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Community-centric Enterprise Approach to Waste Management

Climate. Cities. Livelihoods.

Community-Centric Enterprise Approach to Waste Management and Piloting the Circular Economy in Sahiwal, Pakistan.

From Pilot to Proof

A Phased Model For Lasting Impact.

Phase 1: Community Mobilization

Feb – June 2025

Engaged 1,000–1,500 households, built awareness, and formed Mohalla groups for local ownership.

Phase 2: Enterprise Development

Feb – Oct 2025

Mapped waste systems, trained 50+ workers, and organized informal pickers into emerging businesses.

Phase 3: Systems & Technology

May – Oct 2025

Introduced waste tracking, strengthened municipal linkages, and enabled access to financing.

Phase 4: Research & Scale

Feb – Nov 2025

Generated evidence, developed policy briefs, and positioned the model for replication.

Measurable Impact

Development Changes.

0.5–1.5 kg

waste generated per household per day.

98%

of collected waste is recyclable (plastics, paper, glass, metals).

82%

households already segregate waste.

84%

willing to attend trainings.

3–5

waste entrepreneurs identified and mobilized.

1,000–1,500

households actively engaged.

30–40%

reduction in mixed waste.

1–2

registered enterprises established.

50+

workers trained in waste management and business skills.

Beyond the Pilot

Climate Solutions That Create Economies.

This project proves that climate action in cities can do more than reduce waste, it can generate income, formalize informal systems, and build sustainable local economies.
Designed for low-income urban contexts, the model is practical, scalable, and ready for replication across Pakistan.

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