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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Coimbatore district administration explores recycling of MLP waste in peri-urban village panchayats
The district administration has begun preliminary efforts to explore the use of products made from multi-layered plastic (MLP) waste in civic and government projects. District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar told The Hindu that a team under the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA), led by Additional Collector (Development) Sanket Balwant Waghe, has been tasked with studying project feasibility. The administration has also partnered with Recompose Recycling to streamline waste management. C. Prashanth of Recompose Recycling said MLP forms only a part of total waste, but pilot applications have been demonstrated, including a bus shelter at Kittampalayam panchayat, a control room for Kaniyur panchayat, and 200 shields for the Independence Day awards, manufactured using 250 kg of plastic waste. 'The shields were made to reflect government involvement and raise awareness,' he said. Highlighting challenges in peri-urban panchayats, the Collector said, 'Nearly 20 panchayats in the district each have populations exceeding 15,000, and the facilities available are insufficient. The objective is to create both supply and demand for recycled products. Only when such products find consistent use can the collection and recycling process become sustainable.' Official sources said three resource recovery parks are planned at Pollachi North, Kaniyur, and a combined facility for Somayampalayam and Pannimadai. These will be equipped for segregation and processing of dry, wet, garden, and sanitary waste, including baling machines, shredders, dewatering units, and an incinerator. Preliminary works have begun, and detailed project reports are being prepared for government approval.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- General
- New Indian Express
I-Day awardees in Coimbatore to be bestowed with shields made of hard-to-recycle plastic waste
COIMBATORE: To encourage recycling of Multi-Layered Plastic (MLP) waste, which often ends up in landfills and harms the environment, the Coimbatore district administration and the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) have made eco-friendly award shields for this Independence Day. The district administration honours people for their outstanding contributions and excellent public service by handing over shields every year during the Independence Day celebration. This year, the Coimbatore district administration is going to hand over award shields made out of recycled MLP waste. The award shields, officials hoped, would be remembered by every awardee for their performances as much as their interest in plastic waste recycling to protect the environment. "This is more than just an award; it is a message. By recognising excellence with shields made from recycled waste, we are honouring both the achievements of individuals and our commitment to environmental sustainability. We hope this inspires more people to segregate waste at source and support recycling initiatives," said District Collector Pavankumar G Giriyappanavar. The shields were produced at the Arasur Panchayat Plastic Waste Management Unit in Sulur Block, a facility operated under the DRDA for processing and repurposing difficult-to-recycle materials collected from the public, according to Sanket Balwant Waghe, the Additional Collector (Development) and the Project Director of DRDA.
Hans India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
ITC WOW Recognizes Students and Schools for Contribution Towards Clean India Mission
Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and resource conservation through sustainable waste management and recycling practices, ITC Limited hosted the Wellbeing Out of Waste (WOW) Interschool Recycling Championship Awards Presentation Event today at The Grand Regent Hotel, Coimbatore. The event was held to recognize and celebrate the exceptional contributions made by students and schools in advancing the cause of the Clean India Mission or Swachh Bharat, through effective waste management during the Championship. The award ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Thiru. Sanket Balwant Waghe, IAS, Additional Collector (Development), Coimbatore of Tamil Nadu State, and Guest of Honours , Mr. Sibsankar Bandyopadhyay ,Executive Vice President – HR & CSR ITC Limited- Paperboards & Specialty Papers Division Mr. V Murali, Unit Head - Mill Operations, ITC Limited - Paperboards & Specialty Papers Division, Unit Kovai and Mr.S.N N Umakanth, Deputy General Manger - WOW, ITC Limited - Paperboards & Specialty Papers Division. The dignitaries presented awards and medals to the deserving students and schools. Speaking at the event, Mr. Sibsankar Bandyopadhyay, Executive Vice President – HR & CSR, Paperboards & Specialty Papers Division, ITC Ltd, said, 'I would like to convey our heartfelt congratulations to the competition winners of the ITC WOW Interschool Recycling Championship and express our gratitude to all participants for their encouraging contribution towards Swachh Bharat. Swachh Bharat is not only about maintaining cleanliness at an individual level but also in public spaces, to create an overall clean and healthy environment. It is heartening to see that our future generation is well aware of this important aspect of our lives and is actively taking the initiative to manage and recycle waste.' The Interschool Recycling Championship (ISRC), ITC WOW's flagship programme is designed to instil the habit of source segregation and responsible waste management among future citizens. Implemented across all major cities in southern India, the programme encourages students and schools to actively participate in waste management practices, thereby fostering a culture of sustainability and environmental responsibility. The 2024-25 edition of the Championship witnessed an overwhelming response with over 85000 students actively participating and collectively contributing approximately 118 metric tons of dry waste for recycling. The Championship also saw 2482 schools from across southern India take part, involving 9.31 lakh students in raising awareness about waste segregation. The programme brought together government and private schools from various boards, including ICSE, CBSE, and SSC, fostering a culture of sustainability among young changemakers. The awards event witnessed a good turnout of around 300 participants and featured cultural performances by students, showcasing their enthusiasm and creativity. A key highlight was the Swachhata Pledge, led by the Chief Guest, where all attendees reaffirmed their commitment to cleanliness and environmental responsibility. Beyond recognizing the winners, the event also served as a platform to encourage continued participation in environmental sustainability initiatives. It helped strengthen the collaboration among various stakeholders, including the community, schools, and government, in promoting responsible waste management practices and driving the message of a cleaner, healthier India. ITC's flagship WOW programme is a collaborative model involving multiple stakeholders that is turning neighbourhoods into clean and healthy environments. Since its inception in 2007, ITC WOW has emerged as one of India's largest awareness programmes on solid waste management. The initiative actively promotes source segregation, maximizes resource recovery and supports sustainable livelihoods for waste handlers. To date, ITC WOW has: · Engaged 29 million citizens across 72 lakh households and 71 lakh students across six states in its mission for responsible waste management. · Benefitted over 17,900 waste collectors and ragpickers. · Recovered 67,100 metric tons of dry recyclable waste annually. In Tamil Nadu State alone, the programme has covered over 6 lakh households across 221 wards, amplifying its impact on responsible waste management. The initiative underscores ITC's commitment to encouraging sustainable practices and fostering a sense of responsibility towards the environment among the younger generation. It is aligned with the broader goal of advancing a circular economy. As a global sustainability leader, ITC has achieved the distinction of being the only company in the world to be solid waste recycling positive for 18 consecutive years and has been plastic neutral since FY2022. Adopting a circular approach and reducing its environmental footprint, ITC aims for 100 percent of its packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable/bio-degradable by 202.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Sapling plantation drives undertaken across Coimbatore district to aid environmental restoration
As part of efforts to improve green cover and restore ecological balance, large-scale sapling plantation initiatives were undertaken across Coimbatore district. The Coimbatore District Crusher and Quarry Association, in association with the Department of Mining, planted over 3,000 saplings, including native varieties such as mango, neem, Arasu, Vakai and Pungan in the Chettipalayam locality, marking the occasion of World Environment Day. An additional 2,000 saplings were planted in Mettupalayam, taking the total to 5,000 saplings across the district. Additional Collector, Coimbatore District Rural Development Agency, Sanket Balwant Waghe, Deputy Director of Geology and Mining G. Panneerselvam, state president of the Crusher and Quarry Association K. Chinnaswamy, and district president KCP Chandra Prakash were among those present at the event. The Cauvery Calling movement, led by the Isha Foundation, facilitated the planting of 1.36 crore saplings across 34,000 acres in the Cauvery River basin during the year 2024-25. With this, the total number of saplings planted since the movement's inception reached 12.2 crore. Saplings including teak, red sandalwood, and mahogany are distributed at subsidised rates as a part of this initiative.
