Challenges and Sustainable Solution for Furniture Waste Management in Selected Higher Educational Institutions of Vadodara City

Author(s)	Suraksha Narang, Urvashi Mishra
Country	India
Abstract	In recent years, solid waste management has gained significant attention as a global issue, with particular focus on waste streams like plastic, glass, and others, being addressed by governments, researchers, and experts. However, furniture waste management is still in its early stages. Specifically, in higher educational institutions, this issue remains a significant challenge for various reasons. This study highlights the key challenges faced by selected higher educational institutions in Vadodara City regarding furniture waste management. The descriptive analysis reveals that a lack of policies and awareness significantly impacts the effectiveness of waste management efforts. Additionally, the study offers practical solutions for managing furniture waste sustainably, with up-cycling being highlighted as a successful approach to address the issue.
Keywords	Furniture Waste, Up-cycling, Educational Institutions
Field	Sociology > Home Science
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On	2025-03-03
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.38057
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g86wpn

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