WASTE PICKERS
Ouroboros (WM) Mapping the Landscape of Waste Pickers in Pakistan 2024
The study provides valuable insights into the complex landscape of waste picking in Pakistan, offering a nuanced understanding of the associated challenges, opportunities, and organizational strategies. Recognizing the limitations and unique characteristics of waste picking in the country is essential for informing sustainable waste management policies and circular economy strategies. Maximizing the contribution of waste pickers to the circular economy hinges on aligning these strategies with the practical realities uncovered in the research. Acknowledging and incorporating the informal sector, as well as promoting inclusivity in action planning initiatives, government policy, and legislation, are crucial steps towards establishing and advancing circular supply chains.
