The zero waste concept- What it is, How industries view and apply it and how useful is it to policy makers in lieu of environmental management and sustainability.
A published work of Atiq Uz Zamaan, University of South Australia.
This document discusses the concept of zero waste and its potential benefits for India. It defines zero waste as a goal that reduces waste volume and toxicity through redesigning products and recognizing waste as a resource. The key aspects of zero waste are reduce, redesign, repair, reuse, and recycle. Achieving zero waste could create new jobs in reuse and recycling industries. It would also reduce waste transportation and related emissions. India could benefit from zero waste through carbon credits, cost savings, decentralized treatment, new policies, and incentives to promote education, clean technologies, and green jobs. Full implementation of zero waste principles would help work towards a more sustainable future.
Zero waste is a philosophy that aims to redesign resource life cycles so that all products are reused and nothing is sent to landfills or incinerators. The document discusses various zero waste plans and initiatives adopted by different cities and countries around the world, including New Zealand becoming the first country to adopt a national zero waste policy. It also outlines steps involved in zero waste management like avoiding, reducing, reusing, and recycling waste.
Zero Waste Management for Schools: A module prepared by Prof. Liwayway Memije...Liwayway Memije-Cruz
RATIONALE: ZERO WASTE MANAGEMENT PROJECT
One of the more serious problems that our country and our university in particular encounter nowadays is pollution which is due to improper handling and disposal of solid wastes. This problem occurs not only in urban areas where population density is high and human activities are continuous and intense but is also felt in the regional and rural areas.
In Metro Manila, the population density is 14,440 persons per square kilometer, 63 times more than the national average. Per capita waste production daily is estimated at 0.66 kg. More than half a kilo of trash per person per day is a lot. The volume of daily wastes weights in a little over 6,000 tons. Only 85% of these wastes are collected. Uncollected wastes pile up and fester in street corners and marketplaces, vacant lots and other open (often unauthorized) dumpsites. Ubiquitous scavengers light into these waste piles to pick whatever they can salvage from the junk. These waste materials are the breeding ground of flies, mosquitoes, rats, and other manner of pests and disease-carrying organisms.
An irreducible amount of waste also finds its way into bodies of water, into ditches, storm drains, and sewer mains. This does not only contaminate and pollute our waters; come the rainy season, garbage plugs up the city’ sewerage and flood waters rise-causing untold damages to life and property. Common sense tells us that the most cost-effective way of managing waste is to do something at the source generation, that is, at home, at the office or at the institutional level.
The document summarizes the City of Sydney's Zero Waste Initiative. The initiative aims to reduce waste sent to landfill by promoting avoidance, reuse, and recycling. Key goals are to reduce total waste by 3% annually and achieve a 66% resource recovery rate by 2014. Projects include education workshops, recycling programs, and a marketing campaign using slogans like "Think before you bin it" to raise awareness. Program evaluation assesses metrics like event attendance and website traffic. Recommendations include expanding food waste programs and conducting more research on brand awareness and behavior change.
This document provides an overview of biodiversity, including its definition, types, distribution, benefits, threats, and conservation. It discusses how biodiversity represents the variety of life on Earth and is vital to sustaining human life. The three types of biodiversity are genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. While biodiversity is threatened by habitat loss and other human impacts, conservation efforts aim to protect biodiversity through protected areas, restoration, and environmental policies.
The zero waste concept- What it is, How industries view and apply it and how useful is it to policy makers in lieu of environmental management and sustainability.
A published work of Atiq Uz Zamaan, University of South Australia.
This document discusses the concept of zero waste and its potential benefits for India. It defines zero waste as a goal that reduces waste volume and toxicity through redesigning products and recognizing waste as a resource. The key aspects of zero waste are reduce, redesign, repair, reuse, and recycle. Achieving zero waste could create new jobs in reuse and recycling industries. It would also reduce waste transportation and related emissions. India could benefit from zero waste through carbon credits, cost savings, decentralized treatment, new policies, and incentives to promote education, clean technologies, and green jobs. Full implementation of zero waste principles would help work towards a more sustainable future.
Zero waste is a philosophy that aims to redesign resource life cycles so that all products are reused and nothing is sent to landfills or incinerators. The document discusses various zero waste plans and initiatives adopted by different cities and countries around the world, including New Zealand becoming the first country to adopt a national zero waste policy. It also outlines steps involved in zero waste management like avoiding, reducing, reusing, and recycling waste.
Zero Waste Management for Schools: A module prepared by Prof. Liwayway Memije...Liwayway Memije-Cruz
RATIONALE: ZERO WASTE MANAGEMENT PROJECT
One of the more serious problems that our country and our university in particular encounter nowadays is pollution which is due to improper handling and disposal of solid wastes. This problem occurs not only in urban areas where population density is high and human activities are continuous and intense but is also felt in the regional and rural areas.
In Metro Manila, the population density is 14,440 persons per square kilometer, 63 times more than the national average. Per capita waste production daily is estimated at 0.66 kg. More than half a kilo of trash per person per day is a lot. The volume of daily wastes weights in a little over 6,000 tons. Only 85% of these wastes are collected. Uncollected wastes pile up and fester in street corners and marketplaces, vacant lots and other open (often unauthorized) dumpsites. Ubiquitous scavengers light into these waste piles to pick whatever they can salvage from the junk. These waste materials are the breeding ground of flies, mosquitoes, rats, and other manner of pests and disease-carrying organisms.
An irreducible amount of waste also finds its way into bodies of water, into ditches, storm drains, and sewer mains. This does not only contaminate and pollute our waters; come the rainy season, garbage plugs up the city’ sewerage and flood waters rise-causing untold damages to life and property. Common sense tells us that the most cost-effective way of managing waste is to do something at the source generation, that is, at home, at the office or at the institutional level.
The document summarizes the City of Sydney's Zero Waste Initiative. The initiative aims to reduce waste sent to landfill by promoting avoidance, reuse, and recycling. Key goals are to reduce total waste by 3% annually and achieve a 66% resource recovery rate by 2014. Projects include education workshops, recycling programs, and a marketing campaign using slogans like "Think before you bin it" to raise awareness. Program evaluation assesses metrics like event attendance and website traffic. Recommendations include expanding food waste programs and conducting more research on brand awareness and behavior change.
This document provides an overview of biodiversity, including its definition, types, distribution, benefits, threats, and conservation. It discusses how biodiversity represents the variety of life on Earth and is vital to sustaining human life. The three types of biodiversity are genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. While biodiversity is threatened by habitat loss and other human impacts, conservation efforts aim to protect biodiversity through protected areas, restoration, and environmental policies.
The document discusses the history and significance of Earth Day, which is celebrated annually on April 22nd. It began in 1970 as an environmental teach-in in the US in response to increasing pollution and damage to the planet. Over 190 countries now participate in Earth Day activities like cleaning up public spaces, planting trees, and raising awareness of environmental issues. The 2020 theme is "climate action" to encourage addressing the climate crisis through reducing emissions and transitioning to renewable energy. People are celebrating Earth Day virtually this year due to the pandemic through online campaigns and education initiatives.
This document discusses effective strategies for communicating wildlife conservation information to the public. It emphasizes that communication is an important conservation tool for raising awareness, educating people, and influencing decision-makers. It outlines various online and offline channels for sharing information, such as websites, social media, publications, events, and interpretation centers. Key recommendations include keeping messages simple, using visual aids, and showing real examples to engage people. Citizen science programs and nature education are highlighted as ways to involve the public and increase understanding of environmental issues.
This presentation is on outdoor nature education. It includes techniques and tools which teachers could use to improve their classroom experience for their students.
The document discusses the Aichi Biodiversity Targets established under the Convention on Biological Diversity. It provides background on the United Nations Environment Programme and the signing of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992. The 20 Aichi Targets adopted in 2010 at COP-10 in Nagoya, Japan are aimed at addressing the drivers of biodiversity loss and enhancing the benefits from biodiversity. The document poses guiding questions to help countries set national targets aligned with the Aichi Targets and effectively implement their obligations under the Convention.
This document summarizes the author's journey in writing a book about moths. It began in 1993 after completing her PhD under the guidance of her late guru who encouraged her to take untrodden paths. From 2004, she began extensively collecting data on moth distribution, biology, habitats and behavior. One of the biggest challenges was accurately identifying moth species. She compiled important reference resources and collaborated with international experts. The process of designing, editing and publishing the book while balancing business and passion aspects caused delays. She thanks those who supported and guided her throughout this journey.
This a field guide folder which features 42 species of flora and fauna found in mangroves in and around Greater Mumbai. The field guide was developed in English and Hindi for United Way Mumbai by Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP. This is available for free distribution and downloads
This a field guide folder which features 42 species of flora and fauna found in mangroves in and around Greater Mumbai. The field guide was developed in English and Hindi for United Way Mumbai by Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP. This is available for free distribution and downloads
In past one year we developed range of educational materials, some of them are completed and few are underprocess. We showcase our works done for United Way Mumbai, Sanjay Gandhi National Park and ISKON.
Works include book field guide, folding field guide, outdoor exhibits, Butterfly garden and tree signage.
This document provides information about mangroves in Mumbai, including the top 10 species of mangroves and mangrove animals found there. It discusses Mission Mangroves, a conservation initiative to plant 100,001 mangroves in degraded wetlands and educate citizens. The presentation covers mangrove adaptations, distribution, types, importance, threats like dumping and construction, and conservation measures. It highlights the history of mangrove destruction in Mumbai and efforts by the Mangrove Cell and NGOs to protect and restore them.
Dr. V. Shubhalaxmi, a 2009-10 Humphrey Fellow from India, discovered a new species of moth. A school teacher in Arunachal Pradesh, India photographed the unknown moth and submitted it for identification. A moth specialist in Taiwan confirmed it was a new species. Dr. Shubhalaxmi plans an expedition in September to Arunachal Pradesh to locate a specimen for research purposes and name the moth after the location, Ziro, where it was first found. She has also been tasked with developing a three-year butterfly and moth research project for Arunachal Pradesh, marking the beginning of her career in research.
Wetlands provide many essential ecosystem services including fresh water purification and supply, flood control, biodiversity habitat, and carbon storage. However, 64% of the world's wetlands have been lost since 1900 primarily due to land conversion for agriculture and development. This has negatively impacted over 1 billion people's access to water and contributed to a 76% decline in global freshwater species populations. International efforts like the Ramsar Convention are working to promote wise wetland management and conservation to help reverse these trends.
The document outlines the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) requirements for companies in India according to the Company Act of 2013. It states that companies meeting certain criteria must form a CSR committee to formulate a CSR policy and recommend spending of at least 2% of profits on CSR activities listed in Schedule VII, such as poverty alleviation, education, and healthcare. The board is responsible for approving the policy, ensuring CSR activities are undertaken, and reporting reasons for any shortfall in spending.
The document summarizes the Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020 and the Aichi Targets adopted by the Convention on Biological Diversity. It outlines the vision and mission of the plan, which is to take action to halt biodiversity loss by 2020. It describes the five strategic goals and 20 targets of the plan related to mainstreaming biodiversity, reducing pressures on biodiversity from areas like agriculture and pollution, safeguarding ecosystems and species diversity, enhancing benefits from biodiversity, and improving implementation through participation, knowledge and capacity building. National governments will develop own targets and update biodiversity strategies and action plans to fulfill commitments of the plan through regional capacity building workshops.
This document announces a workshop on developing innovative CSR solutions related to biodiversity, the environment, and addressing the Prime Minister's initiatives. The one-day workshop will include sessions on biodiversity in business, CSR ideas for conservation, waste management, water sustainability, and tree planting. Attendees will learn how to develop a green CSR plan to link their company's initiatives to United Nations and government biodiversity goals. The workshop will be held on December 3rd in Mumbai.
As we witness more and more citizens taking charge of the broom, its time to share some important guidelines to make this revolution more effective. Kuddos to all those who dropped their gadgets to hold a broom. Share these guidelines among your network. Thanks.
This presentation is about my passion towards insects. This is also apt for infusing interest among insect haters. An apt resource for schools. For more information do contact me, welcome to the community of Insect Lovers .....Signing off India's first Buglady
Be a Scientist for a Day: A Citizen Science Project for Biodiversity Surves ...Dr.Shubhalaxmi Vaylure
This document describes a citizen science project called "Be a Scientist for a Day" conducted by the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) to survey biodiversity at their nature reserve. It provides an overview of citizen science, describes the study area and methodology of the project. Results are presented on the data collected by citizen scientists on plants, insects, moths, reptiles, amphibians and birds. Feedback indicates the project was well-received and successful in engaging amateurs in field research. Future plans include making it a regular program and publishing scientific papers on results.
The document discusses the history and significance of Earth Day, which is celebrated annually on April 22nd. It began in 1970 as an environmental teach-in in the US in response to increasing pollution and damage to the planet. Over 190 countries now participate in Earth Day activities like cleaning up public spaces, planting trees, and raising awareness of environmental issues. The 2020 theme is "climate action" to encourage addressing the climate crisis through reducing emissions and transitioning to renewable energy. People are celebrating Earth Day virtually this year due to the pandemic through online campaigns and education initiatives.
This document discusses effective strategies for communicating wildlife conservation information to the public. It emphasizes that communication is an important conservation tool for raising awareness, educating people, and influencing decision-makers. It outlines various online and offline channels for sharing information, such as websites, social media, publications, events, and interpretation centers. Key recommendations include keeping messages simple, using visual aids, and showing real examples to engage people. Citizen science programs and nature education are highlighted as ways to involve the public and increase understanding of environmental issues.
This presentation is on outdoor nature education. It includes techniques and tools which teachers could use to improve their classroom experience for their students.
The document discusses the Aichi Biodiversity Targets established under the Convention on Biological Diversity. It provides background on the United Nations Environment Programme and the signing of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992. The 20 Aichi Targets adopted in 2010 at COP-10 in Nagoya, Japan are aimed at addressing the drivers of biodiversity loss and enhancing the benefits from biodiversity. The document poses guiding questions to help countries set national targets aligned with the Aichi Targets and effectively implement their obligations under the Convention.
This document summarizes the author's journey in writing a book about moths. It began in 1993 after completing her PhD under the guidance of her late guru who encouraged her to take untrodden paths. From 2004, she began extensively collecting data on moth distribution, biology, habitats and behavior. One of the biggest challenges was accurately identifying moth species. She compiled important reference resources and collaborated with international experts. The process of designing, editing and publishing the book while balancing business and passion aspects caused delays. She thanks those who supported and guided her throughout this journey.
This a field guide folder which features 42 species of flora and fauna found in mangroves in and around Greater Mumbai. The field guide was developed in English and Hindi for United Way Mumbai by Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP. This is available for free distribution and downloads
This a field guide folder which features 42 species of flora and fauna found in mangroves in and around Greater Mumbai. The field guide was developed in English and Hindi for United Way Mumbai by Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP. This is available for free distribution and downloads
In past one year we developed range of educational materials, some of them are completed and few are underprocess. We showcase our works done for United Way Mumbai, Sanjay Gandhi National Park and ISKON.
Works include book field guide, folding field guide, outdoor exhibits, Butterfly garden and tree signage.
This document provides information about mangroves in Mumbai, including the top 10 species of mangroves and mangrove animals found there. It discusses Mission Mangroves, a conservation initiative to plant 100,001 mangroves in degraded wetlands and educate citizens. The presentation covers mangrove adaptations, distribution, types, importance, threats like dumping and construction, and conservation measures. It highlights the history of mangrove destruction in Mumbai and efforts by the Mangrove Cell and NGOs to protect and restore them.
Dr. V. Shubhalaxmi, a 2009-10 Humphrey Fellow from India, discovered a new species of moth. A school teacher in Arunachal Pradesh, India photographed the unknown moth and submitted it for identification. A moth specialist in Taiwan confirmed it was a new species. Dr. Shubhalaxmi plans an expedition in September to Arunachal Pradesh to locate a specimen for research purposes and name the moth after the location, Ziro, where it was first found. She has also been tasked with developing a three-year butterfly and moth research project for Arunachal Pradesh, marking the beginning of her career in research.
Wetlands provide many essential ecosystem services including fresh water purification and supply, flood control, biodiversity habitat, and carbon storage. However, 64% of the world's wetlands have been lost since 1900 primarily due to land conversion for agriculture and development. This has negatively impacted over 1 billion people's access to water and contributed to a 76% decline in global freshwater species populations. International efforts like the Ramsar Convention are working to promote wise wetland management and conservation to help reverse these trends.
The document outlines the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) requirements for companies in India according to the Company Act of 2013. It states that companies meeting certain criteria must form a CSR committee to formulate a CSR policy and recommend spending of at least 2% of profits on CSR activities listed in Schedule VII, such as poverty alleviation, education, and healthcare. The board is responsible for approving the policy, ensuring CSR activities are undertaken, and reporting reasons for any shortfall in spending.
The document summarizes the Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020 and the Aichi Targets adopted by the Convention on Biological Diversity. It outlines the vision and mission of the plan, which is to take action to halt biodiversity loss by 2020. It describes the five strategic goals and 20 targets of the plan related to mainstreaming biodiversity, reducing pressures on biodiversity from areas like agriculture and pollution, safeguarding ecosystems and species diversity, enhancing benefits from biodiversity, and improving implementation through participation, knowledge and capacity building. National governments will develop own targets and update biodiversity strategies and action plans to fulfill commitments of the plan through regional capacity building workshops.
This document announces a workshop on developing innovative CSR solutions related to biodiversity, the environment, and addressing the Prime Minister's initiatives. The one-day workshop will include sessions on biodiversity in business, CSR ideas for conservation, waste management, water sustainability, and tree planting. Attendees will learn how to develop a green CSR plan to link their company's initiatives to United Nations and government biodiversity goals. The workshop will be held on December 3rd in Mumbai.
As we witness more and more citizens taking charge of the broom, its time to share some important guidelines to make this revolution more effective. Kuddos to all those who dropped their gadgets to hold a broom. Share these guidelines among your network. Thanks.
This presentation is about my passion towards insects. This is also apt for infusing interest among insect haters. An apt resource for schools. For more information do contact me, welcome to the community of Insect Lovers .....Signing off India's first Buglady
Be a Scientist for a Day: A Citizen Science Project for Biodiversity Surves ...Dr.Shubhalaxmi Vaylure
This document describes a citizen science project called "Be a Scientist for a Day" conducted by the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) to survey biodiversity at their nature reserve. It provides an overview of citizen science, describes the study area and methodology of the project. Results are presented on the data collected by citizen scientists on plants, insects, moths, reptiles, amphibians and birds. Feedback indicates the project was well-received and successful in engaging amateurs in field research. Future plans include making it a regular program and publishing scientific papers on results.
Kinetic studies on malachite green dye adsorption from aqueous solutions by A...Open Access Research Paper
Water polluted by dyestuffs compounds is a global threat to health and the environment; accordingly, we prepared a green novel sorbent chemical and Physical system from an algae, chitosan and chitosan nanoparticle and impregnated with algae with chitosan nanocomposite for the sorption of Malachite green dye from water. The algae with chitosan nanocomposite by a simple method and used as a recyclable and effective adsorbent for the removal of malachite green dye from aqueous solutions. Algae, chitosan, chitosan nanoparticle and algae with chitosan nanocomposite were characterized using different physicochemical methods. The functional groups and chemical compounds found in algae, chitosan, chitosan algae, chitosan nanoparticle, and chitosan nanoparticle with algae were identified using FTIR, SEM, and TGADTA/DTG techniques. The optimal adsorption conditions, different dosages, pH and Temperature the amount of algae with chitosan nanocomposite were determined. At optimized conditions and the batch equilibrium studies more than 99% of the dye was removed. The adsorption process data matched well kinetics showed that the reaction order for dye varied with pseudo-first order and pseudo-second order. Furthermore, the maximum adsorption capacity of the algae with chitosan nanocomposite toward malachite green dye reached as high as 15.5mg/g, respectively. Finally, multiple times reusing of algae with chitosan nanocomposite and removing dye from a real wastewater has made it a promising and attractive option for further practical applications.
Improving the viability of probiotics by encapsulation methods for developmen...Open Access Research Paper
The popularity of functional foods among scientists and common people has been increasing day by day. Awareness and modernization make the consumer think better regarding food and nutrition. Now a day’s individual knows very well about the relation between food consumption and disease prevalence. Humans have a diversity of microbes in the gut that together form the gut microflora. Probiotics are the health-promoting live microbial cells improve host health through gut and brain connection and fighting against harmful bacteria. Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus are the two bacterial genera which are considered to be probiotic. These good bacteria are facing challenges of viability. There are so many factors such as sensitivity to heat, pH, acidity, osmotic effect, mechanical shear, chemical components, freezing and storage time as well which affects the viability of probiotics in the dairy food matrix as well as in the gut. Multiple efforts have been done in the past and ongoing in present for these beneficial microbial population stability until their destination in the gut. One of a useful technique known as microencapsulation makes the probiotic effective in the diversified conditions and maintain these microbe’s community to the optimum level for achieving targeted benefits. Dairy products are found to be an ideal vehicle for probiotic incorporation. It has been seen that the encapsulated microbial cells show higher viability than the free cells in different processing and storage conditions as well as against bile salts in the gut. They make the food functional when incorporated, without affecting the product sensory characteristics.
Evolving Lifecycles with High Resolution Site Characterization (HRSC) and 3-D...Joshua Orris
The incorporation of a 3DCSM and completion of HRSC provided a tool for enhanced, data-driven, decisions to support a change in remediation closure strategies. Currently, an approved pilot study has been obtained to shut-down the remediation systems (ISCO, P&T) and conduct a hydraulic study under non-pumping conditions. A separate micro-biological bench scale treatability study was competed that yielded positive results for an emerging innovative technology. As a result, a field pilot study has commenced with results expected in nine-twelve months. With the results of the hydraulic study, field pilot studies and an updated risk assessment leading site monitoring optimization cost lifecycle savings upwards of $15MM towards an alternatively evolved best available technology remediation closure strategy.
Optimizing Post Remediation Groundwater Performance with Enhanced Microbiolog...Joshua Orris
Results of geophysics and pneumatic injection pilot tests during 2003 – 2007 yielded significant positive results for injection delivery design and contaminant mass treatment, resulting in permanent shut-down of an existing groundwater Pump & Treat system.
Accessible source areas were subsequently removed (2011) by soil excavation and treated with the placement of Emulsified Vegetable Oil EVO and zero-valent iron ZVI to accelerate treatment of impacted groundwater in overburden and weathered fractured bedrock. Post pilot test and post remediation groundwater monitoring has included analyses of CVOCs, organic fatty acids, dissolved gases and QuantArray® -Chlor to quantify key microorganisms (e.g., Dehalococcoides, Dehalobacter, etc.) and functional genes (e.g., vinyl chloride reductase, methane monooxygenase, etc.) to assess potential for reductive dechlorination and aerobic cometabolism of CVOCs.
In 2022, the first commercial application of MetaArray™ was performed at the site. MetaArray™ utilizes statistical analysis, such as principal component analysis and multivariate analysis to provide evidence that reductive dechlorination is active or even that it is slowing. This creates actionable data allowing users to save money by making important site management decisions earlier.
The results of the MetaArray™ analysis’ support vector machine (SVM) identified groundwater monitoring wells with a 80% confidence that were characterized as either Limited for Reductive Decholorination or had a High Reductive Reduction Dechlorination potential. The results of MetaArray™ will be used to further optimize the site’s post remediation monitoring program for monitored natural attenuation.