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Non-Applicability condition:
This criterion is not applicable to projects where organic waste generation is below 100 kg/day.
If the daily feed of organic waste is less than 100 kg, organic waste treatment technologies like bio-methanation based digesters
are not inancially feasible.
Methodology
First and foremost, try and anticipate the type and quantity of waste that is likely to be generated
from the building / campus. This can be done easily on the basis of the functions of the building or
its various spaces.
The quantity can be determined on the basis of per day generation and collection. If the generation
period is longer (per week) then the systems for resource recovery shall be sized accordingly. The
technology to be adopted for resource recovery shall also be determined by the quantum of waste
generated from the site.
Once the quality and quantity of waste is determined, identify designated areas on the site
where waste can be conveniently collected post segregation, in a hygienic and systematic manner.
Preferably, the waste recycling technology should be located in the same area. The area required for
different waste types and different technologies shall vary and this should be chosen before hand.
Adequate space should also be created for the storage of the recycled product, always ensuring
that the waste and recycled products do not mix.
In case of landscape premises, the manure and compost can be readily applied to the landscape
and the remainder can be sold to neighbouring colonies or to whoever may be in need of the same.
Guide to use GRIHA online evaluation tool
If this criterion is attempted in a project, click on the relevant box in the goals section and use the
online tool to upload the relevant documents.
Following are a few sample documents from GRIHA projects demonstrating compliance with
the criterion.
Non-Applicability condition:
This criterion is not applicable to projects where organic waste generation is below 100 kg/day.
If the daily feed of organic waste is less than 100 kg, organic waste treatment technologies like bio-methanation based digesters
are not inancially feasible.
Methodology
First and foremost, try and anticipate the type and quantity of waste that is likely to be generated
from the building / campus. This can be done easily on the basis of the functions of the building or
its various spaces.
The quantity can be determined on the basis of per day generation and collection. If the generation
period is longer (per week) then the systems for resource recovery shall be sized accordingly. The
technology to be adopted for resource recovery shall also be determined by the quantum of waste
generated from the site.
Once the quality and quantity of waste is determined, identify designated areas on the site
where waste can be conveniently collected post segregation, in a hygienic and systematic manner.
Preferably, the waste recycling technology should be located in the same area. The area required for
different waste types and different technologies shall vary and this should be chosen before hand.
Adequate space should also be created for the storage of the recycled product, always ensuring
that the waste and recycled products do not mix.
In case of landscape premises, the manure and compost can be readily applied to the landscape
and the remainder can be sold to neighbouring colonies or to whoever may be in need of the same.
Guide to use GRIHA online evaluation tool
If this criterion is attempted in a project, click on the relevant box in the goals section and use the
online tool to upload the relevant documents.
Following are a few sample documents from GRIHA projects demonstrating compliance with
the criterion.
