10th June 2025 (10 Topics)

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India’s First E-Waste Eco Park

Context

The Delhi government is setting up India’s first e-waste Eco Park in Holambi Kalan to scientifically manage and recycle electronic waste. Spanning 11.4 acres, the park aims to process 25% of Delhi’s e-waste, promote circular economy practices, and create green jobs.

Delhi E-Waste Eco Park:

Location: Holambi Kalan, Delhi
Area:4 acres
Annual Capacity: 51,000 metric tonnes of e-waste
Categories Covered: All 106 notified under E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022
Project Model: DBFOT (Design, Build, Finance, Operate, Transfer) under Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
Timeline: 18 months for completion
Concession Period: 15 years

Policy & Governance Framework

Guided by: E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022
Managed by: Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC)
Technological Partners: To be selected via global RFQ-cum-RFP
Objective: Circular economy promotion, formalisation of informal sector, resource recovery

Environmental and Socio-Economic Impact

India’s Global Rank: 3rd largest e-waste producer (1.6 million MT annually)
Delhi's Share: ~9.5% of India’s e-waste
Recycled E-waste (Global Average): 17.4%
Park's Role: Model facility to inspire replication, empower informal recyclers, generate green jobs, and improve environmental health

E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

Producers are mandated to meet annual recycling targets through registered recyclers only.
EPR certificates are issued to ensure accountability and compliance.

Product Coverage Expanded

Scope expanded from 21 to 106 categories of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE).
Applicable from FY 2023–24 onwards.

Role of Bulk Consumers

Public institutions, offices, and large consumers must dispose of e-waste only through registered refurbishers or recyclers.

Authorized Stakeholders

Only registered recyclers and refurbishers are allowed to manage collection, dismantling, refurbishing, and recycling.

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India’s First E-Waste Eco Park

Delhi E-Waste Eco Park:

Policy & Governance Framework

Environmental and Socio-Economic Impact

E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022