In our rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. Solid Waste Management in the World's Cities provides a fresh perspective and new data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.Using the framework of Integrated Sustainable Waste Management (ISWM), the report brings together unprecedented research from 22 cities across six continents. It uncovers the rich diversity of waste management systems that are in place throughout the world, and draws out the practical lessons for policymakers. The volume will be essential re
1. Executive summary / Bharati Chaturvedi -- 2. Introduction and key concepts -- 3. Profiling the reference cities -- 4. The three key integrated sustainable waste management system elements in the reference cities -- 5. Integrated sustainable waste management governance features in the reference cities -- 6. Reflections and recommendations.
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