Published January 30, 2023 | Version v1
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Construction and Demolition Waste Management

  • 1. Research Scholar
  • 2. Assistant Professor

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The necessity for waste management in India arises from the fact that the country is a developing nation with a correspondingly rising rate of garbage production. Population growth, the expansion of the information technology industry, the emergence of new infrastructure projects, and the rise of industrialisation have all contributed to the rapid expansion of the construction sector. The excessive waste of materials during construction is a significant source of financial stress for builders. Having trash around has negative effects on our health, our ecology, our aesthetic sensibilities, and our appreciation of art. The local building sites in India are notorious for their enormous loss of material, poor management of materials, and lack of awareness regarding the reduction and proper utilization of waste materials. Recycling as much as 80%-85% of Europe's total construction waste would have significant economic benefits. They use simple, effective recycling technologies that reduce material waste significantly. There is a pressing need to address the problem of waste management, since trash can have serious negative effects on our nation. Due to a lack of discipline, attention to detail, regulatory oversight, and strict administration, accurate waste material estimates are not possible in India. In this paper, we'll look at one approach to dealing with the problem of building debris. To learn about construction and demolition waste management, how to cut down on waste, and the process of doing so are central to this project. As material waste is decreased, supply increases, the growing population's needs are met, and fewer resources go to waste. In addition to the well-known causes of waste, such as carelessness with product sizing, inadequate contractor input, and inadequate building expertise, there are many other potential contributors. The building and construction sector is responsible for a sizable proportion of the garbage produced. As a result, reducing construction waste has become a hot concern among governments around the world. The construction industry saves money when waste is eliminated because of lower deposition costs and cheaper expenses for obtaining virgin materials. Here, the government's primary sustainability-related policy domains are outlined for the reader. The 3R concept of reuse, reduction, and recycling is discussed in further depth in this study as a technique by which to better manage garbage.

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