waste management

The empty plots surrounding residential areas frequently turn into garbage dump sites, which the authorities usually take no onus of. This is how a team of 10-12 kids from the Atmananda Colony in North Bengaluru decided to clear the 4000 sqft plot that sits in the middle of their locality.

Using technology and people management skills, read how Mansoor is making waste collection a well organized profession. Thanks to his efforts, Bengaluru now sees ragpickers with ID cards, fresh uniforms and better incomes.

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun have invented a technology that can convert plastic waste into high-grade petrol, diesel or aromatics. What's more, this new fuel will cost Rs.30 to Rs.40 per litre! Read along to know more about the technology that can revolutionize the fuel we use forever!

Auroville Green Practices is organizing its annual conference and this year the theme is Eco-Productive Cities. Some of the key areas of interest would be resource and waste management, which in turn would lead to a more efficient living and an improved quality of life. Find further details here.

Meet the Mountain Cleaners who are keeping our mountains clean! Read about how they go about this and keep garbage under control.