Creating cleaner cities: sustainable strategies for urban waste management

Spence, E. & Harman, O.ORCID logo (30 October 2025) Creating cleaner cities: sustainable strategies for urban waste management. International Growth Centre Blog.
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Rapid urbanisation and increased waste generation pose a challenge for solid waste management systems worldwide. As cities grow, municipalities must invest in sustainable, cost-effective waste management solutions, adapted to local contexts, to divert waste away from landfills, encourage compliance, and engage non-governmental actors in building cleaner, healthier, and more resilient urban environments.

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