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The sustainable route to

sanitary napkin disposal

In this interview, Nishat Goyal, COO,
Rentokil Initial Hygiene introduces

the Sani Pro Green process, which
converts used sanitary napkins to
environment-friendly outputs in an
energy-efficient, oxygen-deprived

manner.

What prompted Rentokil Burning them in open spaces, Decomposition (LTTD), a cutting-
Hygiene to address this a common but unsafe disposal edge technology adhering to global
method, releases harmful chemicals
environmental norms. LTTD
particular issue? and emissions into the air, breaks down used sanitary napkins
contributing to air pollution. safely in an oxygen-deprived
We recognised that menstrual environment, converting them into
hygiene is not just a matter of What is the present environmentally friendly outputs
well-being but also a sustainability without harmful emissions.
concern, and it is an issue that has scope of the problem
gained significant importance in of improper sanitary The science behind LTTD is
recent years. We wanted to take a napkin disposal? How is its ability to decompose waste
proactive stance, aligning with our it expected to increase in materials at lower temperatures,
commitment to corporate social significantly reducing energy
responsibility and sustainability. the coming years? consumption compared to
Businesses today are increasingly The issue of improper sanitary traditional incineration methods.
focused on creating inclusive napkin disposal is widespread The by-product of LTTD is non-
environments, and providing access across India and affects both urban toxic ash, which is then used
to hygienic menstrual products and rural areas. As awareness of to produce a variety of items,
has become a vital aspect of our menstrual hygiene grows, the usage including flower pots and bricks.
corporate social responsibility. of sanitary napkins is increasing. How can this solution
Consequently, without sustainable
In what ways does disposal practices, the problem help clients meet their
improper disposal of is expected to worsen. The rise ESG goals and fulfil other
sanitary napkins harm the in waste generated will strain regulatory requirements?
our waste management systems,
environment? exacerbating environmental How does it reduce

Improper disposal of pollution. energy requirements?
sanitary napkins is a significant Our Sani Pro Green solution
environmental threat. These Please explain the process aligns with Environmental, Social,
products contain non-biodegradable you follow for safe and Governance (ESG) goals.
materials that don’t decompose disposal, and the science It demonstrates a commitment
easily, leading to pollution behind it. to sustainability and responsible
when disposed of incorrectly. waste management. The significant
Additionally, pests and rodents We’ve introduced the ‘Sani reduction in energy consumption
attracted to uncontrolled disposal Pro Green®’ process, which through LTTD lowers operational
sites create public health hazards. uses Low-Temperature Thermal costs and reduces the carbon

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