SMART AND SUSTAINABLE ZERO WASTE HOUSE FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY: AN ANALYSIS ON HOUSEHOLD WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

The zero waste housing approach has become important for smart and sustainable living and the improvement of community life. This article deals with the concept, technologies, and methods that facilitate building smart and sustainable zero waste homes. Special attention is given to the management of everyday household waste such as solid, liquid, gray water waste, kitchen waste, plastics, e-waste, and other hazardous materials. This paper focuses on the application of smart technologies, methods of circular economy, and green construction concepts towards an eco-friendlier and reduced environmental impact. Our goal is to analyze all available methods and prospects in building zero waste houses in order to create thoughtful, sustainable, and resilient communities.