Industries and Academia Join Hands in Bhubaneswar to Transform Waste into Wealth
Corporate-Recyclers Conclave 2025 highlights circular economy, sustainable practices, and the integration of recyclers into mainstream industry
Bhubaneswar : The Corporate-Recyclers Conclave 2025 kicked off in Bhubaneswar uniting corporate leaders, recyclers, and academic institutions under one roof to accelerate India’s transition towards a circular economy. Organized by Manav Sansadhan Vikas Sansthan (MSVS), the conclave served as a platform to share best practices, promote sustainable industrial waste management, and strengthen collaboration between industries and academia.
The event opened with a welcome address by Prof. Ranjit Prasad, followed by introductory remarks from Dr. S. Ranganathan. A special souvenir dedicated to recycling and sustainability initiatives was also released on the occasion.
Guest of Honour Thota Krishna Rao, Managing Director of Re Sustainability Limited, underscored the urgent need to integrate the unorganized recycling sector into mainstream operations. He called for stronger adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) by manufacturers and stressed the role of advanced technologies in reducing the burden of industrial waste.
Dr. Arvind Bodhankar, Chief Sustainability Officer at AM/NS India, emphasized mindful consumption, saying that “sustainability is not only about recycling waste but also about reducing overconsumption.” He highlighted that achieving long-term growth requires industries and citizens alike to adopt responsible and eco-conscious lifestyles.
In the technical sessions, major corporates such as AM/NS India, NINL, Hindalco, Rungta, JSW BPSL, JSW Cement, Kalyani Steel, and NALCO presented their ongoing sustainability projects. From waste-to-energy conversion models to large-scale recycling programs, these companies showcased how industrial innovation can align with environmental responsibility.
Adding further strength to the conclave, academic institutions including IIT Bhubaneswar, NIT Jamshedpur, Guru Ghasidas University (Bilaspur), and Kolhan University shared their research and innovations. Their participation created a knowledge bridge, linking scientific research with practical industry applications. Experts stressed that such collaborations are crucial to drive scalable and impactful change.
The conclave’s theme revolved around the principle of “waste to wealth,” reflecting India’s broader ambition of turning industrial by-products into valuable resources while minimizing environmental damage. Organizers highlighted that the event was not just a dialogue forum but a collective movement aimed at building partnerships across stakeholders—corporates, recyclers, policymakers, and educational institutions.
By focusing on circular economy principles, the conclave sought to ensure long-term social, economic, and environmental benefits. Recycling leaders urged the government and private sector to work in synergy, particularly in enforcing regulations like EPR and ensuring that recyclers—especially those in the unorganized sector—receive adequate recognition, training, and financial support.
With India aiming to scale up its recycling capacity and reduce dependency on virgin resources, platforms like the Corporate-Recyclers Conclave 2025 are seen as key milestones in shaping the nation’s sustainability roadmap. The event concluded with a call for continued collaboration and a shared commitment to make recycling an integral part of both industrial strategy and everyday life.
