Solid waste refers to any discarded material that is generated in the city as a result of human activities, such as household waste, commercial and industrial waste, construction and demolition waste. In Kanpur city the assumed production of waste material is 1kg/capita/day (2021). Due to push and pull factors of population, changes in the living standard and rapidly growing urbanization, the waste production in kg/capita/day have increased by 0.1 for the upcoming period. The effects of solid waste on the environment includes water pollution, soil contamination, air pollution, climate change, biodiversity loss and public health hazards in the city. To address these impacts, several key steps can be taken, including proper waste management practices, investment in modern waste management infrastructure, public education and engagement, sustainable production and consumption, enforcement of regulations, promotion of research and innovation. Integrated solid waste management (ISWM) systems are comprehensive approaches to managing solid waste that aim to minimize the environmental and health impacts of waste and maximize resource recovery.