Society & Culture
In this episode of Attitude Makeover, we explore one of India’s most pressing yet overlooked challenges: waste management. Our guest, Avin, MD of Clean Harbors, joins us to discuss the journey from "garbage to gold," revealing how India's waste crisis could actually be its biggest economic opportunity.
We dive into the startling mindset gap—why Indians who follow strict rules in Singapore or Japan often abandon that discipline at home. The sources highlight a grim reality: India generates approximately 60 to 65 million tons of waste annually, yet only 20% is scientifically processed, leading to landfills as tall as 17-story buildings and the alarming discovery of microplastics in mother’s milk.
However, the conversation shifts toward a vision of hope and profit. Avin discusses the circular economy and how waste can be converted into energy, fuel, and rare metals, creating a lucrative ecosystem for startups and private players. We also examine success stories from cities like Indore and Surat, which prove that with public pressure and administrative will, radical change is possible