**What a Waste 2.0: A Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management to 2050** is a comprehensive report by Silpa Kaza, Lisa Yao, Perinaz Bhada-Tata, and Frank Van Woerden, among others, that examines global solid waste management trends and projections. The report, part of the Urban Development Series, highlights the challenges and opportunities in urbanization, particularly in developing countries. It provides an in-depth analysis of waste generation, composition, collection, treatment, and disposal, along with financial and operational aspects. Key findings include: - Global waste generation is expected to double by 2050, with high-income countries generating more waste per capita. - Waste management is a significant budget item for local administrations, especially in low-income countries, where it can account for 20% of municipal budgets. - Poor waste management has severe environmental and health impacts, including plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. - The report emphasizes the need for sustainable waste management practices and highlights successful case studies from around the world. The report aims to inform policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders about the critical issues and solutions in solid waste management, providing data and insights to guide future decisions and investments.**What a Waste 2.0: A Global Snapshot of Solid Waste Management to 2050** is a comprehensive report by Silpa Kaza, Lisa Yao, Perinaz Bhada-Tata, and Frank Van Woerden, among others, that examines global solid waste management trends and projections. The report, part of the Urban Development Series, highlights the challenges and opportunities in urbanization, particularly in developing countries. It provides an in-depth analysis of waste generation, composition, collection, treatment, and disposal, along with financial and operational aspects. Key findings include: - Global waste generation is expected to double by 2050, with high-income countries generating more waste per capita. - Waste management is a significant budget item for local administrations, especially in low-income countries, where it can account for 20% of municipal budgets. - Poor waste management has severe environmental and health impacts, including plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. - The report emphasizes the need for sustainable waste management practices and highlights successful case studies from around the world. The report aims to inform policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders about the critical issues and solutions in solid waste management, providing data and insights to guide future decisions and investments.