The story of the Bidadi waste-to-energy plant in Bengaluru (Karnataka, India) feels a bit like science fiction—with a dash of everyday chaos thrown in. Operated by Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL), this Rs. 310 crore facility, formally launched in November 2024, is the first of its kind in the south… Continue reading
Millions and billions of garbage are accumulated every year. In America alone, each individual produces up to 4 pounds of waste material every day. Improper disposal of this garbage is harmful not only to you but also to everyone around you. Waste from landfills can emit greenhouse gases, pollute the… Continue reading
With global warming and overflowing landfills becoming a more pressing problem, many people are taking the personal responsibility to reduce their waste. By reducing waste in the first place and recycling the trash that you do produce, you can do your part to help the environment. But are there ways… Continue reading
The hotel industry is one of the business niches that generate the most waste around the world. It certainly makes sense from an operational point of view since guests tend to spend resources and hotels need to keep their spaces as clean as they can 24 hours a day, all… Continue reading
Cities have been growing around the globe in the past few years. A United Nations report has estimated that about 68% of the world’s total population will be living in urban centers by the year 2050. This will see an increase of about 70% in solid waste, according to the… Continue reading
Autoclaving is a popular medical waste treatment method in many countries. It is done in closed chambers where both heat and pressure are applied over a period of time to destroy all microorganisms that may be present in healthcare waste before landfill disposal. Among alternative systems, autoclaving (also known as… Continue reading
As more and more governments and businesses are racing to find efficient and reliable solutions for providing energy, the one option that is both widely achievable on a house-by-house basis, as well as tackling two major environmental issues is turning household waste into clean fuel. We know there are already… Continue reading
Shanghai and Lagos have two things in common. One is that both are the largest city in terms of population in their respective countries and two is the size of the waste that goes to their landfill or dumpsite. Although there is a wide disparity in their population according to the… Continue reading
Construction sites are bustling hubs of activity, teeming with workers, equipment, and materials. Amidst all the progress, there is one aspect that often gets overlooked – waste management. Improper disposal of construction site waste can have severe consequences for both human health and the environment. In this guide, we will… Continue reading
Biodiesel is a renewable and sustainable form of energy. It can reduce greenhouse emissions by almost 30%, which means that although they do release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, they do so in a very limited manner. With the aim of building a green new world, and eliminating the need… Continue reading