Tackling India’s Waste Crisis: The Role of Re Sustainability and Industry-Wide Trends
Author: Krishnan Reddy
Tackling India’s Waste Crisis: The Role of Re Sustainability and Industry-Wide Trends
India produces an estimated 62 million tonnes of waste per year, of which only about 70% is collected, and just a small fraction (under 20%) is treated or recycled responsibly Resustainability. As urbanisation accelerates and consumption spikes, the waste management sector in India is entering a pivotal era of modernization—driven by tighter regulations, rising environmental awareness, and new business models.