Efficient Waste Management Strategies in Diverse Industries
Efficient Waste Management Strategies in Diverse Industries
Industrial waste is a significant problem worldwide, with over 7.6 billion tonnes generated by the industrial sector annually. Disposing of industrial waste is complicated and dangerous, costing more than $9 trillion every year to recycle. The failure to address this issue can lead to environmental harm.
Industrial waste includes any byproduct generated by industrial operations that is undesirable, dangerous, residual, or leftover from the manufacturing process. Solid waste makes up the majority of industrial waste, but industries are often reluctant to recycle due to the additional cost it incurs. However, emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) can optimize waste by reducing the overall production of waste.
IoT technology enables the gathering of massive amounts of data and updating it in real-time through distributed sensors that transmit all their data to the cloud for storage and analysis. By analyzing this data, AI algorithms can provide valuable insights that allow for better decision-making.
The food industry produces over 1.3 billion tonnes of waste every year, accounting for approximately 33% of all food produced for human use. Improperly handled food and food waste often end up in landfill sites, leading to expensive pickup routes and further carbon emissions. However, IoT technology can be used to streamline waste collection and storage systems, allowing organizations to make better decisions about scheduling pickups and optimizing truck pick-up routes.
Agriculture generates a total of 998 million tonnes of agricultural waste annually, and nearly every agricultural activity generates by-products. The most concerning form of agricultural waste is the potential contamination of groundwater with pesticides. IoT technology plays a critical role in addressing this problem by promoting proper waste disposal and reducing waste generation in the first place.
The energy industry can also benefit from IoT technology by managing waste segregation with up to 99% accuracy, reducing carbon emissions, improving workplace safety and cleanliness, and optimizing waste management and collection procedures.
Mishandling industrial waste can have catastrophic consequences for the environment and human and animal life. Wastech India provides an eco-friendly waste management solution that removes waste from landfills and waterways. Their EPR service assists with waste collection, segregation, transportation, and disposal in rural areas across India. Wastech has successfully disposed of over 10,000 million tonnes of waste from various states using this service, and the number continues to grow.
In conclusion, smart waste management using IoT technology is critical for various industries to reduce their carbon footprint, optimize waste management, and protect the environment. By adopting these technologies, businesses can make better decisions about scheduling pickups, optimizing truck pick-up routes, and reducing the generation of waste. Wastech India’s EPR service provides an eco-friendly solution for businesses to manage their waste effectively and protect the environment.