government embracing green governance and circular …
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ICCE Announces India Circular Economy Forum (ICEF2025): Scheduled for 30–31 July at Radisson, Udyog Vihar, Gurugram 09/06/2025 New Delhi, June 2025 — The International Council for Circular Economy (ICCE) is proud to announce the India Circular Economy Forum (ICEF) 2025, scheduled to be held on 30th and 31st July 2025 at Radisson Hotel, Udyog Vihar, …