Perception and Legal Standing of Waste to Energy Projects in Delhi

It can therefore be argued that the carbon credits being accrued to the controversial Okhla WTE power plant should more deservingly be transferred to the informal recycling sector. Implementation of policies to formalize this sector along with reinforcing waste segregation rules at the source will boost the recycling of waste, reduce the amount of plastics, metals and in-organics that get burnt, provide cheaper reusable raw materials and ultimately protect human health and the environment.