Waste Management for Clean Air: Reducing Pollution and Promoting a Clean Environment

Abstract

Poor waste management is a significant contributor to air pollution. Open burning, illegal dumping, landfill emissions and other waste-related practices release harmful pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change, respiratory illnesses and environmental degradation. This webinar will explore how sustainable waste management can provide a practical pathway towards cleaner air, climate resilience and healthier communities. The objectives of this webinar were to: To highlight the direct and indirect connection between waste management practices and air pollution. • To demonstrate a range of policy instruments, technological innovations, and community-driven solutions aimed at reducing air emissions from the waste sector. • To discuss the opportunities presented by circular economy approaches for improving both air quality and climate outcomes.