waste management

Imagine how convenient it would be to dispose our trash if we got alerts about when the nearest garbage bin is due to be cleared. Well, that's what this engineer is trying to enable! #Innovation #IIT

A sustainable alternative to concrete walls and ceilings, these fibre panels made from agricultural waste can not just be a long term solution for stubble burning, but also fetch up to Rs 25000 for the farmers. #Innovation #GreenIndia

Hyderabad-based Prashant Lingam recycled 400 kilos of plastic to make one of these kiosks. Now he is on a mission to make 4,000 such kiosks!

India's love affair with consumer electronics will likely rage on for years to come. But embracing new technologies brings up a huge question: What do you do with the old stuff? Here are some sustainable answers. #LiveGreen

"Paper and cloth waste are used for making decorative items, curtains, toys, cushion covers, etc. Alcohol bottles and other broken glasses are reused in the construction of buildings. We are also shredding the plastic and selling it to Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) for road construction."

Harish and his bunch of friends harvest nearly half a ton of organic produce — this includes more than 100 varieties of fruits, herbs and vegetables! #EatSafe #GrowOrganic

Like many Indians, an ISRO scientist gave utmost importance to the interplay of natural light and air while designing his eco-friendly house.

"For me, home is where heart and health is. And so, I wanted to get rid of all toxins inside the house. Be it the food you eat or the power you use on a daily basis, all of it should contribute to make you and your environment healthier." #sustainablehomes

Did you know that advertising boards take thousands of years to degrade? When burnt, they also release toxic fumes into the environment.

Mismanagement of waste is a common issue across metropolitan cities due to a rise in population and inadequate infrastructure. Thanks to citizen led initiatives like Savita’s, people are now willing to manage their own waste