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Waste Management Solutions for Urban Development Projects

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  Introduction: Urbanization is the defining characteristic of the modern age, with more than half of the world’s population now living in cities. This rapid urbanization brings with it many opportunities and challenges, among which proper sanitation emerges as a critical issue. As urban populations increase, so does the amount of pollutants generated, posing major infrastructure, environmental and environmental challenges for cities worldwide. In this context, the implementation of robust waste management practices in the context of urban development projects is paramount to ensuring sustainable, liveable cities. Challenges: Urban areas face unique waste management challenges because of their dense populations, uneven transportation systems, and limited waste disposal facilities. The pace of urbanization often outpaces the expansion of pollution management systems, resulting in overgrown landfills, informal dumping, and pollution of waterways. In addition, the proliferation of sin...