Environmental and health implications of improper waste management in urban areas

Mobosi, Kelvin Achi (2025) Environmental and health implications of improper waste management in urban areas. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 25 (3). pp. 757-760. ISSN 2581-9615

The accelerated population growth around the world has given rise to something ‘disturbing’ in the urban dwellers. While astounding cities promise employment and opportunities, they do not seem to be able to keep up with the magnifying concern of waste management. This research looks at the implications of poor waste management on the demography as well as on the environment’s state and public health. Investigating the relationship between waste management and the corporation’s various QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) policies provides an insight into reasonable and just answers to disposal scenarios. It has been determined that the careless act of waste needs proper management; otherwise, it does not remain a nuisance; it destroys the overall quality of air, water sources as well as the health of the most defenseless groups. This paper calls out for urgent measures and actions and aims to foster discussion and change around approaching the future of waste management and sustainability in a meaningful way that serves all of humanity and our planet.