Composting for Rural India by Saahas
About the Solution
This solution by Saahas addresses the challenge of unmanaged waste in villages through decentralized composting models. By promoting segregation at source and simple composting methods, it enables rural communities to reduce open dumping and burning, improve cleanliness, and generate organic manure for agriculture. With implementation experience across 12 states, the solution has demonstrated environmental and livelihood benefits while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Saahas, established in 2001, is a non-profit working across India in the field of solid waste management. Guided by circular economy principles, it designs and implements decentralized systems for waste segregation, recycling, and composting in both urban and rural areas. By engaging governments, businesses, and communities, Saahas works to minimize waste footprints while creating livelihoods for waste workers and promoting sustainable resource use.
They can be reached via:
Phone: 080-41689889 (Bangalore) | 0124-4041713 (Gurgaon)
Mail: info@saahas.org
Training
Category – Capacity Building & Training, Monitoring Evaluation & Learning, Project Design
Sub-Category – Composting for Rural India
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Objectives:
To promote composting as a decentralized solution for rural waste management.
To equip communities with practical knowledge of low-cost composting methods.
To reduce pollution caused by dumping and burning of organic waste.
To enhance soil fertility and farming outcomes through the use of compost.