GREENS SUMMIT
The GREENS Summit is a platform for changemakers, policymakers, environmental advocates, and educators to share research, insights, and experience—driving forward the national conversation on sustainability and environmental responsibility in a rapidly growing economy.
This summit aims to bring together visionaries across the recycling and waste management spectrum to promote a multi-industry, cross-sector approach to bridging existing gaps and co-creating innovative, future-ready solutions.
DELEGATE PROFILE
Delegates covering various topics from different areas, such as:
- Academia & Research Institutions
- Government & Public Sector
- Industry Leaders & Corporates
- Recyclers & Sectoral Experts
- Startups & Innovators
- International Organizations & Delegations
- Media, Creative, & Civil Society
SUMMIT TOPICS
Navigating the nexus between waste & recycling and climate change
Policy, Governance & Circular Economy Frameworks
- Building a national roadmap for circularity through integrated policies
- Decentralized governance models for local-level waste management
- Aligning India’s sustainability goals with global agreements (SDGs, COP, etc.)
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) & End-of-Life Product Management
- EPR compliance frameworks across sectors (plastics, e-waste, solar, tyres, etc.)
- Reverse logistics, take-back schemes, and producer collectives
- Innovations in end-of-life recovery, traceability, and material reuse
- Digital tools for monitoring, reporting, and blockchain-led accountability
Waste-to-Value: Unlocking Economic Potential
- Transforming waste into valuable secondary materials and new revenue streams
- Upcycling, co-processing, and waste-to-energy models
- Entrepreneurial and investment opportunities in the circular economy
Waste Management Infrastructure & Systems
- Designing and upgrading local and industrial waste systems
- Financing models for sustainable infrastructure (PPP, municipal bonds, etc.)
- Role of data, IoT, and digital platforms in smart waste management
Sector-Specific Recycling & Circularity Strategies
- Plastic: Multilayer recovery, chemical recycling, bio-based alternatives
- E-Waste: Urban mining, certified dismantling, informal sector integration
- Rubber & Tyres: Pyrolysis, reprocessing technologies, and policy incentives
- Textiles: Circular fashion, fibre recovery, water-free dyeing innovations
- Paper & Packaging: Compostable alternatives and fiber recovery systems
- Metal Recycling: Ferrous and non-ferrous recovery from industrial and e-waste
- Construction & Demolition (C&D): Material reuse, green concrete, onsite recovery
Water & Wastewater Management
- Municipal and industrial wastewater treatment innovations
- Circular water systems: reuse, zero-liquid discharge, and sludge valorization
- Infrastructure for STPs, ETPs, and decentralized solutions
Renewable Waste: Solar Panels, Batteries & Clean Energy Systems
- Recycling end-of-life solar PV modules and lithium-ion batteries
- Regulatory frameworks for clean tech EPR
- Recovery of critical materials and safe disposal methods
Livable Cities & Circular Urban Design
- Building circular ecosystems for cities and smart urban areas
- Sustainable public infrastructure and resource flow management
- Green construction materials and low-waste architecture
Technology, Innovation & Industry 4.0 in Waste
- AI, robotics, and automation for sorting, segregation, and recovery
- Waste analytics and predictive systems for planning and optimization
- Factories of the future: Designing zero-waste production ecosystems
Biomimicry in Materials, Design, and Systems
- Biomimicry in materials, design, and systems
- Soil regeneration, composting, and organic waste loops
- Community-led solutions rooted in indigenous and ecological wisdom
Global Case Studies & Technology Localization
- Showcasing successful international recycling and waste models
- Evaluating relevance and scalability for the Indian context
- Adapting policy, technology, and implementation strategies locally
Creative & Cultural Engagement with Waste
- Waste Artistry: Transforming discarded materials into public art and functional design
- Zero-Waste Events: How to build green gatherings, expos, and festivals
- Role of communication, storytelling, and community mobilization in changing mindsets
SPEAKERS
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SUMMIT SCHEDULE
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