Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Waste Management in Global South
We invites original book chapter proposals for the upcoming edited volume “Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Waste Management in Global South” to be published with Springer Nature. This edited book aims to provide a multidisciplinary platform for researchers, academicians, planners, environmentalists, engineers, policymakers, and practitioners working on sustainable waste management, circular economy, urban resilience, environmental governance, and climate-responsive development.
The volume focuses on innovative, technology-driven, policy-oriented, and community-centered approaches to waste management practices in developing and emerging economies. Contributions are expected to address contemporary challenges and practical solutions related to solid waste, wastewater, hazardous waste, circular economy systems, waste-to-energy technologies, sustainable urban planning, environmental health, and resource recovery systems within the Global South context.
Editors have previously contributed to internationally recognized scholarly publications indexed and hosted by Springer Nature, including:
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About the Edited Book
Rapid urbanization, population growth, industrial expansion, and changing consumption patterns have intensified waste generation across cities and regions of the Global South. Many developing countries continue to face significant challenges related to waste collection, segregation, recycling, landfill management, wastewater treatment, and environmental pollution. At the same time, emerging technologies, circular economy models, decentralized systems, and community-led initiatives are creating new opportunities for sustainable transformation.
This edited book seeks to critically examine these challenges while presenting innovative approaches, policy frameworks, technological interventions, governance mechanisms, and practical case studies that contribute toward sustainable waste management and environmental resilience.
The book particularly encourages chapters emphasizing:
Circular economy transitions
Smart and digital waste management systems
Waste-to-resource innovations
Climate-responsive waste management
Urban sustainability and resilience
Community participation and behavioral change
Governance and policy integration
Environmental justice and public health
Nature-based and ecosystem-oriented solutions
Sustainable infrastructure and urban planning approaches
Part I: Waste Management and Sustainability
Waste Management and the Waste–Water–Air Pollution Nexus in Urban Areas of the Global South
Principles and Practices of Circular Economy in Waste Management
Governance Challenges and Policy-Practice Gaps in Sustainable Waste Management
Climate Change, Sustainability, and Waste-to-Resource Transitions
Part II: Technological Innovations and Waste-to-Resource Systems
Smart Technologies and Digital Solutions in Waste Management
Waste-to-Energy and Biogas Production Systems
Biomedical and Hazardous Waste Management Innovations
Wastewater Treatment and Water Reuse Strategies
Integrated Aquaculture and Waste-fed Systems
Part III: Governance, Community Participation, and Circular Economy
Green Entrepreneurship and Circular Plastic Waste Management
Community Participation and Behavioral Change Approaches
Integrated Waste Management Systems and Best Practices
Part IV: Urban Case Studies and Applied Approaches
Sustainable Urban Wastewater Management
Municipal Solid Waste Challenges in Developing Cities
Urban Landscape Planning and Waste-to-Resource Approaches
The edited volume welcomes contributions from:
Researchers and academicians
PhD scholars and postgraduate students
Urban planners and architects
Environmental scientists and engineers
Government officials and policymakers
NGOs and sustainability practitioners
Industry professionals and consultants
Interdisciplinary and collaborative contributions are highly encouraged.
Authors are invited to submit:
Original research chapters
Review chapters
Policy-oriented studies
Analytical and conceptual papers
Empirical case studies
Applied and practice-based research
Chapter Requirements
Chapters should be original and unpublished.
Similarity index should preferably remain below 12%.
AI-generated content should remain below acceptable academic thresholds.
Referencing style and formatting guidelines will be shared after abstract acceptance.
Chapters should demonstrate academic rigor, methodological clarity, and practical relevance.
Abstract Submission Deadline: 25 May 2026
Full Chapter Submission: 30 July 2026
Expected Publication: November 2026
Dr. Kavita Dehalwar
SN Sharma
Publication with an internationally recognized academic publisher
Interdisciplinary scholarly visibility
Rigorous editorial and review process
Focus on sustainable development and Global South perspectives
Opportunity to contribute toward SDG-oriented research dissemination
Constructive peer-review feedback and academic networking opportunities
No publication fee.
Springer Nature is recognized globally for academic and scientific publishing across diverse disciplines.
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We warmly invite scholars, professionals, and practitioners to contribute toward this important academic initiative addressing sustainable waste management challenges and innovative solutions for the Global South.
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