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Eco India — The Environment Magazine

August 12, 2021

The world produces 2 billion tons of garbage every year. Almost half is disposed of unsustainably. Fed up with mismanaged waste, people in India are taking the fight against trash into their own hands.

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Eco India — The Environment Magazine

Dive into the heart of the Indian subcontinent with Eco India. DW brings you stories focusing on environmental protection, sustainable practices, and technological solutions.

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