Iran’s Waste Management Crisis: A Symptom of Institutional Failure and Environmental Neglect - Iran News Update

Iran’s Waste Management Crisis: A Symptom of Institutional Failure and Environmental Neglect - Iran News Update

The daily accumulation of millions of tons of waste across Iran has evolved into a multi-dimensional crisis, driven by ineffective waste management, poor infrastructure, and the rise of unregulated informal networks known as the “garbage mafia.” This crisis not only degrades the environment but also traps vulnerable populations—particularly children—in a cycle of poverty, disease, and exploitation, while further eroding public trust in governmen…