Rajasthan Village Adopts Green Technology for Zero-Waste Goal
Aandhi, a small village located about 43 km from Jaipur in Rajasthan, is making strides towards becoming a zero-waste model through the implementation of green technology interventions. This initiative aims to transform various types of waste such as food waste, agricultural waste, wastewater, and hospital waste generated from local sources, including schools, farms, and community health centers, into valuable resources.
The initiative features a comprehensive package of technology interventions, including,
Three demonstration plants were inaugurated at strategic locations,
Government School
Community Health Centre
Main Pond
Partnerships and Community Engagement
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | Aandhi village’s zero-waste model initiative |
Objective | Transform into a zero-waste model through green technology interventions, converting various waste types into resources. |
Types of Waste Addressed | Food waste, agricultural waste, wastewater, hospital waste from local sources (schools, farms, health centers). |
Key Technology Interventions | – Organic Waste Bio-Methanation Plant – Vermifiltration Technology – Constructed Wetlands – Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) |
Demonstration Plants | – Government School: 100 Kg Organic Waste Bio-Methanation Plant, integrated with a 5 KW solar system for clean energy. – Community Health Centre: 10 KLD Vermifiltration Technology for wastewater treatment, reused for irrigation. – Main Pond: 20 KLD Constructed Wetlands for wastewater treatment, supporting local biodiversity. |
Impact and Goals | – Promotes environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. – Supports climate change mitigation and waste-to-wealth models. – Aims to create a self-sustaining zero-waste model for rural areas. |
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