An individual or organized group engaged in the collection, segregation, and recovery of recyclable and reusable materials from households, commercial establishments, and public spaces. They play a critical role in promoting source segregation, reducing waste sent to disposal sites, and supporting recycling value chains at the community level.
MRF Facility (Material Recovery Facility)
A specialized waste management facility where mixed or source-separated solid waste is received, sorted, processed, and separated into different material streams such as plastics, paper, glass, and metals. The recovered materials are then prepared for recycling, reuse, or further processing, thereby reducing the volume of waste sent to landfills.
Resource Bank Centre (Waste Dropping Points)
A designated facility where segregated recyclable materials are collected, stored, and transferred to recycling markets. It links waste generators, collectors, and recyclers, while enabling individuals to earn income by depositing properly sorted waste, promoting resource recovery and a circular economy.