Sooraj Cherukat, DGM, Business Development, Hailstone Innovations throws light on the current scenario of C&D waste collection, processing, and utilization in the Indian construction industry, and the way forward.
In many Indian communities, the disposal of construction and demolition waste poses a serious environmental problem. The country generates 150 million tons of waste annually, accounting for 35–40% of the world's total C&D waste. Based on estimates from the Center for Science and Environment, India recycles barely 1% of the total waste generated from construction and demolition.
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