Waste Management Infrastructure Research Articles

Innovations in Green Technologies: Analyzing their Contribution to Job Creation and Sustainable Economic Transitions

Transition into green technological innovation has become one of the ways that be more crucial for sustainable economic growth, job creation, and environmental responsibility. This study here seeks to outline ways through which adopting green technology influences employment generation and economic transformation through insights from companies in the sectors of renewable energy, electric vehicles, waste management, green manufacturing, and smart infrastructure. The study relied on primary data from 384 respondents in developing economies and performed quantitative analysis in order to identify the relationship of green investments to workforce expansion and industrial growth. Generally, implementation of green technology benefit the economy by a large margin through job creation and growth in economic activities. For firms that invest in green innovations, improved investment and increase in employment result with strengthened revenue growth and increased marketplace competitiveness. In addition, automobile and waste management industries have been identified as having the potential to offer high job creation, whereas green manufacturing is associated with problems such as automation and capital-intensive processes. Government incentive policies are also crucial in fast-tracking industrial transformation, hence the policy support and regulatory frameworks imperative. However, maintaining skill shortages and expensive cost of training at hiring remains to be the barrier to increasing the workforce in the green industry. The study emphasizes the pressing need for workforce development programs, R&D investment, and specific policy interventions directed at maximizing the overall benefits of adopting green technology. Tracing the best fit of the Green Growth Model with Schumpeter's Innovation Theory align its findings and insights that can channel practice into policy, business, and industry practice. It brings the conclusion of green technologies providing a key entry into an economic future, whereby success depends upon investment in human capital, favorable policies, and sector-specific strategies for growth. Long-term effects, cross-country comparisons, and trends in new market developments form areas of ongoing research in this area.

Waste flow analysis to improve waste management systems: Case studies in Diponegoro University

Implementation of solid waste management in educational institutions is one of the main challenges faced in achieving sustainable development. However, far too little attention has been paid to managing solid waste effectively in educational institutions. Thus, this research tries to map and characterize solid waste produced through waste flow analysis (WFA). A case study of waste flow mapping at Diponegoro University revealed that the waste management infrastructure in Diponegoro University has yet to achieve equilibrium, with around 50% of the waste ending up in landfills. Waste management has not been implemented effectively, leading to only half of the recyclable waste being processed monthly. The findings indicate that the Waste Flow Analysis (WFA) effectively assesses the existing waste management conditions at Diponegoro University. The findings of this study could serve as a reference for implementing comprehensive waste management in educational institutions.

Unlocking the potential: Sustainability finance as the catalyst for ESG innovations in Nigeria

This article explores the critical role that sustainable finance has to play in furthering Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) innovations within Nigeria, a regional leader in sustainability across West Africa. Over the last decades, Nigeria has made reasonable strides in the development of renewable energy, waste management, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly infrastructure. However, significant financial barriers exist that make scaling such initiatives difficult: a general lack of access to green financing, high costs of borrowing, and weak institutional support. It also, through the use of both global and local data, discusses the interaction of financial mechanisms with ESG innovation in successful projects such as the Solar Power Naija initiative, the issuance of Nigeria's first green bond. The analysis also looks at systemic challenges and proposes some actionable solutions, including policy reforms, private sector interventions, and innovative financing models such as blended finance and digital platforms. With emphasis on the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders, this article underlines the transformative potential of sustainability finance in driving Nigeria's ESG growth, fostering environmental resilience, and promoting social equity.

Analisis Perilaku Masyarakat dalam Pengelolaan Sampah di Kota Padang Panjang

Waste is one form of waste found in the environment. Its source, form, type and composition are strongly influenced by the level of community culture and natural conditions. This study aims to determine community behavior and factors that influence community behavior in waste management in Padang Panjang City. This study used descriptive methods with quantitative and qualitative approaches, primary data collection techniques were carried out by questionnaire. The population in this study were people in Padang Panjang City, 100 respondents were selected to be research informants. The results showed that the community had “Very Good” waste management behavior. Factors that influence behavior, 1) Public knowledge about waste management is “High”. The general behavior of the community in waste management, namely by managing waste at home such as making unique, interesting crafts, and making eco enzyme, disposing of waste to the nearest TPS and burning waste. 2) Waste management facilities and infrastructure are categorized as “High” in 6 urban villages, while the other 10 are “Medium”. Facilities and infrastructure owned or provided by the community and government in Padang Panjang City are in the form of waste collection containers made of wood, cemented TPS, iron to attach garbage, drums or trash cans. 3) Government policy in Mayor Regulation No. 29/2018 encourages community involvement in waste management through education and information. Counseling activities in Padang Panjang City are attended by the community. Several communities and waste bank managers were awarded certificates for their involvement as inspirational figures in waste management.

Slum Structuring Strategy With Collective Housing Concept

Telaga Tujuh Village, located in West Langsa Sub-district, Langsa City, on the eastern tip of Aceh, has a very high population density. In addition, 373 housing units in the village do not meet the technical criteria set out in the Minister of Public Works and Housing Regulation No.02/PRT/M/2016, and the city has limited access to critical infrastructure. Based on seven criteria, including building regularity, neighborhood road network, neighborhood drainage, drinking water needs, wastewater management system, waste management facilities and infrastructure, and fire protection facilities, Telaga Tujuh Village is classified as a severe slum, with an average slum rate of 100%. Discovering the structural needs of the slum environment in Telaga Tujuh Village and creating a structural design is the objective of this study. Five indicators - on-site upgrading, on-site relocation, on-site redevelopment, land sharing, and relocation - were used in the communal housing methodology in this study. On-site redevelopment was chosen as the minimum solution after the five indicators were selected using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method. After on-site redevelopment, the settlement pattern in this area is in the form of an iron grid, with main centers-the construction of places of worship, village halls, auxiliary health centers (pustu), and village offices that function as government and community service centers-and supporting centers-education and neighborhoods-by providing public open spaces.

Community Empowerment in Managing Household Hazardous Waste in Residential Neighbourhoods

This study adopts a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative techniques, to evaluate household hazardous waste management practices. Data were collected through surveys, in-depth interviews, and direct observations. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to measure community awareness levels and the effectiveness of waste management infrastructure, while thematic analysis was applied to qualitative data to identify key issues and patterns in community behavior. The findings highlight the effectiveness of community empowerment programs in improving knowledge and practices, with recognition of hazardous waste types increasing to 85%, understanding of associated hazards to 82%, and a reduction in littering behavior from 65% to 20%. These results underscore the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration, infrastructure enhancement, and the integration of circular economy principles to achieve sustainable waste management. The study provides actionable, data-driven recommendations for reducing health and environmental risks associated with hazardous waste, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring and community engagement.

To the question regarding the solution of problem aspects of legal regulation of waste management in the context of the adaptation of environmental legislation of Ukraine to the EU

The article analyzes the current state of legal regulation of waste management in Ukraine in comparison with the legislation of the European Union. It is also noted that only through cooperation between states can the problems associated with the accumulation of waste be solved, since if measures are not implemented to combat this phenomenon, a significant deterioration in the quality of the environment and a threat to the life and health of the population should be expected. The work deeply analyzes the concept of «waste» both at the scientific-theoretical and legislative levels. A thorough comparison of the definitions of this term contained in various normative legal acts of Ukraine is carried out. Based on the generalization of scientific approaches, the authors propose his own, more comprehensive interpretation of the concept of «waste». The central place in the study is occupied by a detailed comparative analysis of the legislation of Ukraine and the EU in the field of waste management. In particular, the approaches to regulating the status of by-products, the introduction of extended producer responsibility, the management of hazardous waste, as well as the principle of the waste management hierarchy are analyzed. Both common features and significant differences in the legal regulation of these key aspects are revealed. In addition, the study also analyzes the issues of waste management planning, in particular approaches to territorial planning and the establishment of terms and procedures for reviewing plans. The articles propose a number of practical recommendations for ways to improve the legal regulation of waste management in Ukraine. Among them are conducting active educational work among the population, expanding the infrastructure for waste management, wider application of the first four elements of the waste management hierarchy, involvement of local governments in the development of local strategies, implementation of best practices of EU countries, as well as creating favorable conditions for investments in environmental technologies. The authors conclude that despite the significant convergence of Ukrainian legislation with European standards, it still has certain national features and problematic aspects that require further resolution.

Bringing the legislation of Ukraine on hazardous waste management in line with the requirements of the European Union law

The article is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the development of Ukraine’s legislative framework in the field of hazardous waste management, viewed through the prism of its harmonisation with the requirements of European law, which is of particular relevance in the context of the EU-Ukraine negotiation process launched in June 2024. The paper traces the evolution of Ukraine’s national legislation from the adoption of the Law of Ukraine «On Waste» in 1998 to the adoption of the new Law «On Waste Management» in 2022, in terms of taking into account the key provisions of EU acts in the relevant field. The author analyses the key EU directives with which Ukraine, in accordance with the acquis communautaire, must bring its national legislation on hazardous waste management into line with the requirements of EU law. A comparative analysis of Ukrainian legislation and EU legal acts in the field of hazardous waste management is carried out, in particular Directive 2008/98/EC on waste, Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment, Directive 1999/31/EC on landfill and Directive 2006/66/EC on batteries and accumulators. The author highlights the main challenges and obstacles to the harmonization of legislation, including the inconsistency of the national infrastructure with modern European standards; the need to introduce the principle of extended producer responsibility, which imposes responsibility on producers for the entire product life cycle, including the post-consumer stage; the need to adopt specialised laws for the full implementation of certain EU directives, in particular in the field of waste electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators. Special attention is paid to the implementation of the circular economy principle as a strategic direction of Ukraine’s development in the context of European integration. The article considers the possibilities and prospects for the development of infrastructure for the treatment and reuse of waste, in particular, those generated as a result of hostilities. The author provides recommendations for urgent actions to harmonise national legislation with EU law in the relevant area, including accelerating the implementation of European directives through the adoption of the necessary regulations, in particular, the laws «On Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment» and «On Batteries and Accumulators»; full implementation of the principle of extended producer responsibility; modernisation of the hazardous waste management infrastructure; improvement of the effectiveness of monitoring and control in this area; and development of interagency cooperation and fight against corruption. The author emphasises the need for a comprehensive approach to solving hazardous waste management problems, including legal, economic and social aspects.

Fit for the Future: An Assessment of the Sustainability Parameters of Liquid Dairy Product Packaging in the DACH Region and the Implications of Upcoming Regulatory Changes.

The European Union aims for climate neutrality by 2050 and has proposed the Packaging and Packing Waste Regulation (PPWR) to promote a circular economy, focusing on reducing packaging waste. In this context, a comprehensive sustainability assessment for liquid dairy product packaging, including beverage cartons, bottles and to-go cups, in the DACH region (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) was conducted. The aim was to consider various ecological aspects of environmental impacts and circularity. As the aspect of recyclability is a core aspect in the PPWR, the calculation was of central interest in this project. Here, major differences in the waste management infrastructure between countries could be identified. The majority of assessed packaging falls below the PPWR's 70% recyclability requirement, with Switzerland showing even lower recyclability due to poor packaging collection and recycling infrastructure. Significant discrepancies in packaging efficiency exist, indicating unnecessary resource consumption, especially in the case of to-go cups. Additionally, the carbon footprint of packaging materials can vary up to ten times within certain product categories, negatively impacting the environment. Good results were identified for the use of certified renewable resources. Overall, the results of the assessment demonstrate several areas for improvement in light of forthcoming regulatory requirements, which must be met in Germany and Austria.

Solid waste management strategies, categorization, and challenges in Ghana's Savannah Region: Systematic review

Solid waste management (SWM) in Ghana's Savannah Region faces significant challenges, including weak governance, socio-cultural practices, financial constraints, inadequate infrastructure, and limited community participation. These issues result in ineffective waste collection, open dumping, and burning, leading to environmental pollution and public health risks. Governance challenges stem from weak enforcement of sanitation policies, insufficient funding, and poor stakeholder coordination. Decentralization efforts are hampered by resource constraints, leaving rural communities underserved. Socio-cultural factors, such as traditional practices and low awareness of environmental risks, perpetuate unsustainable behaviors, requiring targeted education and community engagement to promote change. Financial limitations hinder investment in waste management infrastructure like engineered landfills and recycling facilities, while cost-recovery mechanisms and public-private partnerships face operational difficulties. Infrastructure deficits, including inadequate waste collection systems and reliance on open dumpsites, exacerbate environmental risks. The lack of community participation further undermines SWM efforts, as awareness campaigns and mechanisms for involvement remain underdeveloped. Addressing these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach, including strengthening governance frameworks, increasing investment in infrastructure, raising public awareness, and fostering community participation. Supporting informal recycling efforts and tailoring interventions to the region’s socio-economic and cultural context are critical for achieving sustainable SWM in the Savannah Region. Keywords: Solid Waste Management Ghana, Waste Categorization, and Challenges in Waste Management Savannah Region.

Progress and Challenges of Circular Economy in Selected EU Countries

Circular economy (CE) is a model that is gaining significance in the context of sustainable development and environmental protection, focusing on minimizing waste generation and maximizing the use of available resources through recycling and extending product life cycles. The implementation of CE in various European Union countries demonstrates diverse approaches to resource management, waste production, and energy efficiency improvement. These differences primarily stem from varying strategies, national policies, levels of social awareness, and technological advancements. The article identifies the key challenges and barriers associated with CE implementation in selected countries—Poland, the Netherlands, and Romania—and highlights specific areas requiring improvement and adaptation. It emphasizes the critical role of aligning national policies with the EU guidelines, promoting ecological education, and investing in innovative technologies and solutions that support sustainable development. Additionally, it points to the need for developing appropriate waste management infrastructure and encouraging businesses and consumers to change habits and engage in pro-environmental actions.

Implementasi Recycle dalam Meningkatkan Partisipasi Masyarakat Peduli Sampah di Komunitas Pasar MMTC

Indonesia faces big challenges in waste management, with waste volumes continuing to increase every year. As a densely populated island country, factors such as rapid population growth, urbanization, changes in consumption patterns, and a lack of waste management infrastructure have also exacerbated this condition. Based on observations at the MMTC market, the rubbish problem is very serious due to the large amount of rubbish strewn about that is not cleaned up by traders. This research aims to explore efforts to increase education and training about recycling for the community, increase community participation in maintaining cleanliness through recycling activities in market communities, develop an efficient and effective recycling management system, and identify barriers to implementing recycling programs. reset on the MMTC market. The expected output of this research is increasing public awareness and participation in maintaining market cleanliness through recycling activities, comprehensive research results reports, and publication in SINTA indexed journals. It is hoped that this research can be an important step in efforts to create a cleaner and more sustainable market environment in Indonesia.

Emerging contaminants in the Mediterranean Sea endangering Lebanon's Palm Islands Natural Reserve.

The Mediterranean Sea is an intercontinental marine environment renowned for its biodiversity and ecological significance. However, it is also one of the most polluted seas globally with significant levels of microplastics and heavy metals among other emerging contaminants. In Lebanon, inadequate waste management infrastructure and unregulated industrial discharges have exacerbated water quality deterioration by introducing these complex contaminants into surface and seawater. The Palm Islands Natural Reserve in Lebanon is a UNESCO-designated marine protected area and home to endangered species. However, the reserve faces significant threats from pollution, including heavy metals and microplastics, exacerbated by nearby Tripoli's escalating contamination. Plasticisers, particularly phthalates, are recognized for their hormone-disrupting effects, and heavy metals like cadmium, lead, and arsenic pose severe eco-toxicological risks. This study investigates the levels of heavy metals and phthalates in water and sediments from the Palm Islands. Samples were collected from different locations within the reserve, and heavy metals and phthalates were detected, including chromium (13.58 to 19.28 μg L-1), arsenic (2.05 to 5.04 μg L-1), cadmium (1.27 to 3.04 μg L-1), and lead (0.92 to 2.88 μg L-1). Cadmium levels exceeded the permissible limits set by environmental regulatory bodies, highlighting an urgent pollution problem. Phthalates, including DEP and DEHP, were also detected in concentrations of 7.12-10.25 μg L-1 for DEP and 38.47-56.12 μg L-1 for DEHP raising concerns over their potential eco-toxicological impact on marine species. Our research underscores the need for comprehensive environmental monitoring, better waste management infrastructure, and stricter regulatory measures to address pollution in Lebanon's coastal ecosystems.

Legal Dilemma in Navigable River Water Pollution: Consequences of Garbage and Baby Diaper Disposal

The pollution of shipping river water due to the disposal of garbage and baby diapers in Tawangsari Village, Sidoarjo Regency, has created a legal dilemma regarding the implementation of existing regulations. Although there are various national and regional regulations regarding waste management, their implementation in the field is still very limited. The research method used is normative juridical law with an empirical approach supported by accidental sampling techniques on eleven residents of Tawangsari Village. The results showed that, many people still do not comply with their obligations and responsibilities in waste management. In addition, weak law enforcement and the lack of waste management facilities at the village level exacerbate the condition. Legal dilemmas arise due to the mismatch between the existence of regulations and the reality on the ground, as well as the inability to balance the provision of appropriate sanctions with community capacity building. This shows that the legal responsibility of both the government and the community has not been maximized. In conclusion, strengthening law enforcement, increasing public awareness, and developing better waste management infrastructure are needed to overcome this legal dilemma. The recommendations of this research are to tighten supervision, provide strict sanctions, and increase education about waste management to the community.

Sustainable Engineering Solutions for Urban Environments: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions

Urbanization presents significant environmental challenges that require sustainable and innovative engineering solutions. This article explores the critical need for sustainable engineering practices in urban environments, focusing on advances in construction, energy, waste management, and green infrastructure. We look at the most advanced construction technologies, such as modular and prefabricated building systems, which reduce waste and energy consumption. In energy, we look at the integration of renewable energy sources, energy-efficient building designs, and smart grid technologies to minimize carbon footprints. Sustainable waste management strategies, including recycling, composting, and waste-to-energy, are emphasized to mitigate the environmental impacts of waste. It also addresses the role of green infrastructure, such as green roofs, green walls and urban parks, in improving air quality, reducing stormwater and improving urban biodiversity. By addressing these key areas, sustainable engineering can contribute to resilient, environmentally friendly and equitable urban environments. However, challenges such as high initial costs, political barriers and technological limitations persist. Future research and policy initiatives should focus on addressing these barriers and promote the widespread adoption of sustainable engineering solutions.

Identifying and prioritizing the key factors affecting waste management in the healthcare sector using the Fuzzy Dematel method

Background: Hospital wastes are very important as one of the most dangerous pollutants. With the ever-increasing amount of healthcare waste and the increasing awareness and demands of the people, sustainable management of healthcare waste has become increasingly important. The purpose of this research is to identify and prioritize effective and efficient factors on sustainable waste management in the healthcare sector. Methods: The current research is a quantitative-qualitative (mixed) research. First, by reviewing the available literature, 10 factors affecting the sustainable management of health waste were identified. Sampling in both quantitative and qualitative parts has been done purposefully and through available observations. The qualitative part included open interviews with experts and managers. Then, these factors were prioritized by collecting opinions and using the fuzzy Dimetal technique. Results: In this study, by reviewing the existing literature and conducting interviews, 10 factors were identified. These factors were divided into two general categories of influential factors and influential factors by implementing the fuzzy DEMATEL technique, which were prioritized as follows; Influential factors include green healthcare organization culture and encouraging waste recycling, promoting best practices for sustainable waste management, strengthening sustainable waste management training programs, improving environmental awareness of healthcare workers, planning for sustainable waste management, and creating a positive attitude towards sustainable waste management; influential factors include appropriate legal framework to support sustainable waste management, creating the necessary infrastructure for waste management, environmentally friendly waste management technologies, and purchasing based on environmental requirements. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this research, in order to reduce the risks related to health pollutants, it is necessary to design educational programs related to this issue in hospitals, so that on the one hand, a positive attitude towards the importance of paying attention to health waste control for employees is created, and on the other hand, appropriate activities is taught to them. Also, the government should implement controlling laws and periodic audits related to this issue.

Sustainable Management of Pollutant Transport in Defective Composite Liners of Landfills: A Semi-Analytical Model

This study presents an analytical model for two-dimensional pollutant transport within a three-layer composite liner system, which comprises a geomembrane (GM), a geosynthetic clay liner (GCL), and a soil liner (SL), with particular attention to defects in the geomembrane. The model integrates key processes such as convection, diffusion, adsorption, and degradation, offering a more accurate prediction of pollutant behavior. Through Laplace and Fourier transforms, pollutant concentration distributions are derived, providing a comprehensive view of pollutant migration in landfill settings. Verification against COMSOL 6.0 simulations underscores the model’s robustness. Results show that there is an optimal thickness for the SL that balances the effectiveness of pollutant containment and material usage, while higher diffusion coefficients and advection velocity accelerate migration. The degradation of organic pollutants reduces concentrations over time, especially with shorter half-lives. These findings not only improve the design of landfill liners but also support more sustainable waste management practices by reducing the risk of environmental contamination. This research contributes to the development of more effective, long-lasting landfill containment systems, enhancing sustainability in waste management infrastructure.

HOUSEHOLD WASTE MANAGEMENT

The waste problem is an environmental problem in society. Waste is a problem faced by people living in East Kalimantan Province. Based on data from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry in 2022, the source of waste based on the highest type of waste in East Kalimantan Province is household waste, which amounts to as much as 55.97%. This study aimed to determine the community mechanism for household waste management using the 3R method and to analyse the availability of adequate trash bins in Loa Ulung Village, Tenggarong Seberang District. The research conducted was qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. The data analysis method used in this research is source triangulation analysis, which connects the interviews with all informants and draws conclusions from the research. This study found that the community sorted waste before disposing of it in temporary shelters. Efforts to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste have also been made, and infrastructure for waste management, such as trash cans, is available in each house. However, there are still people who burn their waste after sorting. In this study, the community mechanism for managing household waste using the 3R method has been carried out. Still, its application has yet to be maximised, and improvement and support from the government are needed.

Community-driven Waste Management: Insights from an Action Research Trial in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Background Yogyakarta is in a waste emergency period. Waste management poses a significant challenge in urban areas, necessitating innovative and sustainable solutions. This article explores the Community-Based Waste Management (CBWM) approach implemented in Yogyakarta City, Indonesia, shedding light on valuable lessons from this initiative. Yogyakarta City's experience is a case study for understanding the effectiveness of involving local communities in waste management efforts. Through participatory programs, residents have been empowered to actively contribute to waste reduction, recycling, and proper disposal practices. Objective This study seeks public health-oriented household waste management options and increases public awareness about trash management while keeping public health in mind to overcome Yogyakarta's waste emergency. Methods This study employs an action research design mixed with qualitative research. Participants were members of society, government authorities (environmental and health offices), and the Yogyakarta Provincial and City Health Offices. For the trial method, participants comprised four cycles utilizing a standard random sample procedure. An in-depth interview was conducted to evaluate the procedure, and questionnaires were used to determine performance indicators for the procedure. Results Community-based action research guarantees that waste management is improved by approaching it from a public health standpoint. Waste management innovations include implementing environmental sanitation, clean and healthy lifestyles, implementing occupational health and safety concepts, sorting organic and inorganic waste, as well as innovations in household waste management infrastructure. Conclusion Innovation in waste management considers that public health is necessary for society. Innovation refines waste processing techniques that were previously in use. This idea is suitable and adaptable to the circumstances of Yogyakarta City residents.

Green Electrochemical Point-of-Care Devices: Transient Materials and Sustainable Fabrication Methods.

The spread of point-of-care (PoC) diagnostic tests using electrochemical sensors poses a significant environmental challenge, especially in limited-resource settings due to the lack of waste management infrastructure. This issue is expected to intensify with the emergence of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), necessitating eco-friendly solutions for disposable devices. This review discusses efforts to develop green and sustainable PoC diagnostic devices, clarifying terms like biodegradability and transient electronics. It explores potential transient and biodegradable materials and fabrication technologies, emphasizing sustainable electronics with low-energy consumption and low-carbon footprint techniques, particularly favoring printing methods. The review highlights examples of necessary electronic components containing biodegradable materials for electrochemical PoC devices and discusses their role in device sustainability. Finally, it examines the feasibility of integrating these components and technologies into comprehensive biodegradable PoC devices, addressing the imminent need for eco-friendly solutions in diagnostic testing. This comprehensive discussion serves as a guide for researchers and developers striving to mitigate the environmental impact of PoC testing in the era of IoMT and personalized medicine.