Solid Waste Management Industry 101
Industry Intelligence • Social Sector & Non-Profits

Solid Waste Management Industry 101

How cities manage waste sustainably

75 minutes
101
Self-paced

Introductory course explaining how solid waste is collected, processed, and managed

Course Overview

Solid waste management is a critical urban infrastructure function focused on collection, segregation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste. This course explains municipal and industrial waste streams, operational models, technologies, regulations, and sustainability considerations. Learners will understand how effective waste management supports public health, environmental protection, and circular economy goals.

What You'll Learn

Understand waste management lifecycle
Collection & segregation models
Processing & disposal methods
Sustainability & circular economy
Waste management career paths

Why This Course?

Practitioner-led content
Context before tools
Modular & practical
India-first, globally relevant

Curriculum

Introduction to Waste Management

Why waste management is critical

Waste Collection & Segregation

Door-to-door, municipal systems

Processing & Recycling

Recycling, composting, WtE

Regulation & Compliance

Policies, compliance, standards

Future of Waste Management

Circular economy, smart cities

Who This Is For

Civil / environmental studentsMBA / Management studentsUrban infrastructure professionalsCareer switchersConsultants / Analysts

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, no prior knowledge required
Around 75 minutes
Yes, after completion

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