Mismanagement of Waste disposal leading to Environmental Disaster

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1. nakshventures 1 year ago Log in to Reply

   Improper or lack of waste management is one of the major reasons for pollution and is also contributing to global warming. There is a need for proper waste collection and disposal system in the rural and neglected areas.

   A continent of over 1.3 billion people, most countries in Africa lack proper waste management systems. As per a 2018 report published by the United Nations Environment Program, the total waste generated in Africa was 125 million tons in 2012, which is expected to double by 2025. The total waste collection rate is 55% out of which almost 90% is disposed of at uncontrolled dumpsites and landfills where there are also recorded instances of open burning. The sub-Saharan region is home to some of the largest dumpsites in the world. Out of the total waste generated, almost 13% is plastic and 57% is organic waste. Almost 80% of the waste generated in this region is recyclable and currently only 4% is being recycled.

   The project proposes to start small waste collection centers in backward and rural areas where there is little or no waste collection system.

   Proper waste disposal means no garbage being exposed to the environment. No direct sunlight exposure to the plastic means no harmful gases are being released to the environment. This in turn will bring down the temperature making the earth cooler. Also, the organic waste which is being discarded in the environment can be turned into organic manure creating business opportunities for the locals.

   We are raising funds to start these centres in Africa. Please join our campaign at [https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/tackling-climate-change#/](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/tackling-climate-change#/)