Construction and demolition (C&D) waste refers to the waste generated during the construction, renovation, and demolition of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. C&D waste is a significant contributor to the total waste generated globally, accounting for approxi...

Recycling and reuse are crucial alternatives to waste management that can help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and incinerators. From an environmental standpoint, these practices are essential in preserving the earth’s natural resources and reducing pollut...

Waste management is a crucial aspect of environmental protection, public health, and sustainable development. The government has a critical role to play in waste management. In this blog, we will discuss the three main points that highlight the role of the government in waste...

Solid waste management is a crucial issue that affects not just individual communities but the entire planet. It refers to the collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of waste, and if not managed properly, it can lead to devastating consequences for the environment...

Climate Change: Global warming is causing significant changes in the Earth’s climate patterns, leading to unpredictable weather conditions, including extreme heatwaves, droughts, floods, and storms. These climate changes can disrupt ecosystems, and endangered species, and thre...

Proper sorting and treatment of waste before disposal is essential for several reasons. Firstly, it helps to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills or other disposal sites, which can have negative environmental and health impacts. Secondly, it can help to recover...

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach that aims to make producers responsible for the environmental impact of their products throughout their lifecycle, including after they are discarded. The future of EPR is promising, as many countries and organization...

The five major environmental problems are: Climate Change: This is a significant and urgent issue caused by the emission of greenhouse gases, mainly carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere. Climate change is causing rising temperatures, sea-level rise, more frequent and severe nat...

Creating a plastic-free world would require a multi-pronged approach that involves individuals, businesses, and governments. Here are some ways to reduce plastic use and move towards a plastic-free world: Reduce plastic consumption: The first step towards a plastic-free world...

The process to register, comply and obtain a Plastic Waste Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Certificate may vary depending on the country or region. However, here is a general outline of the steps that may be involved: Research the regulations: Research the relevant laws...

By offsetting the volume of plastic garbage produced, the idea of “plastic neutrality” seeks to lessen the impact of plastic on the environment. It entails people, companies, and organizations taking accountability for the plastic garbage they generate and funding initiatives...

Environmental management systems (EMS), which are frameworks for enhancing an organization’s environmental performance, include waste management as a critical component. Yet, waste management may also be complicated, expensive, and difficult, especially for small and medium-si...

A circular economy is an economic system that aims to keep resources in use for as long as possible by minimizing waste and reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling products and materials. Here are three ways to transition toward a circular economy: Redesign Products an...

Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass can help to reduce our dependence on regular energy sources such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, and gas). The use of renewable energy sources can help us to diversify our energy mix, which in turn reduce...

Producer responsibility organizations (PROs) are organizations tasked with making sure waste produced from the products of their members is properly managed and disposed of. Nonetheless, it can be difficult and complicated to manage the trash created by many producers. A syste...

The three main areas of sustainability are commonly referred to as the “triple bottom line” or “3Ps” which include: Environmental sustainability: Refers to practices that promote the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment, including reducing carbo...

The four principles of the Circular Economy are: Designing out waste and pollution: This principle involves designing products and processes in a way that minimizes waste and pollution at every stage of the product life cycle. This includes using sustainable materials, reducin...

Community engagement in waste management refers to the active involvement of local communities in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of waste management programs and policies. It aims to promote sustainable waste management practices by involving community members in...

E-waste recycling is a critical practice that contributes to reducing the negative impact of electronic waste on the environment and human health. Here are some ideas for encouraging e-waste recycling: Inform others: Raise awareness about the importance of e-waste recycling an...

There are several reasons why switching to renewable energy is critical: Climate change: The use of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas emits large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. We can reduce our carbon footprint and mitigate...

Electronic Product Responsibility (EPR) is a policy framework that requires manufacturers and producers to take responsibility for the proper disposal and management of the products they produce, including plastic waste. In the context of plastic waste management, EPR can be a...

Rekart is a company that converts waste into resources through the use of a circular economy model. In this model, waste is viewed as a valuable resource that can be reused, repurposed, or recycled rather than being disposed of in landfills or incinerators. To reduce waste gen...

Environmental Performance Reporting (EPR) programs can be monitored and evaluated in several ways, including the following: Setting performance indicators: Performance indicators should be established to track progress towards achieving the goals and objectives of the EPR prog...

The proper handling, disposal, and recycling of batteries, both primary and rechargeable, at the end of their useful life is referred to as battery waste management. Batteries contain toxic chemicals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and lithium, which can be harmful to the envi...

Promoting e-waste recycling is critical for reducing the negative environmental impact of electronic waste. Here are some ideas for encouraging e-waste recycling: Raise awareness: Many people are unaware of the negative environmental effects of e-waste. Public awareness campai...

Sustainability is the future because it is the only way we can ensure that the planet and its resources will be available for future generations to enjoy. It is a concept that focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to...

There are many environmental problems facing our planet today, but here are five major ones: Climate Change: This is the gradual increase in the Earth’s average surface temperature, caused by the emission of greenhouse gases from human activities such as burning fossil fuels a...

Integrated management of producer responsibility organizations (PROs) involves managing the entire lifecycle of products, from design and production to disposal and recycling, in an environmentally sustainable manner. Here are some steps that can be taken to achieve this: Coll...

By making investments in green energy, we can lessen our reliance on fossil fuels and lessen the harmful effects of conventional energy sources on the environment. Here are some ways that spending on green energy can protect the environment: 1. Decrease greenhouse gas emission...

Investing in green technologies such as renewable energy, energy storage, and sustainable materials can help to accelerate the transition to a greener planet. #wastemanagement #rekart #rekartone #EPR #wastemanagementsolutions #zerowaste #saveearth #Water #savewater #savewaters...