Engagement for research project to understand impact of trash boom and quantity of waste flowing into sea at Gazdharbandh
CLIENT
A.T.E. HUBER Envirotech Private Limited
Engagement for Research Project for developing understanding of the current status and developing suggestions for integration of waste pickers in waste Management systems
INTENT
Kushaagra conducted research across 106 urban local bodies (ULBs) in Maharashtra to assess the current state of waste picker integration. This involved mapping the socio-economic conditions, working models, and challenges faced by waste pickers under the National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) and Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM). The findings were used to design financially sustainable business models to foster integration and circularity in waste management
CLIENT
Research Centre for Urban and Environmental Studies (RCUES)
WHAT DID WE DO?
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OUTCOME
This initiative supports SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by fostering economic empowerment for waste pickers, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by enhancing urban waste systems, and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by strengthening circular economy practices. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action) by reducing landfill waste and emissions and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by promoting multi-stakeholder collaboration for inclusive waste management.
Integration of Waste Pickers with ULBs
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Conducting a research project, to understand and explore the business model for integration of waste pickers /SHGs in waste management services for B and C class ULBs. A total of 106 B and C class ULBs from Pune, Nashik and Kokan Division were reviewed for mapping the status of waste picker integration under the National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) and Swach Bharat Mission (SBM).
The study focuses on defining parameters responsible for facilitating or hampering the effective integration of wastepickers and SHGs in waste management activities. In depth study for understanding the status of waste management, socio-economic condition and functioning of waste pickers and SHGs was done in 9 ULBs. The intent is to develop a matrix of waste picker integration options for ULBs to work towards implementation of circularity.
WHAT DID WE DO?
As a outcome of the research, suggestions and recommendations were given to ULBs for undertaking the compliances under NULM and SBM developed financially sustainable modules for integrating waste pickers and self-help group to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for SHGs and waste pickers and improve the waste management scenarios for B and C class urban local bodies in Maharashtra.
Screen Impact Research Project
PROBLEM
The Gazdharbandh pumping station has 2 Trash Booms and 6 Mechanized Screens which collect solid waste from the canal. The nature and volume of this solid waste, along with the sources and reasons for its generation, needed to be understood. Additionally, the environmental impact created by the installation of trash booms and mechanized screens needed to be assessed, particularly in terms of their role in preventing ocean pollution.
CLIENT
A.T.E. HUBER Envirotech Private Limited
WHAT WE DO?
We conducted a comprehensive research study to analyze the solid waste entering the canal. This was done by auditing the solid waste collected at the trash booms and mechanized screen at the Gazdharbandh pumping station. Actual waste characterization has been conducted at the site along with the survey of around 5km on the upstream of the canal to understand waste management scenario.
OUTCOME
We conducted a comprehensive research study to analyze the solid waste entering the canal. This was done by auditing the solid waste collected at the trash booms and mechanized screen at the Gazdharbandh pumping station. Actual waste characterization has been conducted at the site along with the survey of around 5km on the upstream of the canal to understand waste management scenario.
Field Research In 106 ULBs
INTENT
To conduct field research across 106 urban local bodies in Nashik, Pune, and Kokan division to understand the factual scenario for implementation of proposed integration of National Urban Livelihood Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission. The study concluded with designing business models for integrating waste pickers and SHGs for improving waste management scenarios with cost effective and efficient systems.
CLIENT
Research Centre for Urban and Environmental Studies (RCUES, Mumbai) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Delhi.
WHAT DID WE DO?
We embarked on a field research journey across these urban local bodies to understand the current landscape for integration of waste pickers and SHGs. Detailed study was conducted to define parameters necessary to create models targeting integration.
OUTCOME
As a result of our study, we successfully identified 12 entrepreneurial business models along with financial and governance structures. These models are designed to empower waste pickers and self-help groups, fostering sustainable waste management activities in these urban local bodies. This approach underscores our commitment to impact-driven entrepreneurship development, promoting sustainability and inclusivity.
