Hangzhou (TDI): The capital of China’s Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, has been recognized as one of the “20 Cities Towards Zero Waste” by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste, highlighting the city’s commitment to sustainable waste management.

The Advisory Board praised Hangzhou for its strong dedication to zero-waste initiatives and its innovative approach to inclusive, environmentally friendly solutions, Xinhua reported.

With an annual economic output exceeding 2 trillion yuan (around $285 billion) and a population of over 12.6 million, Hangzhou has implemented comprehensive measures for solid waste management and resource utilization.

Between 2021 and 2024, the city achieved a steady decline in municipal waste generation, with daily per capita waste dropping from 1.06 kg to 0.99 kg.

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