Abstract
This work aims to give an overview of the current situation of municipal solid waste management (MSWM) in India to discuss the consequences of untreated waste for humans and the environment, and to show the potential for sustainable disposal. In particular, anaerobic digestion has been discussed, as this technology is already being widely used in India and proves its sustainable effect. The high organic fraction content in MSW makes it suitable for anaerobic digestion and can be used sustainably. Besides, waste-to-energy (WTE) technology is very profitable due to biogas production out of organic waste and the generation of fertiliser out of the slurry. The result of this analysis on the current situation and prospects shows that India’s biogas production is lower than its potential. This aspect is mainly due to non-functioning waste management, including separation, collection, and transport.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 130-150 |
| Number of pages | 21 |
| Journal | International Journal of Environment and Pollution |
| Volume | 69 |
| Issue number | 1-2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2022 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Waste Management and Disposal
- Pollution
- Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law
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