What’s in the bin? Cities' waste data can guide smarter decisions
Harman, O.
& Delbridge, V.
(8 October 2025)
What’s in the bin? Cities' waste data can guide smarter decisions.
International Growth Centre Blog.
& Delbridge, V.
(8 October 2025)
What’s in the bin? Cities' waste data can guide smarter decisions.
International Growth Centre Blog.
Across cities in Africa and Asia, waste management absorbs a huge share of municipal budgets but remains poorly understood. Insights from a forthcoming Cities that Work synthesis paper highlight how understanding the composition of waste can help city leaders select appropriate technologies, support informal recyclers, and design effective waste management policies for sustainable urban growth.