Kathmandu Metropolitan City seeks scientific and technological solutions for managing biodegradable waste

 Kathmandu Metropolitan City seeks scientific and technological solutions for managing biodegradable waste

Kathmandu Metropolitan City has sought suggestions from concerned individuals, organizations and companies to recommend appropriate methods for the scientific and technological management of biodegradable waste generated within its area. The Metropolitan City's Department of Environmental Management issued a notice on Sunday, calling for submission of such suggestions within 15 days.

Through the annual policy and program for the fiscal year 082/083, the Metropolitan City has set the goal of waste classification at source, waste to energy and zero waste city. In line with this goal, the Metropolitan City aims to use biodegradable waste as a resource to protect the environment, reduce the burden of waste disposed of in landfill sites and contribute to a circular economy.

According to the Metropolitan City, the recommended method should be technological, odorless, environment-friendly and should also take into account social development and the standards approved by the Government of Nepal. Arrangements have been made for individuals, organizations and companies interested in managing the waste to submit a proposal with technical and commercial feasibility to the Department of Environmental Management under the Office of the Municipal Executive of Kathmandu Metropolitan City in hard copy or send it via email to [email protected].

Based on the suggestions and recommendations received in this way, the Metropolitan City has stated that it will manage the waste in the coming days by selecting appropriate methods and processes.