World Bank Group | What a Waste 2.0: A Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management to 2050
In an era of rapid urbanisation, data is the most powerful tool for cities aiming to become plastic-smart. What a Waste 2.0: A Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management to 2050 provides the essential metrics required to navigate this transition. Covering waste generation trends across 217 countries and territories, this World Bank report serves as […]
World Bank Group | What a Waste : A Global Review of Solid Waste Management
Before a city can implement a circular economy, it must first understand the scale of its waste. This foundational World Bank review, What a Waste: A Global Review of Solid Waste Management, provides the essential baseline for global waste data. As urbanisation and wealth increase across rapidly growing regions like the Philippines, India, and Indonesia, […]
World Bank Group | What a Waste 3.0: Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management Toward Circularity until 2050
As the global plastic crisis intensifies, understanding the trajectory of waste generation is essential for building resilient, plastic-smart urban centres. The World Bank’s latest publication, What a Waste 3.0: Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management Toward Circularity until 2050, provides a critical data-driven roadmap. This report offers a comprehensive look at current waste management practices […]
Derawan Pilots Island-based Waste Management with Plastic Smart Cities Framework
Inauguration of Derawan Island Waste Sorting House is set for Wednesday, 11 February 2026, in Derawan Island Village, Berau, East Kalimantan. Known for its stunning marine life, Derawan Village in East Kalimantan, Indonesia, has become a growing gateway for marine tourism. But as tourism expands, so do waste management challenges—especially for an island village located inside a Marine Protected Area. The island’s 80 non-residential buildings—including hotels and restaurants—generate an average […]