‘Wastewater contributes most to climate change, impacts GDP and health greatly’
All Indians MatterJanuary 04, 2022
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‘Wastewater contributes most to climate change, impacts GDP and health greatly’

Increasing demand and rapid urbanisation has resulted in an exponential rise in wastewater generation. Metros generate a staggering 220 litres per capita per day of it, and, 70% of urban wastewater flows untreated into rivers and seas. Pravinjith KP – who has more 29 years’ experience working on more than 350 projects across infrastructure, energy and the environment –is an expert on wastewater. He speaks to All Indians Matter.