Thiruvananthapuram Adopts Copenhagen Waste Model Under CITIIS 2.0
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Thiruvananthapuram Adopts Copenhagen Waste Model Under CITIIS 2.0

Thiruvananthapuram’s CITIIS 2.0 (City Investments To Innovate, Integrate and Sustain) programme is set to launch, promoting climate-focused reforms and circular economy-based waste management. The Smart City Thiruvananthapuram Ltd (SCTL) and the City Corporation are finalising a Detailed Project Report (DPR) aimed at generating Rs 3.1 million per month by converting waste into revenue-generating resources. Inspired by Copenhagen’s circular economy model, the project seeks to achieve zero-garbage status through 100% scientific waste handling, with plans to adapt and replicate key aspects of the Danish approach. (newindianexpress)

Thiruvananthapuram’s CITIIS 2.0 (City Investments To Innovate, Integrate and Sustain) programme is set to launch, promoting climate-focused reforms and circular economy-based waste management. The Smart City Thiruvananthapuram Ltd (SCTL) and the City Corporation are finalising a Detailed Project Report (DPR) aimed at generating Rs 3.1 million per month by converting waste into revenue-generating resources. Inspired by Copenhagen’s circular economy model, the project seeks to achieve zero-garbage status through 100% scientific waste handling, with plans to adapt and replicate key aspects of the Danish approach. (newindianexpress)

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