The solid waste collected by the BMA is almost 50% organic, which could be diverted to produce compost, biogas or animal feed. Another 20% of the collected waste is non-recycled plastic -- that could either be avoided, by reducing unnecessary plastic consumption or recycled. Some informal waste workers work at landfill sites, sorting through the dumped rubbish for items of value. However, it is possible to integrate informal waste workers into formal waste management systems, for more effective outcomes. In Pune, India, informal waste workers have formed a cooperative, and are contracted by the municipality to provide waste services.

Source: Bangkok Post May 05, 2019 23:15 UTC