Mantu - Kushaagra Innovations Foundation

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Alok Gogate

Support Swaccha Maharashtra Mission for Developing Capacities around URNCC at State, Division and ULB level.

INTENT

Technical support to Swachh Maharashtra Mission through developing capacities of state and divisional level officials for further dissemination to ULBs on compost quality and establishing market linkages under URNCC

CLIENT

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbei (GIZ)

WHAT DID WE DO?

Updated on website

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by fostering efficient urban waste systems, SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by promoting composting and circular economy approaches, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by minimizing landfill emissions. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating market opportunities for compost and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by enabling knowledge-sharing for impactful waste management.

Alok Gogate

Preparation of Solid Waste Management DPR for 41 ULBs

INTENT

Involved in preparation of DPR for selected cites from 5 districts of Pune Division. Work involved Data Collection, Waste Quantification Gap analysis, designing of waste management systems and preparation of the DPR.

CLIENT

Swachh Maharashtra Mission Office and BKumar Infra Advisory Services

WHAT DID WE DO?

Developing a detailed project report for 41 cities in Maharashtra for proposing infrastructure for processing of waste

OUTCOME

This initiative aligns with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by improving urban waste systems, SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by fostering responsible waste disposal, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by mitigating waste-related emissions. Additionally, it supports SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by strengthening waste management infrastructure and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering collaboration for long-term sustainability.

Alok Gogate

Engagement as M&E experts for program by UNICEF for Behaviour Change initiatives in 100 schools

INTENT

KIF acted as agency for monitoring and evaluation of program developed for initiative for behavior change in 100 schools which included awareness modules and collection drive for recycling

CLIENT

Research Centre for Urban and Environmental Studies (RCUES)

WHAT DID WE DO?

Complimenting the project as M&E expert towards delivering impact towards undertaking behaviour change for school students

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by promoting waste reduction and segregation, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by encouraging sustainable waste practices, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by reducing plastic pollution and its environmental impact. Additionally, it aligns with SDG 4 (Quality Education) by fostering environmental awareness and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by engaging multiple stakeholders in sustainability efforts.

Alok Gogate

Engagement of review and development of content on awareness related to waste management

INTENT

Development and review of the content related to waste management for the sector experts

CLIENT

World Resource Institute (WRI), India

WHAT DID WE DO?

Reviewing content for connecting with the communities on sustainable waste management practices

OUTCOME

This initiative supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) where content was curated to create interests of the communities in sustainable waste management practices

Alok Gogate

Capacity Building for Government SWM Strategy

PROBLEM STATEMENT

Under a program “Sustainable Cities Integrated Approach Pilot in India (SCIAP)” supported by the United Nations Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) a project is being implemented in five pilot cities (Bhopal, Jaipur, Guntur, Vijayawada, and Mysuru).

The National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) has been engaged in the implementation of Component 3: Partnerships, Knowledge Management and Capacity Building. The session on SWM Strategy Planning was conducted for ULB officials from these cities to train the ULBs on preparing the SWM rules mandated SWM strategy plans for their ULBs.

CLIENT

National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA)

WHAT DID WE DO?

Workshop module was conducted using interactive tools and discussion to cover the important topics like vision and goal setting, action plans and strategies for SWM. Under this program, sessions were conducted in Vijayawada, Jaipur, Mysore and Bhopal. Total of approximately 200 government officials were trained through these sessions.