Turning Waste into Wealth: Abhishek Agashe’s Road to Sustainable Solutions

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TUFFstory

Amit Bhawani

21 episodes

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🎙️ Welcome to TUFFstory – where resilience meets inspiration! Hosted by Amit Bhawani, this podcast dives deep into the entrepreneurial journeys of trailblazers who turned challenges into stepping stones for success. Each episode unravels powerful stories of grit, innovation, and the relentless spirit that defines India’s most inspiring business leaders, visionaries, and changemakers. From startups to industry stalwarts, get exclusive insights, strategies, and life lessons that will spark your own ambitions. 🌟 Tune in every week to explore stories that are not just told but felt.

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Turning Waste into Wealth: Abhishek Agashe’s Road to Sustainable Solutions - Circular Economy Vision

TUFFstory

1 hour 59 minutes 47 seconds

9 months ago

Turning Waste into Wealth: Abhishek Agashe’s Road to Sustainable Solutions - Circular Economy Vision

Dive into the inspiring journey of Abhishek Agashe, co-founder of ELIMA, as he shares with @AmitBhawani how he built a thriving business in waste management and circular economy. From humble beginnings in Pune to overcoming personal and professional challenges, Abhishek has turned his passion for sustainability into a business that is driving change. In this podcast, he discusses the importance of segregation, the myths around recycling plastics, and the untapped potential of waste as a resource. Learn how ELIMA is empowering communities, creating value out of recyclables, and paving the way for a greener India. If you’re curious about entrepreneurship, sustainability, or the future of recycling, this conversation is a must-watch!

Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Abhishek's Journey to Renewable Energy 08:14 - Life Lessons from Engineering 11:55 - Abhishek's First Job and Village Life 13:18 - Smokeless Cooker Innovation 23:11 - Studying Renewable Energy Abroad 27:24 - A Comparison of Indian and Global Education Systems 30:30 - The Future of Education in India 36:53 - Introduction to Waste Management in India 38:58 - The Truth About Plastic Recycling 43:26 - Starting a Waste Management Business in India 49:31 - Rebuilding the Business with New Strategies 54:31 - The Value of Waste: Turning Trash into Cash 56:52 - India’s Informal Waste Economy 59:13 - The Importance of Segregating Waste at Source 01:01:56 - The High Cost of Ignoring Waste Management 01:16:49 - Turning Waste into Income: The Power of Segregation 01:19:53 - The E-Waste Economy: Challenges and Opportunities 01:24:29 - Government Policies for Recycling: Enabling the Industry 01:25:30 - The Future of Battery Recycling and EVs 01:28:29 - What is EPR and Why It Matters? 01:35:36 - The Role of Automation in Waste Management 01:42:51 - what is the biggest opportunity ELIMA has provided 01:45:00 - Scaling a Bootstrapped Waste Management Business 01:47:45 - the innovator's dilemma 01:48:50 - Challenges and Opportunities in Physical Businesses 01:54:42 - The Role of Debt and Investment in Scaling a Business 01:58:29 - IPO Plans and the Future of ELIMA 02:00:20 - Final note.