Open AccessLeather Waste Management Scenario in Developed and Developing Nations
Author(s) -
K. Koppiahraj,
Bathrinath Sankaranarayanan,
S. Saravanasankar
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
international journal of engineering and advanced technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2249-8958
DOI - 10.35940/ijeat.a1056.1291s419
Subject(s) - developing country , solid waste management , business , municipal solid waste , waste management , outsourcing , hazardous waste , supply chain , environmental planning , engineering , environmental science , economic growth , economics , marketing
Solid waste management has been a serious issue of concern for both developing and developed nations as it stands out to be a potential threat in term of health hazards, environmental exploitation and economic burden. Hence, a properly well-designed eco-friendly solid waste management system is mandatory. Most of the developed countries had witnessed success in handling solid waste generated by households and industries by implementing closed-loop supply chain management (CLSCM) and majorly by outsourcing. But, solid waste management scenario in developing nations is entirely different and is not even in initial stage. This paper specially emphasize on leather industries solid waste management as leather industries around the world possess threat to mankind and environment. In this study, papers on leather solid waste management is selected and reviewed. Finally, a strategic comparison is made between the waste management techniques followed in developing and developed nation.