Greening the Construction Sector C&D waste management in the light of the new Rules and EPR Framework

Rapid urbanisation is driving a sharp increase in the generation of construction and demolition (C&D) waste, but sustainable management of this waste stream remains an uphill task. Systems of managing C&D waste are largely confined to a few major cities that have established mandates, policies and supporting infrastructure. 

The Environment (C&D) Waste Management Rules, 2025 are set to transform the sector,having introduced an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework and redefined stakeholder roles and responsibilities. The Rules increase accountability of both the generators and the urban local bodies, and make the use of recycled C&D products mandatory for large projects, pushing the sector towards greater resource circularity. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites applications for a short-term residential training course designed to demystify the 2025 Rules, and equip its trainees with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate compliance and develop effective C&D waste management ecosystems. The course would be particularly useful for officials of urban local bodies, pollution control boards and construction companies, as well as for architects, engineers, planners, researchers and anyone interested in sustainable built environment.

Course Content

• C&D Waste Management Rules, 2025 -- roles of stakeholders
• The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework: Mechanism and targets
• Waste estimation methodologies
• Preparation of waste management and utilisation plans
• Planning of infrastructure, including collection, transportation and processing systems
• Best practices -- practical strategies to enable circularity
• Impact assessment and self-declaration requirements for the construction sector
• Dust control practices and mitigation measures, including in linear projects
• C&D waste recycling technologies and recycled products
• Value chains and market linkages
• Identifying the next steps in response to emerging changes

COURSE COORDINATOR

Sugeet Grover
Programme Manager
Sustainable Habitat Programme, CSE
Email: sugeet.grover@cseindia.org
Mobile: 9818443366

COURSE DIRECTOR

<pRajneesh Sareen
Programme Director
Sustainable Habitat Programme, CSE
Email: rajneesh.sareen@cseindia.org