Crushed by Progress? Mumbai’s Struggle with Construction Waste Disposal
Mumbai’s massive infrastructure and redevelopment projects produce an astounding 8,500 metric tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) debris every day. Compared to the 6,500 metric tonnes of solid trash garbage that are collected daily in the city, this is a much larger amount. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is thus having difficulty with rubbish collection […]
Controlling Construction Waste, Not Blanket Bans, Is the Key to Mumbai’s Air Pollution Fight
In a discussion on Thursday, experts emphasised the importance of efficient construction and demolition (C&D) waste management in addressing Mumbai’s increasing air pollution, stating that a complete ban on construction sites will not enhance the air quality index (AQI). Dr. Rakesh Kumar, president of the Society for Indoor Environment, stated that if the construction industry […]