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Gurgaon Tackles Air Pollution Via Waste Burning Study
14 Mar
Summary
- A study will identify waste-burning hotspots for a new zero-burning model.
- Initiative includes managing construction and demolition waste.
- Community champions will be trained to monitor waste disposal.
Gurgaon is set to implement a 'zero open waste burning' model to significantly reduce air pollution. A forthcoming study, conducted with WRI India, will map waste-burning hotspots and analyze contributing factors. This research will guide targeted interventions for cleaner air and improved waste management.
The initiative will initially pilot the 'zero open waste burning' model in select residential areas. Residents' welfare associations will identify and train 'community champions' to oversee waste disposal and support the anti-burning campaign. This grassroots approach aims to foster behavioral change.
Additionally, the collaboration will focus on enhancing the management of construction and demolition waste, a key source of dust pollution. Illegally dumped C&D waste sites will be identified and cleared. MCG plans to develop a comprehensive system for C&D waste, including collection, transport, processing, and promoting the use of recycled materials.
Following the study's findings, Gurgaon plans to roll out awareness and capacity-building programs for municipal staff, educational institutions, and RWAs. Regular impact assessments will monitor the effectiveness of these measures in reducing waste-burning incidents and emissions.
