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Waste to Wonder: Housing Society's Green Revolution
18 Sep
Summary
- Wastewater treated and reused, reducing fresh water needs.
- Kitchen waste converted to compost for society gardens.
- Recycled plastic transformed into durable community benches.
Tulip Ivory housing society has successfully implemented a sustainable waste management system over the past year, proving that effective solutions do not require extensive budgets or complex technology. The initiative began with upgrading the society's sewage treatment plant, ensuring all wastewater is treated before reuse, thereby conserving fresh water resources. This step was crucial in gaining resident confidence for further changes.
In January 2026, the society introduced source segregation of wet waste, with 170 kg of daily kitchen waste being aerobically processed into compost. This compost is utilized in the society's gardens and green spaces, with surplus sold to residents. Housekeeping staff were trained and provided with necessary safety equipment for waste handling.
By March 2026, attention turned to plastic waste. Discarded plastic items collected in the society are sent to recycling firms, which transform approximately 90 kg of plastic into durable benches. Some of these benches have been installed within the society, while others have been donated to government schools and low-income residential areas. Additionally, residents donate old clothes, books, and toys for orphanages and poorer communities.
