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probable gaps in waste related infrastructure. Based on the limited data available, the infrastructural
gaps have been assessed for decentralized treatment and bin capacities.
The extent of decentralized treatment depends primarily on the waste characteristics as well as the
extent of segregation. The amount of waste that can be treated effectively using decentralized options
depends on wet or compostable waste and the extent of segregation. In the context of Pune,
composting and bio-methanation plants are the two primary technologies for decentralized
treatment. The comparative analysis of the segregated wet waste and actual decentralized treatment
plant capacities is shown in Figure 3.31. This Figure shows the actual present decentralized
treatment capacities in each ward and compares it to the projected quantum of segregated wet waste.
The difference in the quantum of wet segregated waste generated for each scenario and the present
decentralized treatment capacities represent the gap.
Figure 3.31: Infrastructural Gaps: Decentralized Treatment Options
Although initiatives have been taken with respect to decentralized treatment options in all the wards,
there is still a huge potential for extensive application of these technologies. Further, if the extent of
segregation increases, the quantum of segregated wet waste will increase and hence increased
potential for decentralized waste treatment.
The quantum of waste reaching the bins is related to the extent of segregation, the level of recycling
carried out and the house-to house collection system in the area. For the present gap analysis the
quantum of waste reaching the bins by varying the various influencing parameters is provided in
Figure 3.32. This Figure shows the existing bin capacities in each ward and compare it against the
quantity of waste reaching the bins in case of the three probable scenarios. The difference between
the projected waste and the present bin capacity represent the infrastructural gaps with respect to
bins.
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