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Surat Aims to Become India's First Zero Waste City with 100% Recycling

Surat is transforming from the Diamond City into a pioneering Zero Waste City by prioritizing scientific waste management. The Surat Municipal Corporation has set a target to achieve 100% recycling of all construction and demolition waste generated. This initiative recycles 80 metric tons daily into products like paver blocks, reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 500 tons per year. Furthermore, the corporation mandates the use of 20% recycled material in government tenders to boost the circular economy.

Key Points: Surat Targets Zero Waste City with Full C&D Waste Recycling

  • 100% recycling target for construction waste
  • Cuts 500 tons of CO2 emissions annually
  • Mandates 20% recycled material in govt tenders
  • Recycles 80 metric tons of demolition waste daily
  • Strengthens circular economy
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Diamond City Surat set to become 'Zero Waste City'

Surat Municipal Corporation aims for 100% construction waste recycling, cutting CO2 by 500 tons yearly and mandating recycled materials in tenders.

"Surat's initiative goes beyond cleanliness and reflects a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. - Official Statement"

Gandhinagar, January 29

In a significant step towards making Surat an emerging national leader in environmental conservation and scientific waste management, the 'Urban Development Year' declared by the state government, Surat Municipal Corporation has given priority to 'Green Growth' while advancing modern urban infrastructure said an official statement on Thursday.

According to an official statement, the city is steadily shaping an identity that goes beyond being the 'Diamond City', aiming to become a 'Zero Waste City'.

The statement also mentioned that the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has set a target to achieve 100 per cent recycling of construction and demolition (C&D) waste generated in the city. A structured system is being put in place to ensure that construction waste is diverted directly to the planned site or to the plants, where it will be recycled and reused.

The official statement also mentioned that by achieving 100% recycling of construction waste, Surat's initiative goes beyond cleanliness and reflects a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.

The recycling process helps reduce CO₂ emissions of approximately over 500 tons every year, equivalent to saving 2,50,000 kg of coal, mentioned the report.

As per the report, it is stated that at present, around 80 metric tons of demolition waste is recycled daily.

C&D waste is turned into paver blocks, while other construction waste is processed into high-quality products, added the report.

Under SMC guidance, and with the support of the State and Central Governments, waste is being recycled and managed through scientific systems. A dedicated Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Recycling Plant has been established to convert construction and demolition waste into useful products, the statement further added.

The statement also highlighted that the Corporation has made it mandatory for government tenders to use up to 20 per cent recycled material produced at the city's recycling plant, where this policy not only boosts the market for recycled products but also strengthens the circular economy.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative, but the real challenge is implementation and public participation. Will citizens and private builders actually segregate and send their waste properly? SMC needs a strong awareness campaign.
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Aman W
Saving 2.5 lakh kg of coal equivalent is no small feat! This is the kind of green growth we need. Hope they extend this scientific management to household wet and dry waste soon. Surat can be a model for the entire country.
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Sarah B
The policy to mandate 20% recycled material in govt tenders is a game-changer. It creates demand and ensures the recycling plant is economically viable. A brilliant circular economy strategy!
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Vikram M
As someone from Surat, I've seen the city transform. From a diamond hub to now aiming for zero waste - it's inspiring. The new identity is well-deserved. Hope the infrastructure keeps pace with the growing population though.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the targets are ambitious, the article only mentions 80 MT recycled daily. What is the total C&D waste generated? 100% recycling is the goal, but we need transparency on the current gap. Still, a step in the right direction.

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