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On, OoruLabs, India's premier urban issues podcast, Sathya Sankaran, Host of the podcast speaks to Arun Murugesh of Saahas Zero waste on the seemingly insurmountable waste problem. From trying to understand the severity of the crisis to solving it with market participant and consumers, in this conversation we attempt to unravel this rubble.

In this conversation, Arun Murugesh from Sahas Zero Waste discusses the pressing issues surrounding waste management in India, emphasizing the scale of the problem, the complexities of the waste value chain, and the critical roles played by the private sector and informal waste collectors. He highlights the challenges of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the need for a shift towards a regenerative economy. The discussion also touches on consumer behavior, the importance of recycling, and the potential for significant change driven by informed consumer choices.

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Keywords

waste management, recycling, circular economy, EPR, consumer choices, sustainability, informal sector, plastic waste, regenerative economy, environmental impact

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Takeaways

The waste management crisis is vast and complex.

Data on waste generation is often unreliable and inconsistent.

The private sector must take responsibility for waste management.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is currently ineffective.

The informal sector plays a crucial role in waste recovery.

Recycling processes are complicated, especially for plastics.

Consumer choices can significantly impact waste management.

A shift towards a regenerative economy is necessary.

Behavioral changes in consumers can lead to better waste practices.

The power of consumers can drive change in the industry.

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Sound Bites

"Waste management is a reality we can't ignore."

"The private sector plays a key role in waste management."

"EPR has been very, very bad recently."

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Chapters

00:00 The Scale of the Waste Management Crisis

03:04 Understanding the Waste Value Chain

05:57 The Role of Private Sector in Waste Management

09:13 Challenges of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

12:06 The Informal Sector's Contribution

14:52 Recycling Complexities and Consumer Choices

18:00 Towards a Regenerative Economy

20:47 Behavioral Changes and Consumer Power

24:09 The Future of Waste Management in India

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