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Waste Management in Chennai, India
Saahas Zero Waste is a socio-environmental enterprise offering waste management solutions all over India. For over 17 years, we have delivered sustainable and holistic waste management solutions for corporates, governmental organisations, residences and institutions. The initiatives of SZW are in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of economic progress through women empowerment, eradication of poverty and action against climate change. Saahas Zero Waste currently offers waste management in Chennai, Bangalore, Goa and Hyderabad.
Waste Management in Tech Park and Corporates
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We offer holistic waste management solutions for corporate companies and help them achieve their sustainable goals. Our services are in compliance with operational health and safety requirements as well as labour laws.
Waste Management in Residential Apartments and Housing Units
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Residential apartments and housing units can benefit from SZW’s waste management in Chennai. We closely coordinate and work with property managers, housekeeping and maintenance staff, resident welfare association, resident volunteers and other stakeholders.
Waste Management in Institutions
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We offer end-to-end waste management solutions for schools, colleges and universities in Chennai. Apart from waste management, we also organise awareness programs where students are taught about best practises of zero waste management. The young minds will learn about waste segregation, composting and recycling.
The training will help children in understanding the importance of protecting the environment and also the hazardous results of waste accumulation and improper waste management.
Waste Management for Construction Sites
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The amount of waste generated in construction sites is humungous. It is estimated that the amount of waste generated due to construction activities could go up to 287 million tonnes per annum by 2020. Saahas Zero Waste offers comprehensive waste management solutions based on the Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016. We partner with authorised vendors and certified recyclers as a part of our waste disposal solutions.
Waste Management and Disposal Solutions
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At Saahas Zero Waste Management, we follow systematic waste disposal and recycling methods for wet waste and dry waste. The entire trail of the waste management process is recorded and can be traced to authorised end destinations.
Wet Waste
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SZW has onsite processing units where wet waste is converted to compost. We also use centralised and decentralised biogas plants operated by our partners for the biomethylation process of wet waste. The end-product – which is biogas – can be used safely used in your premises for cooking, heating or to generate electricity. Our collection vehicles also run on biogas.
Dry Waste
FACILITY (DRY WASTE)
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SZW has one of the largest Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) for dry waste management. The dry waste received in the facility is segregated into 30 categories, compacted for storage and sent to recyclers to produce products such as stationery, t-shirts, and more.
Contact us to know about waste management in Bangalore, Chennai and other cities.
Our Services
Responsible & sustainable waste management solutions for bulk waste generators like corporate parks, universities, residential complexes & more.
Extended Producer Responsibility
Providing transparent & legally compliant reverse logistic services to producers for collection of post-consumer plastic & e-waste.
Closing the loop by upcycling & recycling the waste collected into beautiful recycled products.
Consulting and auditing solutions in compliance with the law related to circular economy, resource recovery, reverse logistics, waste handling & SDGs.
Enabling companies & event managers across India to conduct zero waste exhibitions, events, and concerts.
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FAQ
Why is waste management a very big problem for Chennai?
A growing city like Chennai has a huge population pressure and inadequate waste disposal infrastructure is a major problem for waste collection and disposal. Due to widespread urbanization, millions of tonnes of waste are generated from residential areas, business complexes and industries. Proper sorting and management of waste is, therefore, a big challenge for Chennai.
How can we solve the waste management problem in Chennai?
A comprehensive waste management plan from Saahas Zero Waste can help big cities like Chennai. We utilize the latest technology and our expertise in this field to deliver solutions for waste collection, segregation, disposal or recycling. We work with all types of organizations and residents to prevent excess waste disposal in landfills.
How much waste is generated in Chennai every day, and how is it managed?
Around 14,500 tonnes of solid waste is generated in Chennai daily. The municipal authorities are mostly responsible for segregating and recycling of the waste. Saahas Zero Waste also actively works in Chennai to reduce its waste problem. We provide our waste management services to tech parks, corporate, residential communities and construction sites.
Is Chennai better than Bangalore in waste management?
When it comes to waste management the problems of all metropolitan cities are similar. So, at the moment, both Chennai and Bangalore are reeling under the pressure of huge garbage dumps. To help them cope with effective waste management strategies, Saahas Zero Waste coordinates with volunteers and certified vendors to reduce the waste problem.
How are Chennai residents disposing of wet waste after the new garbage management rules?
According to the new garbage management rules, Chennai residents are required to segregate wet and dry waste. Composting is used as a preferred method for disposing wet waste. Saahas Zero Waste also helps residents to compost their bio waste and use it to produce biogas that can be safely used in households for cooking.
How to connect for waste management service in Chennai?
Contact Saahas Zero Waste for effective and environment-friendly waste management services in Chennai. Fill up our online form, mentioning your name, number, email address and message and our experts will soon get back to you. Alternatively, call us at +91 080 4168 9889 to discuss about our waste management services in Chennai.
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