Role of Composting in Organic Waste Management
Organic waste forms a significant portion of total waste generated worldwide—up to 50-60% in Indian urban areas alone. This includes food waste, garden clippings, agricultural residues, and other biodegradable materials. Improper disposal of organic waste often leads to environmental pollution, foul odour, greenhouse gas emissions, and overburdened landfills. Composting, however, offers an eco-friendly, economical, and sustainable solution to this problem. What is Composting? Composting is a natural biological process that breaks down organic matter into a nutrient-rich material called compost….