Antony Waste Executes Comprehensive Waste Management Program at Women’s Cricket World Cup

Tuesday, November 4, 2025: Integrated Municipal Solid Waste management company Antony Waste Handling Cell Ltd. (AWHCL) has announced the successful execution of a comprehensive, end-to-end waste management program for the prestigious Women’s Cricket World Cup held at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The initiative ensured a clean, sustainable, and efficient waste recovery process — setting a new benchmark for environmentally responsible sporting events in India.

Across five match days, Antony Waste deployed 21 operational teams and five specialized task units, supported by seven collection vehicles and 78 designated waste collection points across the venue. The initiative involved over 150 personnel, resulting in the collection and processing of approximately 63 metric tonnes of single-use plastic and mixed solid waste over the course of the tournament ensuring effective segregation, recycling, and safe disposal.

The operations covered every stage of waste management — from pre-match preparation and live-event collection to end-of-day processing and disposal. The program demonstrated Antony Waste’s operational capability in managing large-format events while maintaining compliance with sustainability standards.

Setting a Global Example

The Women’s Cricket World Cup saw record fan turnout, reaffirming the importance of sustainable event operations. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), global sporting events generate an estimated 350,000 tonnes of waste annually, with stadiums producing up to 750 kg of waste per match during large tournaments.

Major international examples include:

• Tokyo 2020 Olympics: 65% of waste was recycled or reused
• Paris 2024 Games: aims to become the first zero-waste Olympic Games
• FIFA World Cup 2022 (Qatar): over 50% of total waste recycled

In this context, Antony Waste’s initiative highlights India’s growing leadership in sustainable sports infrastructure and urban waste management

India generates nearly 160,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily, of which only 70 per cent is collected and less than 30 per cent scientifically processed. Companies like AWHCL are bridging this gap through scalable, technology-driven waste solutions and partnerships with municipalities and event organizers.

Jose Jacob Kallarakal, Managing Director, Antony Waste Handling Cell Ltd, said, “We are pleased to have contributed to the smooth conduct of the Women’s World Championships by managing waste operations at DY Patil Stadium. This initiative reflects our focus on structured, data-driven waste management solutions and reinforces our ability to deliver sustainable outcomes for major public events.”