Author Archives: Alok Gogate

Training Needs Assessment for Government Cadres

THE PURPOSE

The project aimed to identify skill and knowledge gaps across municipal cadres in tier-two and tier-three cities. It sought to inform targeted capacity-building interventions.

CLIENT

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Stakeholder
Swachh Maharashtra Mission (Urban)

OUR APPROACH

Consultations, group discussions, and operational reviews were conducted across ULBs. The assessment analysed challenges faced by staff at different levels.

THE RESULT

The Training Needs Assessment (TNA) identified priority training areas and informed the design of a focused upskilling curriculum. It strengthened the foundation for more effective waste-management service delivery.

Alok Gogate

Capacity Building of Technical Teams under Swachh Bharat Mission

THE PURPOSE

The initiative aimed to strengthen technical understanding of integrated waste-management and sanitation systems under SBM. It focused on improving DPR quality and execution readiness.

CLIENT

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Stakeholder
Swachh Maharashtra Mission (Urban)

OUR APPROACH

Training sessions covered collection planning, processing technologies, EPR, circular economy principles, and sanitation infrastructure. Practical system-design considerations were emphasised.

THE RESULT

Technical teams gained clarity on system design and feasibility, enabling stronger guidance to ULBs. The initiative supported cohesive planning and long-term sanitation improvements across Maharashtra.

Alok Gogate

Debris Waste Management Planning – HUL Chiplun Site

THE PURPOSE

The project aimed to develop sustainable debris-management strategies at a construction site. It focused on improving resource efficiency and reducing environmental and health risks.

CLIENT

Ackruti Construction Pvt. Ltd.

Stakeholder
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OUR APPROACH

On-site practices were assessed with emphasis on reuse, repurposing, safe disposal, and dust mitigation. Waste quantities, types, and pollution risks were documented.

THE RESULT

A detailed report provided actionable strategies for debris management and pollution reduction. The initiative contributes to a replicable model for sustainable construction-site waste management.

Alok Gogate

Mapping the Impact of GHG Emissions from SWM on Land Surface Temperature

THE PURPOSE

The study aimed to understand the relationship between landfill emissions and land surface temperature in Maharashtra. It sought scalable methods for monitoring environmental and climate impacts of waste systems.

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Stakeholder
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OUR APPROACH

Remote sensing and GIS techniques were applied using Landsat and Sentinel-5P data. Thermal hotspots, methane plumes, and Urban Heat Island intensity were analysed through spatial overlays and zonal statistics.

THE RESULT

A moderate positive correlation between methane emissions and elevated temperatures was identified. The study demonstrated Land Surface Temperature (LST) as a proxy for methane detection, advocating remote-sensing-based monitoring for climate mitigation.

Alok Gogate

Assessing the Effectiveness of RRR Centres in Small ULBs of Maharashtra

THE PURPOSE

The study aimed to assess the functionality, public participation, and challenges of RRR centres in C-class municipalities and Nagar Panchayats. It also explored opportunities for integrating informal waste collectors into formal systems.

CLIENT

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Stakeholder
5th International Conference on Waste Management, Recycle 2025 at IIT Gauhati

OUR APPROACH

Field surveys, stakeholder interviews, and operational assessments were conducted across selected ULBs. The research documented barriers, community preferences, and informal collector linkages with recycling markets.

THE RESULT

The paper was presented at IIT Guwahati and received the Best Presentation Award. Findings offer practical recommendations to improve RRR centre efficiency, formalise informal collectors, and develop replicable models for small and medium towns.

Alok Gogate

Tailor-Made Skill Development Workshops for Urban Local Bodies

THE PURPOSE

The project aimed to strengthen municipal waste-management performance by building capacities across all administrative cadres.

CLIENT

PRAMA

Stakeholder
Swachh Maharashtra Mission (Urban)

OUR APPROACH

Customized workshops were designed for decision-makers, technical teams, and field workers, delivered through multi-day and short-format sessions across five rounds. The training emphasized practical operations, problem-solving, and role clarity.

THE RESULT

Around 340 decision-makers, 1,350 technical staff, and nearly 50,000 field workers participated in a unified capacity-building program. This collective learning improved coordination, confidence, and efficiency in routine waste-management operations.

Alok Gogate

Waste Characterisation and Quantification for Ahmedabad

THE PURPOSE

This study aimed to strengthen Ahmedabad’s waste-management planning through detailed, data-driven insights into waste quantity, composition, and flow. It supported the city’s transition toward a more efficient and resource-resilient system.

CLIENT

C40 Cities

Stakeholder
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)

OUR APPROACH

A stratified sampling strategy analysed over 2,385 samples across 48 wards and nine RTSs during pre- and post-monsoon seasons. Waste flows were mapped from source to disposal to identify inefficiencies and diversion opportunities.

THE RESULT

The study equipped AMC with actionable data to optimise collection systems, improve diversion, and strengthen recycling and processing capacity. Reports submitted in English and Marathi now inform sustainable, climate-responsive planning for the city.

Alok Gogate

Waste Characterisation and Quantification for Mumbai

THE PURPOSE

The project aimed to generate a robust, evidence-based understanding of Mumbai’s municipal solid waste system. It sought to inform data-driven planning, identify inefficiencies, and strengthen waste diversion and processing strategies across the city.

CLIENT

C40 Cities

Stakeholder
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)

OUR APPROACH

Comprehensive waste quantification, composition analysis, and mass-flow mapping were conducted across two seasons. Over 2,500 MT of waste was sampled and manually segregated across all 24 wards, supported by dataset reviews and Sankey-based flow analysis covering RTSs, Kanjur, and Deonar.

THE RESULT

The study produced detailed ward-level and seasonal insights, revealing key inefficiencies and recovery potential. Findings were submitted in English and Marathi, providing BMC with a strong decision-making foundation to enhance infrastructure, policy alignment, and sustainable waste planning.

Alok Gogate

Chakra Mandal – Knowledge Bank for Waste Management

THE PURPOSE

Chakra Mandal was created to bridge critical knowledge gaps in India’s waste-management ecosystem by making credible, practical information widely accessible. The initiative aims to simplify complex waste systems and empower individuals and institutions to make informed, environmentally responsible decisions.

CLIENT

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Stakeholder
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OUR APPROACH

The platform functions as a dynamic digital knowledge bank curating actionable insights, field learnings, tools, policy explainers, and real-world case stories. Content is designed to be accessible to both citizens and practitioners, translating technical concepts into practical guidance.

THE RESULT

Chakra Mandal has emerged as a trusted learning hub, empowering over 20,000 individuals with practical waste-management knowledge. It has strengthened environmental awareness, influenced everyday decision-making, and supported the adoption of sustainable and circular practices.

Alok Gogate

Cooperative for Solid Waste Management

THE PURPOSE

The project aimed to formalise waste collectors through a cooperative model, ensuring dignity, safety, and economic resilience.

CLIENT

Pyxera Global

Stakeholder
Pepsico Foundation, Recity , Plan Foundation

OUR APPROACH

A three-phase program focused on community engagement, leadership development, and technical upskilling using participatory methods.

THE RESULT

The PRIDE Cooperative was formed with 100 members, 150+ workers accessed social protection, and over 1,000 waste pickers were surveyed – strengthening long-term economic resilience.