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    5.3.8. Solid Waste Management

                Solid  waste  management  plays  a  crucial  role  in  maintaining  environmental  sustainability  by  effectively  handling
                waste generated from households, businesses, industries, and public services. The process includes waste collection,
                segregation, transportation, processing, and disposal, ensuring minimal environmental impact. Proper management of
                solid waste helps in reducing pollution, conserving natural resources, and promoting recycling. The Government of India
                has categorised solid waste into 14 types, highlighting the need for specialised waste management strategies to handle
                different types of waste efficiently.
                Green jobs in solid waste management focus on sustainable waste handling practices, including e-waste recycling, waste
                reduction, waste auditing, and waste control. Professionals in this field work towards minimising landfill waste, improving
                recycling systems, and developing eco-friendly disposal methods. The demand for skilled workers in waste management
                is increasing as cities and industries look for sustainable solutions to manage waste effectively. By promoting proper
                waste management techniques, these green jobs contribute to environmental conservation and help build cleaner,
                healthier communities.

                5.3.9. Appropriate Technology

                Appropriate technology promotes small-scale, eco-friendly innovations that use locally available resources to meet
                community needs sustainably. Examples include bike-powered water pumps, solar lamps for streetlights, and biogas
                production  systems.  These  technologies  reduce  environmental  impact  while  improving  energy  efficiency,  water
                conservation, and food security. Green jobs in this field include roles in water treatment filtration, farm mechanisation,
                rainwater harvesting, sanitation, lighting, and refrigeration. As the demand for sustainable solutions grows, professionals
                in appropriate technology contribute to environmental conservation and economic development by creating cost-
                effective, energy-efficient alternatives for everyday needs.

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