Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative

Any transformation in society should start with individual self. Mental cleanliness and  respect for others will lead to outer cleanliness too, opined well known motivational speaker Mr.Vinayak Chhatre,Director  Vishwakalyan Guru Seva Foundation.  Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative (APCCI)  on Saturday launched a special series 'Clean City Talks' which will explore various aspects of sustainability and what it means for a common man to keep our city clean and sustainable . Kick starting the initiative was Mr.Vinayak Chhatre who spoke about Sustainability and Leadership. Mr.Krishnan Komandur, CEO APCCI,Mr.Malhar Karwande, COO APCCI and  Mr.Sathya Natarajan, Lead Volunteer APCCI were present on the occasion .    Mr. Vinayak Chhatre has been a leading motivational speaker, initiator of Siddha Samadhi programs and has been involved in training activities for teachers. He is the  Managing Director, Forbaco Systems and Computer Services P. Ltd.     Mr.Chhatre said t

Often, we observe people grappling with the dilemma of how to dispose of waste generated during household activities or ongoing projects. Similarly, there seems to be a general lack of awareness regarding the appropriate handling of garden waste, such as fallen leaves accumulating in or around garden premises. Consequently, many resort to burning such waste. The act of burning waste has emerged as a significant issue, particularly in urban areas. Faced with the staggering daily influx of waste and a dearth of knowledge regarding proper disposal methods, individuals often opt for the quickest solution: incineration. However, amidst a global climate crisis, one of the simplest yet most impactful steps individuals can take to aid the environment is the proper management of waste. Segregating waste into its various categories—wet, dry, or otherwise—facilitates its processing and recycling, thereby transforming it into reusable materials. However, this necessitates the implem

अनेक वेळा आपण असे बघतो की घरी काही ना काही तरी काम चालू असते त्यातून काही प्रकारचा कचरा निर्माण होत असतो किंवा इमारतीच्या परिसरात असलेल्या झाडांचा पालापाचोळा त्याची विल्हेवाट कशी लावायची हे नागरिकांना माहीत नसते आणि एकंदरच जागरूकतेचा अभाव असल्यामुळे जमा झालेला कचरा हा  नागरिकांकडून जाळला जातो. कचऱ्याची योग्य, शास्त्रशुद्ध विल्हेवाट कशी लावायची हा खूप महत्वाचा विषय आहे.जेव्हा कचरा हा चांगल्या प्रकारे आदर्श पद्धतीने विलगीकरण केला जातो ओला, सुका  किंवा त्याच्या विविध स्वरूपाबाबत त्यावेळी त्यावर काही ना काही प्रक्रिया करता येते आणि त्याचे काही ना काही तरी दुसऱ्या पदार्थामध्ये रूपांतर करून त्याचा पुनर्वापर करता येऊ शकतो. हे सगळे करण्यासाठी यंत्रणेची गरज असते. ज्या ठिकाणी यंत्रणा उपलब्ध नसते अशा ठिकाणी किंवा जिथे लोकांमध्ये जागरूकता नाही ,अशा ठिकाणी कचऱ्याची विल्हेवाट लावण्याची लोकांनीच शोधून काढलेली सगळ्यात सोपी आणि हानिकारक पद्धत म्हणजे कचरा जाळून टाकणे.  कचरा जाळला म्हणजे आपल्या नजरेआड जातो आणि त्याच्या नंतर त्या कचऱ्याचे काही करावे लागत नाही, अशा विचारातून नागरिक या कचऱ्याच

In an era dominated by the Specter of Climate Change, the imperative of proper waste management assumes paramount importance. This imperative stems from its direct ramifications on Climate Change and consequently, the collective destiny of our planet. Among its manifold impacts, proper waste management significantly influences human health and well-being. Given the escalating levels of waste generation globally and its deleterious effects on both the environment and public health, it becomes imperative to acknowledge the pivotal role of efficient waste management in safeguarding our collective welfare. World Health Day, observed annually on April 7th, serves as a global platform for raising awareness about critical health issues and advocating for improved healthcare practices. Notably, proper waste management emerges as a fundamental practice conducive to better health outcomes. Contemporary society confronts an array of daunting health challenges, ranging from infect

Each year, over 2.1 billion tons of municipal solid waste are generated by households, service providers, and small businesses. It's undeniable that this figure is expected to surge in the future as urbanization and consumption continue to escalate. The spectrum of solid waste includes paper, plastics, food scraps, textiles, packaging materials, yard waste, household e-waste and cleaning products. Shockingly, the United Nations reports that 2.7 billion people lack access to proper waste collection, with the majority residing in rural areas. Without urgent action, this municipal waste is projected to balloon to 3.8 billion tons annually by 2050 ( https://www.unep.org/events/ un-day/international-day-zero- waste-2024 ) . Improper waste management poses serious threats to human health and the environment. The sheer scale of untreated waste presents one of the most significant challenges not only for the future but also for the present day. The ' International Day

  एकीकडे हवामान बदलाचे भयानक स्वरूप आपण अनुभवत असताना त्याला कारणीभूत असणाऱ्या प्रमुख घटकांपैकी एक असलेल्या कचऱ्याबाबत आपण अजूनही उदासीन आहोत.  आपण कधी विचार केला आहे की कचरा एकदा आपल्या घरातून निघून गेला की त्याचे काय होते? तो गूढपणे अदृश्य होत नाही. आपल्या घरातला कचरा आपल्या नजरेसमोरून गेला की आपली जबाबदारी संपली असा आपला समज झाला आहे.  त्या कचऱ्याचे पुढे काय होते, कचऱ्याची विल्हेवाट कशी लावली जाते, त्यावर कोणत्या प्रक्रिया केल्या जातात याबद्दल फारसे काही माहित नसते.काही सामाजिक संस्था, स्वयंसेवक,विद्यार्थी कचऱ्याच्या समस्या हाताळण्यासाठी व कचऱ्याबाबतची जागरूकता वाढविण्याचे प्रयत्न करत आहेत. तरी देखील वैयक्तिक स्तरावर प्रत्येकाने हे जाणून घेणे गरजेचे आहे की आपल्या घरातून बाहेर पडलेल्या कचऱ्याचे पुढे काय होते.   पूर्वी आपण बाजारातून वस्तू आणण्यासाठी कापडी पिशवीचा वापर करायचो,त्यामुळे कचऱ्याची समस्या ही मर्यादित असायची. सध्याच्या बदललेल्या जीवनशैलीनुसार आपण थेट बाजारात न जाता ऑनलाइन खरेदी करतो. त्यामध्ये वस्तूपेक्षा जास्त हे त्याचे प्लास्टिकचे वेष्टन असते, त्यामुळे कचरा

The’ Global Recycling Day ’ is celebrated every year on 18 March. This year the theme is ‘ Recycling Heroes ’ which means celebrating people and their initiatives which are promoting recycling.    Our mother earth is shedding out natural resources faster than ever before and the day may not be far away when we might run out of these resources. Water, minerals, oil, coal, gas, metals and others are primary resources under threat, Rapid economic progress and urbanization leading to increased consumption is adding to this challenge which has grown to humongous proportions. Whatever is consumed if thrown away is adding to the mountains of waste.  The current state of dumping and accumulating waste is not helping anybody. It is affecting natural habitats, animals and human activities and livelihood. The temperatures are increasing, icecaps are melting faster than we ever thought, forest fires are becoming a new reality and weathers are getting more extreme. Our Planet is in a

In line with its ongoing commitment to foster citizen involvement in maintaining the cleanliness of the city, Adar Poonawalla Clean City (APCCI) recently hosted a special event to honor the residents of Kalyani Nagar for their unwavering spirit of volunteerism. Kalyani Nagar, a picturesque suburb in Pune, boasts proactive and engaged citizens who prioritize dialogue and mutual respect within their community.   Fuelled by numerous citizen-led initiatives, the locality stands out as one of the most dynamic in the city. A shining example is 'Team Swachh Kalyani Nagar,' whose 'Resource Cycling Center' (RRC) project, in collaboration with the Pune Municipal Corporation, has brought about tangible positive change. This organized waste segregation facility owes its success to a dedicated group of local residents whose commitment, sense of ownership, and perseverance have transformed cleanliness into a grassroot movement. APCCI honoured these change-makers in recognit