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India’s waste management is a hot topic as the country grapples with its growing waste problem. Let’s explore the current regulatory landscape and the exciting opportunities it presents. Understanding the Basics India generates about 62 million tonnes of municipal solid waste (MSW) annually. Of this, only 43 million tonnes are collected, and just 12 million […]

India, with its growing population and urbanization, faces a major challenge in managing its waste. As cities expand and consumption increases, the volume of waste left behind has increased drastically. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for startups in the waste management sector. One practical solution is the setting up of a Material […]

In a society where environmental deterioration is a major concern, ethical waste management has become an essential component of sustainable practices. The core of this project is the waste management idea known as MRF (Material Recovery Facility), a comprehensive strategy designed to keep recyclables out of landfills and encourage the development of a circular economy. […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of waste management, landfill reclamation has become a paramount concern. Despite nationwide efforts to remediate old dumpsites, the challenge of disposing of recovered plastics remains a formidable obstacle. These plastics, degraded by prolonged exposure to sun and water, pose a unique challenge for recycling. Cities grapple with the overwhelming volume of […]

Refuse-derived fuel (RDF) is a type of fuel made from municipal solid waste (MSW). It is produced by shredding MSW and removing recyclable materials.  Two companies in France, Veolia Group and Solvay France, are collaborating to establish a plant in France that will substitute coal with RDF for energy production. It is believed that “the project […]

Refuse-derived fuel (RDF) is a fuel that’s created from the combustible fraction of municipal solid waste (MSW) or other types of waste that cannot be recycled. The process of producing RDF processing plant involves shredding and drying the waste to eliminate non-combustible materials, like metals and glass, and then either compressing it into pellets or bricks or […]

Designing and operating a Material Recovery Facility (MRF) is crucial for sustainable waste management. MRFs sort and separate recyclable materials, reducing environmental impacts. MRFs are integral to waste management, reducing landfill waste, reusing/recycling valuable materials, conserving resources, lowering costs, and generating revenue. Properly designed MRFs increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption and hazardous emissions. Setting […]

Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) use advanced technology along with manual labor to sort, process, and recycle various types of waste materials such as paper, plastics, glass, and metal. MRF plants are an energy efficient and waste versatile option for waste management. In comparison to composting, which only caters to wet waste, and incineration which only […]

A Material Recovery Facility (MRF) sorts and processes different types of waste such as paper, plastics, metal, and glass which are further processed and sold to manufacturers. First, the waste is collected from households and businesses, and transported to the transfer station (MRF) where it is sorted and separated. Then, the non-recyclables such as inerts […]

Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) are a popular choice for managing and recycling various types of waste. They use advanced technology and manual labor to sort, process, and recycle materials like paper, plastic, glass and metal. MRFs require less energy to operate as compared to other recycling systems. MRFs can handle a wide variety of waste […]