Effective management of urban waste by scaling up MSW models of co-processing

Effective management and disposal of Municipal Solid Wastes (MSW) has already reached a stage of major concern in India, as in many other countries around the world. Rapid urbanisation, uncontrolled population growth and rising per capita income is only going to add to this problem. In a situation like this, it becomes imperative to look at customized non-conventional solutions involving all stakeholders responsible for solid waste management. Making Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) from MSW and using it gainfully as a fuel in cement plants is one such sustainable long-term solution.