Alok Gogate

Cooperative for Waste Management: Formalizing the role of waste collectors as sustainability champions

INTENT

The project aims to develop a cooperative of at-least 100 waste pickers, in Guwahati, while identifying around 1000 waste pickers and providing social welfare benefits to around 500 waste pickers.

CLIENT

PYXERA Global

WHAT DID WE DO?

Establish a structured cooperative for informal sector waste pickers. Build the waste pickers’ capacity to become effective members of the Cooperatives.
Improve working conditions and facilitate access to social welfare schemes. Provide income increase opportunities through better working conditions.
Promote social inclusion to uplift marginalized communities.

OUTCOME

By equipping waste pickers with tools, training, and social skills, this initiative fosters sustainable waste management practices, promoting resource efficiency and circular economy principles. This effort aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action) by reducing waste-related emissions and advancing climate resilience, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by encouraging inclusive, sustainable urban waste systems. Additionally, it supports SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating livelihood opportunities, improving working conditions, and promoting dignified, productive employment for waste pickers, ensuring they are integrated into the formal economy.

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Alok Gogate

Solid Waste Quantification, Composition and Mass Flow Analysis for Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

INTENT

Undertaking scientific research for waste characterization and quantification of more than 2565MTs over 10 days with a help of around 100 waste pickers for BMC. The study was done pre and during monsoon to identify the proportion of each waste type in the waste collected from each or 24 wards of BMC. Waste was characterized based on major generator types such as residential, commercial, institutional, slums etc. Additionally, the mass flow for various types of waste of from each collection point to final disposal point was mapped for Mumbai.

CLIENT

C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Inc.

WHAT DID WE DO?

Undertake Waste quantification & composition study and mass flow analysis for Mumbai city for two season (Pre and during monsoon) The specific objectives were: • To determine the quantity of waste collected from each ward
• To determine the composition of waste collected from different generators
• To conduct the mass flow analysis for Mumbai city for two seasons (pre-monsoon season during April-May; and during the monsoon season during July –August)
• To identify opportunities for targeted interventions to divert waste from landfill

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 13 (Climate Action) by providing data-driven insights to reduce methane emissions from organic waste. It aligns with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by enabling targeted interventions to improve waste management and landfill diversion. Additionally, it contributes to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating opportunities for waste workers in circular economy solutions.

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Alok Gogate

Solid Waste Quantification, Composition and Mass Flow Analysis for Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

INTENT

Undertaking scientific research for waste characterization and quantification of more than 2300MTs over 10 days with a help of around 100 waste pickers for AMC. The study was done pre and post monsoon to identify the proportion of each waste type in the waste collected from each or 24 wards of BMC. Waste was characterized based on major generator types such as residential, commercial, institutional, slums etc. Additionally, the mass flow for various types of waste of from each collection point to final disposal point was mapped for Ahmedabad.

CLIENT

C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Inc.

WHAT DID WE DO?

Undertake Waste quantification & composition study and mass flow analysis for Ahmedabad city for two season (Pre and Post monsoon)

OUTCOME

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Alok Gogate

Capacity Building of Government Officials at Three Levels (Chief Officers, Technical Staff, and Field Staff) on Solid Waste Management, Behavior Change Communication, and Sanitation under the National Capacity Building Framework.

INTENT

The Capacity Building Training program focused on enhancing the skills and knowledge of government officials at three levels—Chief Officers, Technical Staff, and Field Staff—to strengthen their roles in effective Solid Waste Management (SWM). The program, aligned with the National Capacity Building Framework, covered key areas such as financing operations, circular economy principles, behavior change communication, and sanitation practices. The project scopes to provide training to around 382 COs crafted as one module for two days, 1120 Technical Staff crafted as two modules of one day each and around 30,000 field staff crafted as three sessions of four hours each.

CLIENT

Swachh Maharashtra Mission Office and PRAMA

WHAT DID WE DO?

To enhance the skills and knowledge of Chief Officers, Technical Staff, and Field Staff for effective Solid Waste Management (SWM), focusing on financing, circular economy, behavior change, and sanitation practices, aligned with the National Capacity Building Framework.

OUTCOME

This initiate supports SDG 17 (Partnership for goals) where we have strenghten the means of implementation and revitalize the partnership for sustainable development and SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth) while undertaking upskilling of field workers and SDG 13 (Climate Action) where topic like implementation of circularity and other aspects discussed along with preparation of district level implementation plan.

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Alok Gogate

Engagement for research project to understand impact of trash boom and quantity of waste flowing into sea at Gazdharbandh

INTENT

Research was conducted for understanding the impact of the flood gates and trash-boom as mitigation measure to reduce waste flowing into the sea

CLIENT

A.T.E. HUBER Envirotech Private Limited

WHAT DID WE DO?

Updated on website

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) by promoting awareness in preventing water contamination, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by promoting improved urban waste management, and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by identifying strategies to reduce waste at the source. Additionally, it contributes to SDG 13 (Climate Action) by addressing waste-driven emissions and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering collaboration for sustainable waste solutions.

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Alok Gogate

Preparation of City Development Plan for Dehu Nagar Panchayat Dehu.

INTENT

Preparing a city development plan for Dehu city considering various planning perspectives necessary for the growth of the city in next 20 years.

CLIENT

Swachh Maharashtra Mission Office and BKumar Infra Advisory Services

WHAT DID WE DO?

Developing a city development plan encompassing development parameters and projects for the city

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by promoting inclusive urban planning, SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by fostering tourism-driven economic opportunities, and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) by ensuring improved sanitation for both residents and tourists. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by enabling resilient city infrastructure and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by incorporating sustainability into urban development.

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Alok Gogate

Preparation of City Sanitation Plan for Dehu Nagar Panchayat Dehu.

INTENT

Understanding the overall Sanitation Scenario of the city and planning for effective implementation of the Sanitation activities in the city.

CLIENT

Swachh Maharashtra Mission Office and BKumar Infra Advisory Services

WHAT DID WE DO?

Developing a city sanitation plan for improving upon the WASH parameters along with considering the river based ecosystem for the city

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) by improving sanitation infrastructure and protecting water resources, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by promoting resilient urban planning, and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by encouraging sustainable waste management. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action) by addressing water pollution and climate resilience and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by fostering eco-friendly urban infrastructure.

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Alok Gogate

Project for Capacity Building of Sanitation Workers for Lonavala Municipal Council

INTENT

Statewide Intensive Training Program for sanitation workers in Maharashtra on their occupational safety and dignity to acknowledge their role in overall value chain for waste management in association with AIILSG

CLIENT

All India Institute of Local Self Government

WHAT DID WE DO?

a. To promote occupational safety practices and the dignity of the sanitation workers. to 17 th September 2023 b. To train the participants on various aspects of occupational safety and dignity of sanitation workers in alignment with various government’s programs and schemes. c. To discuss the ground level challenges and opportunities in mechanized cleaning of sewer / septic tanks and solid waste and faecal sludge management.

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by ensuring worker safety, SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) by promoting efficient sanitation practices, and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by enhancing dignified employment opportunities. Additionally, it contributes to SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by encouraging mechanized cleaning solutions and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by fostering sustainable waste management systems.

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Alok Gogate

Feasibility study and detailed project report for restructuring the collection and transportation system for Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC).

INTENT

Developing a detailed project report for improving upon the collection and transportation system for Thane Municipal corporation (TMC) in partnership with RCUES

CLIENT

All India Institute of Local Self Government

WHAT DID WE DO?

Developing the detailed project report for optimizing the collection system with an objective of having 100% collection coverage and segregation.

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by improving waste management services, SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by promoting segregation and circular economy practices, and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by advancing waste collection infrastructure.

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Alok Gogate

Carrying out Waste Audit at Indian Oil Corporation. Western Region Office (WRO) building, BKC – Mumbai

INTENT

Supporting the Indian Oil Corporation for developing a sustainable waste management system for their WRO by preparing a waste audit report and suggestive actions for sustainable management of waste

CLIENT

Indian Oil Corporation

WHAT DID WE DO?

To map the waste management systems for the Indian Oil Corporation. Western Region Office (WRO) building, BKC – Mumbai and prepare the audit report along with the suggestions for improvement

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by promoting efficient waste handling, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by enhancing corporate sustainability practices, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by reducing waste-related emissions. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by integrating sustainable waste solutions and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering collaboration for improved waste management practices.

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