Spread The WordWhy Segregate
Easy, Critical & Mandatory
Segregation of waste at source is easy, critical and mandatory.
Resource Recovery
It is the first step in ensuring resource recovery from waste and reducing the waste going to the landfill.
Waste Conversion
90% of waste can be converted to resource by practicing source segregation.
Easy To Sustain
Once the practice is established, it is easy to sustain as it becomes a habit.
The Green PerksBenefits Of Segregation
Greatly improves recycling potential of waste
Enables composting/bio-methanization,
enables return of valuable nutrients to the soil
Reduces cost of processing waste, makes economic sense
Provides cleaner work environment for waste workers
Proper segregation process reduces the
dumping and burning of waste
Reduces pollution due to reduced dumping and burning of waste
What The Rules SaySolid Waste Management Rules 2016
Legal Requirements
Released by MOEFCC Mandate
- All citizen and commercial establishments have to segregate their waste into biodegradable, non-biodegradable and Domestic Hazardous categories.
- Waste cannot be burnt or dumped.
- All recyclable waste must be collected by the municipality and sent for recycling.
- Only inert items can be sent to landfills which must be scientifically designed and operated to prevent air and water pollution.
- No bio-degradable matter should be sent to a landfill.
- Throw away single use plastic items to be banned.
- Decentralised Aerobic Composting is most preferred while incineration is least preferred.