Delhi leads the way with India’s first integrated e-waste eco park

The Delhi government is making a strong move toward a greener future with plans to set up India’s first integrated e-waste eco park in Holambi Kalan. The park aims to safely dispose of electronic waste, create green jobs, and cut down on pollution  putting Delhi at the forefront of sustainable waste management.

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The Delhi government is taking a big step forward in sustainable development by planning India’s first integrated e-waste eco park in Holambi Kalan, northwest Delhi. The park will be spread across 11.4 acres and is designed to handle up to 51,000 metric tonnes of e-waste each year.

The state-of-the-art park will be constructed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. It will be led by the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation and operate under a “Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer” arrangement for 15 years. The total cost of developing the park is expected to be about Rs 150 crore, with operational expenses adding up to around Rs 325 crore. The park is projected to generate more than Rs 350 crore in revenue.

The main aim of the park is to make Delhi a leader in e-waste management and green job opportunities. It will help in safely dismantling and recycling discarded electronic items. The park will also have a special market for selling refurbished products and components. It will serve as a training center to teach skills to workers from the informal sector, helping them find better employment opportunities.

India produces more than 1.6 million metric tonnes of e-waste each year, making it the world’s third-largest generator. Delhi alone produces nearly 9.5% of this total. The Eco Park is part of a larger plan to set up four such facilities across the country. The park is expected to be finished in 18 months and aims to process 25% of Delhi’s e-waste within the next 5 years. The project is expected to create green jobs, cut down on waste, and help Delhi move toward a more sustainable future.