Andhra Pradesh's Green Leap: Turning Waste into Resources

The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a major initiative to eliminate legacy waste and enhance wastewater management across the state.

By October 2, 2025, the government aims to clear 85.90 lakh tonnes of legacy waste, with an additional 30 lakh tonnes targeted for removal by December. According to Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar, the reclaimed land will be put to productive use. Materials such as compost and refuse-derived fuel (RDF) will be diverted to cement plants to support sustainable processing.

Waste-to-energy facilities are already operational in Visakhapatnam and Guntur. New plants are planned in Nellore, Rajahmundry, Kurnool, Kadapa, Vijayawada, and Tirupati—six of which are expected to be commissioned by 2027.

In parallel, the state is progressing on wastewater treatment by acquiring 199 acres for the development of 142 sewage treatment plants (STPs). These efforts aim to promote water reuse and environmental sustainability.

Through this integrated approach, Andhra Pradesh is working toward a circular economy model—maximizing resource efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and generating employment opportunities across sectors.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.