Solid Waste Management Challenges

Solid Waste Disposal: A Global Problem

• Solid waste disposal is a significant global issue, causing harm to the ecosystem and human health due to increasing human activity.

Illegal Dumping and Urbanization

• Illegal dumping of urban waste in unacceptable locations is a major contributor to the problem, as seen in studies by Ahmad et al. (2011).
• The rapid growth of urban populations in developing countries has made solid waste management a critical issue.

Municipal Solid Waste Management

• Municipal solid waste management is a significant challenge in urban cities, due to the large quantities of solid waste generated.
• Cities face serious pollution problems due to the inadequate handling of municipal solid waste.

Global Challenges

• The management of municipal solid waste has become a critical challenge for cities worldwide, particularly in developing countries.
• Developing countries often lack the necessary infrastructure and resources to handle the increasing volume of waste.

Case Study: Bishoftu, Ethiopia

• The town of Bishoftu in East Shewa, Ethiopia, is a prime example of the struggles with solid waste disposal.
• Improper solid waste disposal in Bishoftu has led to significant environmental and public health issues.