Waste Management

Biomining of legacy waste

Bio-mining “is the scientific process of excavation, treatment, segregation and gainful utilisation of aged municipal solid waste lying in dumpsites typically referred to as legacy waste.”
The waste materials collected and kept for years on any barren land or dedicated Landfill is called legacy waste. The prominent cities of India are failing in legacy waste management as these dumpsites have exceeded their capacity. Official reports ascertain that India loses over 1,250 hectares of useful land every year to dispose of municipal solid waste and more than 10,000 hectares of usable urban land is locked up under 3,159 legacy waste dumpsites in the country.
When it comes to how to deal with this severe issue, the role of Biomining comes. This method includes Bioleaching, Bio-oxidation, Dump leaching, and Agitated leaching. It comprises 4 steps: excavation of legacy waste, stabilising the waste using bioremediation, segregation of excavated waste and then sustainable management and its safe disposal. Environmental risks involved in biomining are, the risk of leakage and treatment of the acidic, metal-rich solution created by the microbes. It can only be managed if done in controlled conditions, following the protocols
Here the expertise and experience of Mck Kutty-team comes into play whereby safe and environment friendly biomining is ensured.

Collection and Transportation of waste

At Mck Kutty, we specialize in the art of turning post-consumer waste into innovative and sustainable solutions. Our expertise in waste management allows us to efficiently collect, sort, and process post-consumer waste materials. Through advanced recycling technologies and responsible disposal methods, we minimize environmental impact while maximizing resource recovery. Join us in reshaping the future by embracing sustainable post-consumer waste management practices.

Post consumer waste management

At Mck Kutty, we specialize in the art of turning post-consumer waste into innovative and sustainable solutions. Our expertise in waste management allows us to efficiently collect, sort, and process post-consumer waste materials. Through advanced recycling technologies and responsible disposal methods, we minimize environmental impact while maximizing resource recovery. Join us in reshaping the future by embracing sustainable post-consumer waste management practices.

Construction and demolition waste

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is generated from construction, renovation, repair, and demolition of houses, large building structures, roads, bridges, piers, and dams. C&D waste is made up of wood, steel, concrete, gypsum, masonry, plaster, metal, and asphalt. Recycling C&D waste has huge potential to create a separate sustainable market for the construction industry.

E-Waste

Electronic waste (or E-waste) describes discarded electrical or electronic devices. Used electronics which are destined for refurbishment, reuse, resale, salvage recycling through material recovery, or disposal are also considered e-waste. It is observed that, approximately 15 to 20% of the e-waste generated in past years were collected and recycled. This means that e-waste consisting gold, silver, copper, platinum and other high-value, recoverable materials worth billions was mostly dumped or burned rather than being collected for treatment and reuse.
Various study indicates that above 70% of the country’s e-waste is recycled in the informal sector. Informal processing of e-waste can lead to adverse human health effects and environmental pollution. Formal recycling capacity remains underutilised, and Mck Kutty has intend to focus in this sector to reduce the gap as far as possible. In this regard, Mck Kutty has scheduled to setup scientific and efficient E-Waste recycling units whereby the valuable parts of your e-waste are extracted for potential second uses, and harmful materials are scientifically separated before stipulated disposal.

Biomedical waste

E-waste is any electrical or electronic equipment that’s been discarded. This includes working and broken items that are thrown in the garbage. Often, if the item goes unsold in the store or the used ones from the household it will be thrown away after use. E-waste is particularly dangerous due to toxic chemicals that naturally leach from the metals inside when buried.

Sanitary Waste & Household Bio-Medical Waste.

Sanitary Waste & Household Bio-Medical Waste include expired medicines, used adult/baby diapers, soiled sanitary napkins, injected needles, bloodstained cotton, used buds, used condoms, urine bags, spilt mercury, used band-aid, used X-ray films, pregnancy and blood sugar test strips and discarded insulin pens to name a few. The overall importance of safe-handling and proper disposal of this type of waste is based on the safe management of waste material potentially hazardous to health and environment. Wastes like these require sophisticated chemical processing plants, incinerators and disassembly centres for proper disposal. Unfortunately, conventional waste management infrastructure in developing countries is not efficient enough to handle or treat household biomedical waste. The methodological treatment of this type of waste, neutralizes it from any harmful properties and restricts the spread of infectious diseases. Eco-friendly disposal methodologies will ensure a safer as well as greener habitat and in Mck Kutty we are structuring a functional way to address this issue effectively.

Introducing Underground Waste Bins: A Revolution in Waste Management

Underground waste bins, also known as subterranean or semi-buried bins, are a rising trend in waste management. These innovative bins offer a plethora of advantages over their traditional, above-ground counterparts, making them a valuable asset for any city or community.

• • Increased Capacity: Alternative for overflowing bins and unsightly litter, the underground bins boast significantly larger capacities, often holding several times the amount of waste compared to traditional bins.
• • Improved Hygiene and Aesthetics: No unpleasant odours and overflowing waste! Underground bins keep waste contained below ground, enhancing the overall look of any environment.
• • Reduced Environmental Impact: The larger capacity of underground bins leads to fewer collection trips, resulting in lower fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
• • Enhanced Safety: Underground bins are less susceptible to vandalism and animal scavenging compared to their above-ground counterparts.
• • Space Optimization: Underground bins, reclaim the space for people and other purposes, creating a more pedestrian-friendly environment.

How Do Underground Waste Bins Work?

The bin itself is housed in a sturdy metal or concrete container buried underground. Waste is deposited through a smaller opening at the surface level, often equipped with a pedal or sensor mechanism for ease of use. The waste then falls into the larger container below, where it is stored until collection. Collecting waste from underground bins is a streamlined process. Special trucks equipped with lifting mechanisms raise the container to the surface, where the waste is emptied into the truck's hopper. The container is then lowered back underground, ready to receive more waste.

In conclusion, underground waste bins offer a promising solution to the challenges of waste management. With their increased capacity, improved hygiene, and reduced environmental impact, these innovative bins are sure to play a key role in creating cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable communities.