• Baghdad-Karbala Road, Karbala, Iraq
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  • Inorganic Waste Treatment
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Inorganic Waste Treatment

UOWA systematically collects, treats, and recycles inorganic waste, integrating campus-wide segregation, collection, and processing with the Directorate of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine and Karbala Municipality.

Current Practices & Impact (2025):

·        Total inorganic waste: 580 tons

·        Treated: 493 tons (~85 % treatment rate)

·        Breakdown of Inorganic Waste Treated:

o   Paper: 338 tons

o   Soft plastics: 25 tons

o   Hard plastics: 21 tons

o   Glass & metals: 109 tons

Key Initiatives:

·        Source segregation using colour-coded bins across campus

·        Digitalisation reduces paper generation

·        Reusable water bottles and ceramic mugs replace single-use plastics

·        Circular economy approach prevents landfill overflow

Future Plans:

·        E-waste collection and recycling streams

·        Expanded student-led recycling campaigns to reach 90% treatment by 2027

Impact:

·        8% reduction in paper and plastic usage

·        Reinforces SDG 12 and supports overall sustainability culture

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