Zero Waste Andolan
A people’s movement led by youth, artisans, and waste workers.
Born in the Eastern Himalayas, we believe in decentralized waste management that honors both our mountains and our communities. Through grassroots action, we’re transforming how waste is perceived from burden to resource, from shame to pride.
Our movement empowers local waste workers, trains youth leaders, and creates sustainable solutions that work for mountain communities. Every ton diverted, every home made zero waste, every tree planted is a step toward a cleaner, more equitable future.
Join us to create a win-win ecological ecosystem
If it exists, we can make it Zero Waste—home, business, village, or beyond. Ready to start your journey?
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Tonnes of
Waste Diverted
Champions Trained in
zero waste principles
Climate Action Leaders Empowered in Green Skills
Units Processing waste
through TIEEDI MRF
Our Project Verticals
Three strategic pillars driving sustainable change across the Eastern Himalayas, each with targeted projects creating measurable impact.
Support a Waste Worker Today
Your contribution directly empowers the heroes who keep our mountains clean. Every donation helps provide fair wages, safety equipment, and dignity to waste workers across the Eastern Himalayas.
Our Partners
We believe that solving the Himalayan waste crisis isn’t a solo act, it’s a collective movement. Our partners are more than supporters; they are co-dreamers, co-creators, and co-travellers in our journey toward regeneration.
From grassroots communities and local governance bodies to eco-conscious businesses and global nonprofits, each partner brings their own wisdom, strength, and vision.
Together, we build systems that are not only sustainable but rooted deeply in place, people, and purpose
Business
CSR Partners
Government
Regional
Utsow Pradhan
“The mountains taught me that everything is connected. When we heal the soil, we heal the water. When we heal the water, we heal ourselves. The Zero Waste Andolan is simply following nature’s wisdom.”
— Utsow Pradhan
Founder, Zero Waste Andolan
Media Coverage
Our story is being told around the world. See how global media is highlighting
our community-driven approach to environmental action.