A new waste disposal technology has been developed by Mumbai-based Excel Industries Ltd, an agricultural and industrial chemicals company. The company'scost-effective strategy involves waste treatment at points of generation, controlled aerobic composting and mechanical screening of digested compost. (Celrich substrate DF-BF-O1', the biological innoculum the company sprayed on solid waste at the collection point, is a non-toxic ecofriendly mixture of biological enzymes and herbal extracts. Moreover, the end product - organic manure - was very much acceptable to farmers too.
We are a voice to you; you have been a support to us. Together we build journalism that is independent, credible and fearless. You can further help us by making a donation. This will mean a lot for our ability to bring you news, perspectives and analysis from the ground so that we can make change together.
.png)
Comments are moderated and will be published only after the site moderator’s approval. Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name. Selected comments may also be used in the ‘Letters’ section of the Down To Earth print edition.