Title: A case study on challenges, opportunities and sustainable development of waste management in India

Authors: S. Baranidharan; Julie Sunil

Addresses: School of Business and Management, Christ, (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India ' Presidency Business School, Kempapura, Hebbal, Bangalore – 560024, India

Abstract: Waste management solutions for a country as large and densely populated as India with several infrastructure bottlenecks required a thorough understanding of the local context, waste generation patterns, and available infrastructure. Waste Ventures India invested in research and development to develop innovative waste management solutions to address challenges faced in India. By collecting and analysing data on waste generation patterns and available infrastructure, the company was able to design waste management systems that were tailored to Indian system. This case study highlights the importance of using evidence to inform policies and practices in waste management. Companies and governments can use data to design waste management systems that are effective, sustainable, and tailored to the needs of specific communities. This case guides analysis on how to ensure value for the stakeholders; how to identify benefits on a global and local front; and was the business scalable to ensure sustained impact.

Keywords: waste management; social enterprise; environmental pollution; employment opportunities; sustainability and innovation; integrating policies.

DOI: 10.1504/IJEWM.2025.146873

International Journal of Environment and Waste Management, 2025 Vol.37 No.3, pp.380 - 391

Received: 31 Mar 2023
Accepted: 16 Aug 2023
Published online: 24 Jun 2025 *

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