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MBMC aims for Climate-Resilient Future

ira Bhayandar Municipal and regional contributions. It power, efficient appliances, and
Corporation (MBMC) and directly addresses the city’s rapid water conservation measures.
the Aga Khan Agency for urban growth and its effects AKAH is also retrofitting schools
Habitat (AKAH) have on temperature, flooding, and to achieve better energy and
Mlaunched a Climate Action essential services. water performance. Additionally,
Plan targeting net-zero emissions
by 2047. This plan focuses on a A key component is a special scalable cooling solutions
36% emissions reduction through model for housing societies are being tested in informal
renewable energy, building designed to boost energy settlements to mitigate heat
efficiency, and improved waste efficiency by over 60%. This stress, a crucial factor in densely
management, alongside national model incorporates rooftop solar populated areas.

From left to right: Prerana Langa (CEO, Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, India), Bipin Shrimali (Managing Director, MAHAPREIT,
Govt. of Maharashtra), Praveen Pardeshi (IAS, CEO, Maharashtra Institution for Transformation - MITRA), Sanjay Shripatrao Katkar
(IAS, Municipal Commissioner, MBMC) and Vijay Kalam Patil, (Director of Operations, MAHAPREIT)

Goa online training course in Survey Norovirus Risk from

e-waste management Improper Handwashing
Topen courseware” to train stakeholders A
he Goa Waste Management
recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention underscores the significant risks of norovirus
Corporation Board has approved the
transmission due to improper handwashing practices.
E-Waste Policy 2024 and announced
the development of a “massive online
Norovirus, known for causing stomach-related illnesses, is
highly contagious and can spread through contaminated food,
across Goa and India in waste management water, and surfaces. The survey highlights that many people do
practices. not wash their hands for the recommended 20 seconds, leaving a
A notable achievement was the revenue window for the virus to spread, especially in high-risk environments
of Rs38,56,515 earned through the auction such as schools, healthcare facilities, and foodservice areas.
of vehicles and metal waste, showcasing Experts emphasize the importance of proper hand hygiene,
GWMC’s efficiency as a nodal agency. advising the use of soap and water over hand sanitizers for effective
An approval was granted for allocating prevention. Disinfecting surfaces and ensuring safe food handling
land to GAIL for establishing a 150-tonne- practices are also essential in minimizing the virus’s spread.
per-day wet waste processing plant, further As the risk of norovirus outbreaks continues to pose a threat,
enhancing the state’s waste management adherence to stringent handwashing and hygiene protocols remains
infrastructure. a crucial step in safeguarding public health.
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