"An Insight into Solid Waste Management in Developing Country Rural Communities: Exploring Challenges and Prospects"
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.7492/54sh2h58Abstract
Solid waste management (SWM) in the rural areas of numerous low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is a topic of critical importance, yet often underestimated. Surprisingly, nearly half of the global population still resides in rural regions, making effective SWM indispensable for mitigating environmental and health hazards. Unfortunately, a lack of knowledge and proper tools frequently results in improper practices, including waste dumping and uncontrolled burning.
However, there exists great potential in adopting appropriate SWM methods, which can transform waste into valuable resources and even create revenue streams. This manuscript offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge concerning SWM in rural communities of LMICs, analyzing prevalent practices and primary challenges. Various solid waste fractions are considered, and virtuous approaches are explored, taking into account recent sustainable solutions.
Given the substantial portion of the global population residing in rural areas, embracing suitable SWM practices can yield immense benefits. These activities have the potential to enhance local conditions from social, environmental, and health perspectives, while also contributing to the global fight against climate change and environmental pollution."
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