Welcome to CSE's online Trainings

By 2050, the world is expected to produce 3.78 billion tonneof solid wasteper annum. Of this, Sub-Saharan Africa would account for 668 million metric tonne (18%). In the Global South, organic waste comprises 60-80 per cent of the total waste generated by the region; worldwide, the average is 50-55 per cent. 

Currently, 60 per cent of the world's waste is not properly collected or processed; 75 per cent of all waste in the Global South is indiscriminately disposed of in controlled or uncontrolled dumpsites. This is clear trigger for largescale greenhouse gas emissions – in fact, the municipal solid waste sector is the fourth largest contributor to global GHG emissions, primarily emanating from mismanaged biodegradable waste. Proper management and technology can transform this waste into a renewable energy sourceand improve soil quality. 

The Global Forum of Cities for Circular Economy (GFCCE), fostered by Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), has prioritised sustainable biodegradable waste management as one of its key interventions. CSE is offering a four-day online training programme on composting, biomethanation, and Black Soldier Fly (BSF)-based treatment of biodegradable waste, with specific reference to successful models from sub-Saharan Africa and India.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Organic waste management – technology, capital and operational expenditure
• Modes of implementation
• Protocol for installation and pre-requisites
• Gainful utilisation of the end product
• Legal provisions and roles of various stakeholders
• Various working models from India and Africa

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE

• Live sessions with domain experts and practitioners, including Q&A with participants
• Course materials and resources
• Certificate of completion after quiz result

WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE

• Waste management practitioners
• Officials of state and local government authorities (LGAs)
• Academicians and students
• NGO/civil society
• Private companies
• Consultancy firms, start-ups
• Waste management industry professionals

Global production of primary plastic polymers has surpassed 400 million tonne (MT). The world generates 275 MT of plastic waste every year; over 50 per cent of this plastic that ends up as waste is manufactured for single use packaging. Globally, of all the plastics that have been produced, only 9 per cent has been recycled while about 12 per cent is incinerated. The rest is simply dumped and finds its way into our environment, including our waterbodies. 

India reportedly generates 25,940 tonne of plastic waste on a daily basis, approximately 26 per cent of which is recycled. The remaining 74 per cent is mismanaged and ends up in dumpsites and on land and in water, adding to  pollution. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites applications for an online course on all aspects of plastics and plastic waste management (see Course Highlights for details). At CSE, we have been working on policy and advocacy for reducing plastic pollution andrecognise the need to adopt measures across the life cycle of plastic to end plastic pollution.

Course Highlights

• Classification and identification of plastics
• Global data on plastics
• Indian and global legislation on plastic waste
• Plastic-conscious living
• Single-use plastic ban and its impacts
• Extended producer responsibility (EPR) regimes in India and other countries
• Global treaty to end plastic pollution

For further details, please contact the course coordinator

Minakshi Solanki
Research Associate, Centre for Science and Environment
Email: minakshi.solanki@cseindia.org
Contact: +91 7827392845

As per the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM)-Urban dashboard, urban India generates over 1,55,840 tonne of waste every day. Beyond the sheer volume, waste holds valuable insights into our lifestyle choices, resource utilisation, and health of our ecosystems. Understanding the characteristics of this waste is not merely a matter of disposal logistics, but is crucial for steering towards a sustainable future. 

An understanding of waste characteristics and quantity can have far-reaching implications. It goes beyond preventing environmental degradation; it is the foundation for informed decision-making. Without this knowledge, investments in waste management are often misguided, leading to poor resource allocation and ineffective technologies. Unscientific waste disposal methods exacerbate the problem, posing huge challenges for local governments and city dwellers alike. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites applications for an online course that aims to build this understanding and knowledge. The objective of this course is to expose stakeholders to the challenges and opportunities associated with waste characterisation and quantification

Course Highlights

• Fundamentals of waste characterisation and quantification
• Methodologies to conduct waste characterisation and quantification studies, including hands-on training
• Exploration of stakeholders and their pivotal roles in the solid waste value chain
• Case studies from various regions, showcasing successful waste management strategies

What’s included in the course fees

• Live sessions with industry experts; Q&A sessions to address specific queries
• Course materials and resources
• Certificate of completion

For further details, please contact the course coordinator

Kuldeep Choudhary
Programme Officer, Centre for Science and Environment
Email: kuldeep.choudhary@cseindia.org
Contact: +91 8377030507

Urban India generates about 1.54 Lakh metric tonnes (MT) of municipal solid waste (MSW) on a daily basis. Out of which 50-60 per cent is biodegradable in nature. Despite the availability of infrastructure to treat the entire quantum of biodegradable waste for composting or biomethanation, a significant fraction of the biodegradable waste continues to end up in unscientific dumpsites owing to poor segregation and other factors. Indiscriminate dumping of biodegradable waste leads to generation of Greenhouse gases (GHG) like methane and carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming and several other environmental and health hazards.

Aerobic and anaerobic methods represent two distinct approaches to sustainable organic waste management. Their application can vary from small-scale decentralized to large-scale centralized models, offering a spectrum of technology options and flexibility in cost. The feasibility of their implementation and the choice of technology depend on several factors, including the quality of segregated waste, space availability, and the gainful utilization of end-products including off-take.

The goal of Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 is to create cities around the nation that are garbage-free. One of the overarching goal is to use low-cost, simple, and scientifically proven waste management technologies to deal with more than half of the total waste we produce in cities. The waste-to-wealth initiative in the Swachh Survekshan encourages paving the road for a circular economy model around biodegradable was and is connected to sanitation performance of the municipal governments.

To bridge the gap in practice and building capacities of a wide range of cadre, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has designed an online course on Biodegradable waste management. CSE has been working on policy and advocacy for the scientific management of organic waste and recognizes the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management systems for economic and environmental sustainability. 

Course Highlights

• Organic waste Management – technology, capital and operational expenditure
• Modes of implementation
• Gainful utilization of end product
• Protocol for installation, and pre-requisites
• Economic and environmental benefits
• Case studies from India

For further details, please contact the course coordinator

Kuldeep Choudhary
Programme Officer, Centre for Science and Environment
Contact: +91 8377030507
Email: kuldeep.choudhary@cseindia.org 

Urban India generates close to 1.57 lakh metric tonne (MT) of municipal solid waste (MSW) every day: of this, 50-60 per cent is biodegradable waste. A significant fraction of the biodegradable waste continues to end up in dumpsites, triggering generation of gases like methane and carbon dioxide, which ultimately contribute to global warming and several other environmental and health hazards.

But herein lies an opportunity: if this enormous amount of biodegradable waste is processed using appropriate technologies, urban India has the potential to produce approximately 3,923 tonne of bio-CNG every day, with an estimated market value of Rs 27.46 crore. The revenue to be earned each year by simply treating the biodegradable waste to make bio-CNG is estimated at over Rs 10,000 crore. While we frantically search for alternative fuels, here is a resource that is ready to be used! We simply need to equip ourselves with technologies and procedures for managing biodegradable waste differently.

According to the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), India has a reserve of 594.49 million metric tonne (MMT) of crude oil and 1,339.57 billion cubic meter (BCM) of natural gas. The country currently imports nearly 87.30 per cent of its crude oil requirements and about 50 per cent of natural gas requirements. Treatment of biodegradable waste to produce bio-CNG, therefore, should be seen as a potential game changer. Steps are afoot to popularise the use of biogas. To foster a circular economy, the government’s GOBARDhan scheme has allocated Rs 10,000 crore in the Union budget for 2023-24 to establish 500 biogas plants, including 200 plants for compressed biogas (CBG), with 75 of them located in urban areas, and 300 community or cluster-based plants.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites you to join its online training programme on bio-CNG – the technologies available, its management, and associated economic and environmental benefits.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Bio-gas – technology, capital requirement, operational expenditure
• Protocol for installation and pre-requisites
• Purification technology for bio-CNG
• Policy mandate, subsidies and various government schemes •Economic and environmental benefits
• Case studies from India

For more information, please contact 

COORDINATOR

Kaifee Jawed
Programme Officer
Solid Waste Management and Circular Economy Unit
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: kaifee.jawed@cseindia.org
Contact: +91 9755411810, 8383986473

Unlined and unscientifically designed landfills -- typically referred to as dumpsites – can lead to irreversible environmental and health hazards, ranging from greenhouse gas emissions, groundwater and surface water pollution and air pollution, to surface fires. Old dumpsites, in fact, are a well-known source of dislocated pollution due to the generation of hazardous leachates and emissions. 

To address this, there is an urgent need to reclaim these sites for building new scientific landfills for disposal of inerts and residual solid waste, as well as for increasing the life of the landfills (referred to as 'extending landfill capacity'). Also, the legacy waste buried in dumpsites must be treated and recycled for gainful applications.  

The Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 has given a clear mandate to all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in India to complete remediation of their existing dumpsites by 2023 (for cities with less than 10 lakh population) and by 2024 (for cities with more than 10 lakh population) in compliance with environmentally sustainable methods. The country is, therefore, going to take up this massive challenge to remediate more than 1,300 million tonnes of legacy waste in next two-three years. The technical capacity of the ULBs and other stakeholders would play a pivotal role in dealing with such a colossal volume, and to ensure that such dumpsites are not reborn. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and implementation with regard to municipal solid waste (MSW) management at the regional, national and global levels. It recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualised this eight-day online training programme on Dumpsite Remediation and Landfill Management.  

The objective of the course is to provide state-of-art knowledge in landfill design and operations as well technological and policy interventions in dumpsite remediation projects. The participants in the training will get an opportunity to gain knowledge on the various challenges in landfill management and dumpsite remediation in developing economies by subject experts and leading national and international solid waste practitioners. Speciality areas such as sustainable landfilling practice, landfill design and operation and landfill mining including feasibility, preliminary investigation, operation and management of landfill mining, and impact of landfill mining on sustainable waste management system will be extensively covered. 

Course Highlights

• Landfill siting, design and construction, and operation
• Concept of dumpsite remediation, biomining and bioremediation in Indian Scenario
• Concept of dumpsite remediation – global perspective
• Case studies of dumpsite remediation and landfill mining (national and international perspectives) 

Who will the training benefit:

• Solid waste practitioners
• Academicians and students
• Solid waste experts
• Officials from various urban local bodies
• NGOs
• Waste management industry professionals 

Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the programme. 

For more details please contact: 

Course Coordinator

Kaifee Jawed
Programme Officer
Municipal Solid Waste Management Programme
Centre for Science and Environment
Email:kaifee.jawed@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 8383986473 / 9755411810

Dates:  December 19-23, 2022                              
Last date to apply: Dec 16, 2022
Duration: 4 days (8 hours)                        
Language of instruction: English
Learning platforms: Zoom and Moodle 

According to the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), urban India alone is generating 1.48 lakh metric tonne(MT) of municipal solid waste (MSW) every day – of which about 0.71 lakh MT is organic and 0.57 lakh MT is inorganic waste.Limitedunderstanding of the working principles oforganic and inorganic waste management, reliance on technologies without getting the waste segregated at source, limitedrecycling,and unscientific methods of dumping have led to massive mismanagement of the waste that is being generated. 

To bridge the gap in knowledge and understanding of this critical aspect, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has designed an online course on sustainable management of organic and inorganic waste. CSE has been working on policy and advocacy for decentralised and sustainable management of organic and inorganic waste and recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management systems. 

The objective of this online training is to build capacity of consumers, civil societies, local government officials and other stakeholders to understand the challenges and opportunities associated with segregation, collection, processing, treatment and recycling of organic and inorganic waste.   

Course Highlights

• Basics of organic and inorganic waste
• Technology options for collection, transportation, processing, treatment and disposal
• Stakeholders involved and their role in the solid waste value chain
• Case studies from India and other parts of the world. 

Who will benefit from the course?

• Waste management practitioners
• Bulk waste generators
• Officials from state and urban local bodies
• Academician and students
• NGOs/civil society, private companies, start-ups and individual practitioners

For further details, please contact the course coordinator

Kuldeep Choudhary
Programme Officer, MSW,
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: kuldeep.choudhary@cseindia.org
Contact: +91 8377030507

Course dates: December 12 - 16, 2022
Last date to apply: December 10, 2022
Course duration: 10 hours
Learning platforms: Zoom and Moodle
Course type: Online (self-paced and live sessions) 

The countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are expected to witness a major economic transition over the coming century as their populations explode, their rural-to-urban migration increases, and their consumption patterns change. All this will contribute to an exponential rise in waste generation, and put a huge strain on natural resources and the already stretched public and private sector services and infrastructure for managing solid waste. 

With 1.3 billion people living in Africa (as of 2018), the continent produced 5 per cent and consumed 4per cent of global plastic volumes in 2015. Plastic consumption in Africa was 16 kg per person, compared to the global average of 45 kg per person. According to the 2018 Africa Waste Management Outlook report, plastics accounted for 13 per cent of the municipal solid waste in sub-Saharan Africa. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), a leading South Asian think tank based in New Delhi, India has been working on policy and implementation with regard to plastics and municipal solid waste (MSW) management at the regional, national and global levels. It recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualised this five-day online training programme on strategies to end plastic pollution in African countries.  

The objective of the course is to provide knowledge aboutthe life cycle of plastic, the major stakeholders involved across the value chain of plastics from production, consumption and disposal, and the importance of policy interventions such as extended producer responsibility (EPR). The participants in the training will get an opportunity to gain knowledge on the various challenges in plastic waste management in developing economies by subject experts and leading national and international solid waste practitioners. 

Course Highlights

• Understand the “full life cycle of plastic’
• Landscape of the plastic industry and plastic legislation in the Indian Scenario
• Case studies of plastic waste management (national and international perspectives)
• Updates about the ongoing UNEA- a global treaty to end plastic pollution 

For more details, please contact:

Siddharth G Singh
Course Coordinator and Programme Manager, Municipal Solid Waste Unit
Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi
Email: siddharth.singh@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 9768902012

Unlined and unscientifically designed landfills -- typically referred to as dumpsites – can lead to irreversible environmental and health hazards, ranging from greenhouse gas emissions, groundwater and surface water pollution and air pollution, to surface fires. Old dumpsites, in fact, are a well-known source of dislocated pollution due to the generation of hazardous leachates and emissions. 

To address this, there is an urgent need to reclaim these sites for building new scientific landfills for disposal of inerts and residual solid waste, as well as for increasing the life of the landfills (referred to as 'extending landfill capacity'). Also, the legacy waste buried in dumpsites must be treated and recycled for gainful applications.  

The Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 has given a clear mandate to all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in India to complete remediation of their existing dumpsites by 2023 (for cities with less than 10 lakh population) and by 2024 (for cities with more than 10 lakh population) in compliance with environmentally sustainable methods. The country is, therefore, going to take up this massive challenge to remediate more than 1,300 million tonnes of legacy waste in next two-three years. The technical capacity of the ULBs and other stakeholders would play a pivotal role in dealing with such a colossal volume, and to ensure that such dumpsites are not reborn. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and implementation with regard to municipal solid waste (MSW) management at the regional, national and global levels. It recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualised this eight-day online training programme on Dumpsite Remediation and Landfill Management.  

The objective of the course is to provide state-of-art knowledge in landfill design and operations as well technological and policy interventions in dumpsite remediation projects. The participants in the training will get an opportunity to gain knowledge on the various challenges in landfill management and dumpsite remediation in developing economies by subject experts and leading national and international solid waste practitioners. Speciality areas such as sustainable landfilling practice, landfill design and operation and landfill mining including feasibility, preliminary investigation, operation and management of landfill mining, and impact of landfill mining on sustainable waste management system will be extensively covered.

Course Highlights

• Landfill siting, design and construction, and operation
• Concept of dumpsite remediation, biomining and bioremediation in Indian Scenario
• Concept of dumpsite remediation – global perspective
• Case studies of dumpsite remediation and landfill mining (national and international perspectives) 

Who will the training benefit:

• Solid waste practitioners and experts
• Academicians and students
• Environmental Research Institutes
• Officials from various urban local bodies
• NGOs
• Waste management industry professionals

For more details please contact: 

Course Coordinator 

Kaifee Jawed
Programme Officer
Municipal Solid Waste Management Programme
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: kaifee.jawed@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 8383986473 / 9755411810

Course dates: August 23-31, 2022
Last date to apply: August 19, 2022
Course duration: One week (12 hours)

The world generates 275 million tonne (MT) of plastic waste every year; over 50 per cent of this plastic that ends up as waste is manufactured for single use packaging. Globally, of all the plastics that have been produced, only 9 per cent has been recycled while about 12 per cent is incinerated. The rest is simply dumped and finds its way into our environment, including our waterbodies.

India reportedly generates 25,940 tonne of plastic waste on a daily basis, 60 per cent of which is recycled. The remaining 40 per cent is mismanaged and ends up in dumpsites and on land and in water, adding to pollution.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites applications for an online course on all aspects of plastics and plastic waste management (see Course Highlights for details). CSE, which has been working on policy and advocacy for sustainable plastic waste management, recognises the need to adopt resourceefficient waste management regimes.

For further details, please contact the course coordinator

MINAKSHI SOLANKI
Research intern
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: sce@cseindia.org
Contact: +91 7827392845

Every day  India’s urban areas generate about 1,432,000 metric tonne (MT) of municipal solid waste (MSW). Organic waste, the most significant waste stream, accounts for about 71,600 MT of this total amount. If dumped without treatment, this waste can generate climate-warming and polluting gases like methane and carbon dioxide. According to the United States Environment Protection Agency (USEPA), one tonne of legacy waste (in the form of a mixture of different types of municipal solid wastes dumped in a dumpsite without any treatment) has the potential to generate 27.7 kg of methane and 692.5 kg of carbon dioxide every year. 

But if this colossal quantity of biodegradable waste is treated with appropriate technology, it has a potential to produce 2219.6 tonne of bio-CNG a day, with an estimated market value of Rs 155.37 crore. This means, the monthly revenue we could have earned just by treating our biodegradable waste to produce bio-CNG is Rs 4,661.1 crore or Rs 55,933.2 crore every year. While the whole world is scrambling to find alternative sources of fuel, here is a resource that is waiting to be tapped! All we need to do is to learn about the technology and process of managing biodegradable waste differently. 

According to the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), India has a reserve of 763 million metric tonne (MMT) of crude oil and 1,488 billion cubic meter (BCM) of natural gas. The country currently imports nearly 77 per cent of its crude oil requirements and about 50 per cent of the natural gas requirements, leading the Government of India to set a target of reducing this import by at least 10 per cent by 2022. The treatment of biodegradable waste to produce bio-CNG (or compressed biogas) therefore should be seen as a potential game changer. 

Centre for Science and the Environment (CSE) invites you to join its online training programme on bio-CNG - its technologies, management, and the economic and environmental benefits. 

COURSE COORDINATOR

Subhasish Parida
Programme Manager
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: subhasish.parida@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 7873222285

Course dates:February28-March 7, 2022
Last date to apply: February 26, 2022
Course duration: Eight days (10 hours)
Learning platforms:Zoom and Moodle
Course type: Online (self-paced and live sessions) 

Unlined and unscientifically designed landfills -- typically referred to as dumpsites – can lead to irreversible environmental and health hazards, ranging from greenhouse gas emissions, groundwater and surface water pollution and air pollution, to surface fires. Old dumpsites, in fact, are a well-known source of dislocated pollution due to the generation of hazardous leachates and emissions.

To address this, there is an urgent need to reclaim these sites for building new scientific landfills for disposal of inerts and residual solid waste, as well as for increasing the life of the landfills (referred to as 'extending landfill capacity'). Also, the legacy waste buried in dumpsites must be treated and recycled for gainful applications. 

The Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 has given a clear mandate to all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in India to complete remediation of their existing dumpsites by 2023 (for cities with less than 10 lakh population) and by 2024 (for cities with more than 10 lakh population) in compliance with environmentally sustainable methods. The country is, therefore, going to take up this massive challenge to remediate more than 1,300 million tonnes of legacy waste in next two-three years. The technical capacity of the ULBs and other stakeholders would play a pivotal role in dealing with such a colossal volume, and to ensure that such dumpsites are not reborn.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and implementation with regard to municipal solid waste (MSW) management at the regional, national and global levels. It recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualised this eight-day online training programme on Dumpsite Remediation and Landfill Management. 

The objective of the course is to provide state-of-art knowledge in landfill design and operations as well technological and policy interventions in dumpsite remediation projects. The participants in the training will get an opportunity to gain knowledge on the various challenges in landfill management and dumpsite remediation in developing economies by subject experts and leading national and international solid waste practitioners. Speciality areas such as sustainable landfilling practice, landfill design and operation and landfill mining including feasibility, preliminary investigation, operation and management of landfill mining, and impact of landfill mining on sustainable waste management system will be extensively covered.  

Course Highlights

• Landfill siting, design and construction, and operation
• Concept of dumpsite remediation, biomining and bioremediation
• Case studies of dumpsite remediation and landfill mining (national and international perspectives)
• Zero-landfill city – approaches and strategies
• Sustainable waste management (including recycling, composting and waste to energy) and waste economics including waste business development

Who will the training benefit:

• Solid waste practitioners
• Academicians and students
• Solid waste experts
• Officials from various urban local bodies
• NGOs
• Waste management industry professionals

Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the programme.

For more details please contact:

Course Coordinator
Richa Singh
Programme Officer
Municipal Solid Waste Management Programme
Centre for Science and Environment
Email:richa.singh@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 9920658638

The world generates a whopping 275 million tonne of plastic waste annually. Over 50 per cent of the plastic that is manufactured for single-use packaging, finds its way into the municipal solid waste stream. Globally, of all the plastics that have been produced, only 9 per cent is recycled; about 12 per cent is incinerated. The rest is simply dumped, and a considerable amount of this plastic ends up polluting our environment – our land, our waterbodies and the air.

In India, an estimated 25,940 tonne of plastic waste is generated every day. Reportedly, the plastic recycling rate in India is 60 per cent. The remaining 40 per cent ends up in the environment.

The Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) 2.0 provides a clear mandate to cities to increase segregation, collection and processing efficiency of plastic waste with the objective of recovering maximum value out of it. Urban local bodies have been given directives to prepare their City Solid Waste Action Plans (CSWAP) with special focus on plastic waste management. Financial assistance has also been committed by the Government of India. In addition, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has introduced a series of notifications on single-use plastics, plastic recycling and draft extended producer responsibility (EPR) to strengthen the mandate of SBM.

In view of this, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), which has been working on guiding policy on the issue of managing this waste sustainably, Invites registrations for its weeklong online training programme on plastic waste management. The programme is based on CSE’s recognition of the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes.

FOR MORE DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT:

SHAILSHREE TEWARI
Programme Officer,
Solid Waste Management Unit, CSE
Email: shailshree.tewari@cseindia.org
Phone: 8800371929

SOURCE SEGREGATION AND HOME COMPOSTING

Course Dates: SEPTEMBER 27-29, 2021
Course Duration: THREE DAYS (4 hours)
Learning Platforms: ZOOM AND MOODLE
Course Type: ONLINE (self-paced and live sessions)

Participation: BY INVITATION

African nations -- including Tanzania – manage to scientifically treat only a small segment of the waste that they generate. Burning and dumping of the waste are common practices, leading to greenhouse gas emissions, and pollution of surface water, groundwater, land and air; the resultant threat to public health and environment is immense.

The need of the hour is to promote source segregation to treat the waste streams separately -- more for the biodegradable waste, which is nearly or more than half of the total quantum of waste generated. Source segregation and home composting practices also need to be promoted institutionally by the city governments to reinforce circularity and for ensuring economically, socially and environmentally sustainable waste management systems.

ustainable waste management systems. As part of its collaboration with the people, government and agencies of Tanzania, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites city officials and urban managers from Tanzania to an exclusive threeday online training programme on Source Segregation and Home Composting. The objective of the programme is to provide a better understanding of the critical aspects of the management of solid waste through source segregation and composting of biodegradable waste at the household level.

For Further Details, Please Contact

Training Coordinator

RICHA SINGH,
Programme Officer, CSE
Email: richa.singh@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 9920658638

Municipal solid waste (MSW) has become a major concern for countries such as India because of growing population, urbanisation, economic development, and ever-changing production and consumption habits. According to India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), cities produces about 56 million tonne (MT) of municipal solid waste every year, out of which 75-80 per cent gets collected, but only 22-28 per cent of this is processed and treated. The remaining is disposed of in landfills. 

About 55-65 per cent of the MSW in India is biodegradable in nature. Considering the quantum of this waste and the problems associated with its management, it is critical to promote decentralised waste management. The current system, which is mostly centralised, has had limited success. Policy reforms and promotion of decentralised technology is needed to ensure sustenance of the value chain to augment a sustainable market for city compost. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), which emphasises on the importance of adopting resource-efficient organic waste management practices at a decentralised level, is announcing an eight-day online training course on Decentralised Management of Segregated Organic Waste. The training aims to develop an understanding of the critical aspects of decentralised organic waste treatment technology options practiced at various levels, including household, neighbourhood, ward and zone, and the ways to assure the value chain to support a long-term compost market.

Who can apply? 
Waste management practitioners, officials from Central and state urban departments and urban local bodies, urban and town planners, individuals, academicians, students, NGO representatives, environmental consultants, environmental engineers, academic institutions, and anyone is aspiring to work in the waste management sector. 

Mode of training
The online training course is self-paced; recorded video sessions from experts, presentations, and relevant reading material will be uploaded on CSE's online training platform for the benefit of the participants. Additionally, three live online sessions will be organised with sector specialists for in-depth discussion and answering queries from learners. Assessment exercises and group discussions on the modules will be provided for the evaluation and engagement of the participants. The course is designed to help the participants attend it alongside their regular work and study the course material at their convenience.  

Course Coordinator:

Subhasish Parida
Programme manager
Solid Waste Management unit, CSE
Email: subhasish.parida@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 7873222285

Course Dates: July 26–July 30, 2021
Last Date to Apply: July 23, 2021
Course Duration: Five days (6 hours)
Learning Platforms: Zoom and Moodle

Rapid urbanisation and rising consumption of goods make waste management in India a massive challenge. Urban India produces about 56 million metric tonnes (MMT) of municipal solid waste every year, about 90 per cent of which is collected; but merely 36 per cent of the collected waste is ‘treated’, and another 33 per cent is sent to landfills. The need of the hour is to shift the focus towards source segregation, recycling and reuse. This can strengthen and foster ‘Circular Economy’ by creating and optimising resource ‘loops’ along value chains and will ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns into the existing waste management systems.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and implementation with regard to municipal solid waste (MSW) management at the regional, national and global levels. It recognises the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualised a five-day online training programme on Source Segregation and Home Composting. The objective of the programme is to provide a better understanding of the key aspects of management of MSW through source segregation, and composting of the organic part at household level.

The mode of training would be online (self-paced) with a proper mix of interactive sessions addressed by subject matter experts and professionals. The course provides a flexibility of on-demand literature, virtual presentations and case studies. Assessment exercises and group discussions on the modules will be provided for assessment and engagement of the participants.

For further details, please contact the Course Coordinator

Richa Singh
Program Officer
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: richa.singh@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91 9920658638

India consumes an estimated 16.5 million tonnes of plastic annually, of this, 43% is plastic manufactured for single-use packaging material that will mostly find its way into garbage bins. In all, 80% of total plastic produced in India is discarded. At least 40% of the plastic waste generated every day-25,940 tonnes as per 2015 CPCB study for the year 2011-12--goes uncollected. Accurate data on plastic waste generation, collection and disposal are integral to how a country formulates its policy on waste management.

The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and advocacy for a sustainable plastic waste management. It recognizes
the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualized a 2-week online training programme on Sustainable Plastic Waste Management.

The course would help the participant to understand the need to use minimal plastic in their day to day life. Conscious purchase and consumption behavioral
changes to strengthen and foster Circular Economy is the aim of the 19-hour training programme.

The mode of training would be online (Self- paced) with a proper mix of interactive sessions with subject matter experts on plastic and sustainable plastic
free living.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Status of plastic waste management in India
• Major provisions of the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016
• Utilization of the concept of circular economy and resource efficiency
• Plastic free living in daily life
• Alternatives to plastics
• Effective ways of processing plastic waste
• National and international best practices

WHO CAN APPLY
Waste management practitioners, officials from central and state urban departments and municipalities, urban and town planners, village panchayat officials and members, academicians, students, and NGO representatives.

For further details, please contact the Course Coordinator

Shailshree Tewari
Program Officer,
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: shailshree.tewari@cseindia.org
Mobile: 8800371929

Ishani Sonak
Research Associate,
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: ishani.sonak@cseindia.org
Mobile: 9818884832

In 2019, the world generated a striking 53.6 million metric tons of E-waste, Asian continent generated 24.9 MT, largest in the world, of which India generated 3.2 MT, and is the third largest producer of E-waste after China and U.S.A. The per capita generation of E-waste in India stands at 2.4 Kg. Despite government's initiatives, 90 per cent of this waste is handled and management by the informal sector. It is the need of the hour to understand and act how to sustainably manage e-waste. Accurate data on e-waste generation, collection and disposal are integral to how a country formulates and evolves its policies and practices on waste management.

The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has been working on policy and advocacy for a sustainable E- waste management. It recognizes the need to adopt resource-efficient waste management regimes, based on which it has conceptualized one-week online training programme on `Sustainable E- Waste Management'. The objective of the programme is to provide a better understanding of the key aspects of e- waste management in India and international case studies, legal aspects and effective management practices of e-waste. purchase and consumption behavioral changes to strengthen and foster `Circular Economy' is the aim of the training programme.

The mode of training would be online with a proper mix of interactive sessions with subject matter experts on E-Waste and its management. The course provides a flexibility of on demand literature, virtual presentations and cases studies. Assessment exercises and group discussion on the modules is provided for selfassessment of the participants.

For further details, please contact the Course Coordinator

Siddharth Singh
Deputy Programme Manager
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: siddharth.singh@cseindia.org
Mobile: 9768902012

Ishani Sonak
Research Associate
Centre for Science and Environment
Email: ishani.sonak@cseindia.org
Mobile: 9818884832

With rapid urbanisation, waste management is a massive concern in the country. CSE recognises that the key to efficient waste management is to ensure proper segregation of waste at source. Ideally, segregation must be performed before waste leaves the establishment that produces it, be it a home or an institution. Source segregation will greatly help in providing localized solutions, improving collection efficiency and maximizing resource recovery from waste. Hence, segregation at source is critical for SWM to succeed.

Segregation at source is critical for SWM to succeed. Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is offering a two-day online training programme on understanding the importance of waste segregation at source and how can we practise segregation at our homes. The training will provide the context for waste segregation in India, details on the current scenario of waste segregation; gaps and challenges on the implementation of waste segregation and finally highlights the legislative framework on the waste segregation in the country. The legislative framework would capture the significance of source segregation in solid waste management rules, 2016 and the bye laws structure provided at state and urban local bodies level. In addition, a one hour live demonstration and discussion on how to practise source segregation at home.

The course will be conducted online, where participants will be enrolled and provided reading / audio-visual training material which they are expected to self-study. The platform will also allow participants and trainers to hold discussion threads where necessary.

Course Highlights

• Importance of waste segregation
• Current status of segregation in India
• Policies pertaining to segregation of waste
• Case studies

Who Can Apply

• Individual practitioners
• Students or interested stakeholders
• Urban local bodies, State Urban Department. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is launching an integrated training programme on Water Audit. The training programme will comprise of two parts: Basic learning (online platform) and Advanced learning (at our residential campus). The course is designed to provide an overall understanding of the water audit process which includes theoretical knowledge via lectures from sector experts, first-hand experience through group exercises, discussions, exposure visit to industries.

PART (A)

BASIC LEARNING (ONLINE) February 6-19, 2024

• Introduction to water audit
• Instruments used for water auditing
• Basics of water circuit diagram
• Fundamentals of Cooling towers, and Boilers
• Concept of water costing
• Highlights of CGWA notification
• Industrial wastewater management
• Case studies and assignments

Note: The training will be conducted on Moodle Platform where participants will be provided with the reading /audio-visual training material

The course material be for the duration of 2 hrs per day and live sessions will be on weekends for discussions.

PART B

ADVANCED LEARNING (ONSITE), May 7-10, 2024

• Advance concepts of water accounting
• Monitoring and Metering in industries
• Preparation of Water Audit Questionnaire
• Concept of water positivity, neutrality in industries
• Increasing COC of cooling towers
• Concepts to enhance boiler, pumps efficiencies
• Achieving ZLD in Industries
• Sector specific Case Studies

Venue: Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI), Neemli, Rajasthan.

The 4 day’s training will have sessions from sector experts, followed by class exercises and industry exposure visit.

For any Query, Kindly Contact

Training Coordinator

CSE is conducting an integrated online and onsite training programme on EIA. The training programme will comprise of two parts: Basic learning (online platform) and Advanced learning (at our residential campus). The course is designed to provide an overall understanding of the EIA process which includes theoretical knowledge via lectures from experts and firsthand experience through group exercises, discussions and case studies.

PROGRAM DESIGN

PART A 

BASIC LEARNING (ONLINE)

• Includes sessions on methodology for preparing an EIA, approach for baseline data collection, identification and assessment of impacts along with the Environmental Clearance process.
• Conducted on Moodle Platform where participants will be provided with pre-recorded reading / audio-visual training material which they are expected to self-study as per their convenience. The course material will be for the duration of 2 hours/day

PART B

ADVANCED LEARNING (ONSITE)

• Includes practical experience on assessing impacts for different sector projects.
• Developing Environmental monitoring & management plans;
• Reviewing of EIA reports;
• Understanding the intricacies of the EIA system;
• Working on case studies through group exercises and role play;
• Discussion and knowledge sharing with experts;
• Conducted at CSE’s residential campus, Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI) in Tijara, Alwar, Rajasthan.

For any Query, Kindly Contact

Training Coordinator

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is launching an integrated training programme on Water Audit. The training programme will comprise of two parts: Basic learning (online platform) and Advanced learning (at our residential campus). The course is designed to provide an overall understanding of the water audit process which includes theoretical knowledge via lectures from sector experts, first-hand experience through group exercises, discussions, exposure visit to industries.

PART (A)

BASIC LEARNING (ONLINE) February 6-19, 2024

• Introduction to water audit
• Instruments used for water auditing
• Basics of water circuit diagram
• Fundamentals of Cooling towers, and Boilers
• Concept of water costing
• Highlights of CGWA notification
• Industrial wastewater management
• Case studies and assignments

Note: The training will be conducted on Moodle Platform where participants will be provided with the reading /audio-visual training material

The course material be for the duration of 2 hrs per day and live sessions will be on weekends for discussions.

PART B

ADVANCED LEARNING (ONSITE), May 7-10, 2024

• Advance concepts of water accounting
• Monitoring and Metering in industries
• Preparation of Water Audit Questionnaire
• Concept of water positivity, neutrality in industries
• Increasing COC of cooling towers
• Concepts to enhance boiler, pumps efficiencies
• Achieving ZLD in Industries
• Sector specific Case Studies

Venue: Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI), Neemli, Rajasthan.

The 4 day’s training will have sessions from sector experts, followed by class exercises and industry exposure visit.

For any Query, Kindly Contact

Training Coordinator

CSE is launching an integrated online and onsite training programme on EIA. The training programme will comprise of two parts: Basic learning (online platform) and Advanced learning (at our residential campus). The course is designed to provide an overall understanding of the EIA process which includes theoretical knowledge via lectures from experts and firsthand experience through group exercises, discussions and case studies.

PROGRAM DESIGN

PART A

BASIC LEARNING (ONLINE PLATFORM) August 22 - 31, 2023

• Includes sessions on methodology for preparing an EIA, approach for baseline data collection, identification and assessment of impacts alongwith the Environmental Clearance process and understanding of EIA process and legislation from developed countries
• Conducted on Moodle Platform where participants will be provided with reading / audio-visual training material which they are expected to self-study. The course material will be for the duration of 2-3 hrs/day

PART B

ADVANCED LEARNING (ONSITE), September 26 - 29, 2023

• Includes practical experience on assessing impacts for different sector projects and developing their Environmental monitoring & management plans;
• Hands on experience of presenting case to committee members for environmental clearance;
• Review of EIA reports;
• Understanding of Risk assessment studies;
• Working on case studies through group exercises and role play.
• Conducted at CSE’s residential campus, Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI) in Tijara, Alwar, Rajasthan.

For any Query, Kindly Contact

Training Coordinator

Background

Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) and Continuous Effluent Quality Monitoring System (CEQMS) were mandated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 17 categories of highly polluting industries (classified under highly polluting industries) and for common pollution treatment facilities. The purpose of mandating real-time monitoring is to strengthen the monitoring and compliance mechanism in the industries and also to promote the measurement of real-time data, which is to become the basis for regulators to check compliance by the industries in near future. In addition to this, these systems can also help industrial sectors/regulators in process optimization and taking timely corrective measures. Since CEMS and CEQMS are complex and expensive technologies, there are significant challenges and risks associated with their implementation. Therefore, appropriate knowledge and skill development for CEMS and CEQMS becomes most crucial factor for industries, regulators and other stakeholders.

Furthermore, in order to ensure proper implementation, auditing of these real-time technologies is an essential factor in improving the systems already installed in the industries. So this programme will also lay focus on audit methodology, which ensures correct implementation of the real time monitoring of emissions and effluent in an industry, to check whether stated standards and other regulatory requirements are being followed, status of facility’s compliance, certification, verification, accreditation of the system, technical acceptance through calibration, quality assurance, generating accurate, reliable and traceable data and other related aspects.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need and announces an online course on “Continuous Emission and Effluent Quality monitoring System and its Audit Methodology” for environment professionals.

This course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as technical discussion with experts, recorded sessions from experts, presentations, videos and reading material.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Pollution monitoring regulations in India and developed countries like US, Europe.
• PM CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations
• Gaseous CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• CEQMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• Correct installation, operation & maintenance of CEMS and CEQMS.
• Requirement and procedures of calibration for CEMS and CEQMS.
• Data acquisition, handling and reporting.
• Data interpretation, compliance check and improvement.
• CEMS and CEQMS- Audit Methodology.
• Assessment of monitoring technologies, installation, calibration and maintenance practices while conducting audit.
• Development of CEMS and CEQMS audit questionnaire.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Shreya Verma
Senior Research Associate
Industrial Pollution
Centre for Science and Environment
Mobile- +91-8882084294
shreya@cseindia.org

The Water Act, 1974, the Air Act, 1981 and Environment Protection Act, 1986 enacted in order to prevent and control damages to the environment. In today’s scenario, there is a dire need of a strong environmental regulatory framework. India does have a comprehensive system of regulations to protect its natural environment and the health of its people. Government in the last few decades has shown keen interest in protecting and promoting the environment and consequently enacted various Environmental Laws. The understanding of different environmental laws is important in preventing environmental damage and ensuring effective management of the environment and its multiple ecosystems. 

There also seems to be a gap between the available regulations or laws and the basic enactment or application of the laws into the real time scenarios. To address this gap, Centre for Science and Environment, is organizing a 10 days online training course on “Understanding Environmental law for improving environmental management”. 

This comprehensive online training will cover the relevant issues, recent advancements and significance of environmental laws. 

Mode of training

The course is designed in a manner to help the participants in attending this course along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience. Recorded sessions will be uploaded on the training platform for the participants to study. Live online sessions will be organized with experts for Q& A and further discussions. 

Learning from the Programme 

• Learning about laws and rules: Environmental Protection Act, Air and Water Act, Solid, Hazardous, Plastic and E-waste Management rules and E- vehicle policy.
• Understanding of the environmental governance structure of the country and proficient with intricacies of environmental laws/rules/ principles it has been built on.
• Applicability of various environmental laws and regulations on industries, individuals and stakeholders.
• Responsibility of various agencies and organizations under the purview of different laws.
• Role of National Green Tribunal (NGT), environmental courts and public interest litigation (PIL);
• Overview of International Environmental Agreements, Treaties and Protocols. 

Course coordinator

Shobhit Srivastava
Deputy Programme Manager
Industrial Pollution Unit
Centre for Science & Environment
Email: shobhit.srivastava@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91-9711049558

BACKGROUND
The world is facing enduring water risks with the demand-supply gap increasing at an alarming rate. The industry is an important stakeholder in water resource management and as a responsible member of the community, needs to be proactive in combating water risks. The increasing industrial production, especially in water-intensive industries (like thermal power plants, steel, pharmaceuticals, tanneries, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilizers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability. 

Sourcing water and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect of the sustainability of any industry. Industries that are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during the summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the past few years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce their water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in the future.& nbsp;

Water use optimization, improving water accounting systems, and identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as effective approaches for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bringdown consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping, cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc. can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits. 

Understanding the relevance of the subject, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two-week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding of the above aspects of water audit, wastewater management, and recycling. The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as recorded video presentations, discussions with experts, and reading material. 

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as recorded video presentations, discussions with experts, and reading material. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive an e-certificate.    

WHO CAN APPLY? 
Industry professionals, EHS officials, Environmental Consultants, Environment Engineers, Environment Regulators, Environmental laboratories, Academic institutions, Students, Research scholars, and others aspiring to work in the field of water audit and wastewater management field. 

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME 

• Water audit – Introduction, Scope, and Methodology
• Preparing industry-specific water audit questionnaire
• Water audit instrumentation, metering, and accounting
• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance with industry-specific case studies
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Understanding water utilities basics - pumps and cooling towers
• New CGWA notification covering mandatory water audit
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies with a focus on zero-discharge technologies
• Industry-specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits
• Water and wastewater costing and cost-benefit analysis of water-saving schemes
• Case studies of different water-intensive sectors 

MODE OF TRAINING 
The online course is self-paced wherein pre-recorded video sessions from experts, presentations, and other reading material will be uploaded on CSE’s online training platform on daily basis. Additionally, 2-3 live online sessions will be organized over the weekend with all the experts for taking up queries. The course is designed in a manner to help participants in attending it along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience. 

COURSE COORDINATOR

Divyansh Upadhyay
Senior Research Associate
Industry Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: divyansh.u@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91-8318629764

Background

Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) and Continuous Effluent Quality Monitoring System (CEQMS) were mandated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 17 categories of highly polluting industries (classified under highly polluting industries) and for common pollution treatment facilities. The purpose of mandating real-time monitoring is to strengthen the monitoring and compliance mechanism in the industries and also to promote the measurement of real-time data, which is to become the basis for regulators to check compliance by the industries in near future. In addition to this, these systems can also help industrial sectors/regulators in process optimization and taking timely corrective measures. Since CEMS and CEQMS are complex and expensive technologies, there are significant challenges and risks associated with their implementation. Therefore, appropriate knowledge and skill development for CEMS and CEQMS becomes most crucial factor for industries, regulators and other stakeholders.

Furthermore, in order to ensure proper implementation, auditing of these real-time technologies is an essential factor in improving the systems already installed in the industries. So this programme will also lay focus on audit methodology, which ensures correct implementation of the real time monitoring of emissions and effluent in an industry, to check whether stated standards and other regulatory requirements are being followed, status of facility’s compliance, certification, verification, accreditation of the system, technical acceptance through calibration, quality assurance, generating accurate, reliable and traceable data and other related aspects.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need and announces an online course on “Continuous Emission and Effluent Quality monitoring System and its Audit Methodology” for environment professionals.

This course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as technical discussion with experts, recorded sessions from experts, presentations, videos and reading material.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Pollution monitoring regulations in India and developed countries like US, Europe.
• PM CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations
• Gaseous CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• CEQMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• Correct installation, operation & maintenance of CEMS and CEQMS.
• Requirement and procedures of calibration for CEMS and CEQMS.
• Data acquisition, handling and reporting.
• Data interpretation, compliance check and improvement.
• CEMS and CEQMS- Audit Methodology.
• Assessment of monitoring technologies, installation, calibration and maintenance practices while conducting audit.
• Development of CEMS and CEQMS audit questionnaire.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Shreya Verma
Senior Research Associate
Industrial Pollution
Centre for Science and Environment
Mobile- +91-8882084294
shreya@cseindia.org

CSE is launching an integrated online and onsite training programme on EIA. The training programme will comprise of two parts: Basic learning (online platform) and Advanced learning (at our residential campus). The course is designed to provide an overall understanding of the EIA process which includes theoretical knowledge via lectures from experts and firsthand experience through group exercises, discussions and case studies.

PROGRAM DESIGN

PART A

BASIC LEARNING (ONLINE PLATFORM) JULY 26 - AUGUST 4, 2022

• Includes sessions on methodology for preparing an EIA, approach for baseline data collection, identification and assessment of impacts alongwith the Environmental Clearance process and understanding of EIA process and legislation from developed countries
• Conducted on Moodle Platform where participants will be provided with reading / audio-visual training material which they are expected to self-study. The course material will be for the duration of 2-3 hrs/day

PART B

 ADVANCED LEARNING (ONSITE), SEPTEMBER 13 - 16, 2022

• Includes practical experience on assessing impacts for different sector projects and developing their Environmental monitoring & management plans;
• Hands on experience of presenting case to committee members for environmental clearance;
• Review of EIA reports;
• Understanding of Risk assessment studies;
• Working on case studies through group exercises and role play.
• Conducted at CSE’s residential campus, Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI) in Tijara, Alwar, Rajasthan.

For any Query, Kindly Contact

Training Coordinator

MD. MOSTAK AL FARHAD
Email: md.mostak@cseindia.org
Mob: +91-9038775372

India has a comprehensive system of regulations to protect its natural environment and the health of its people. From the enactment of Water Act in 1974, a number of laws and regulations have been put into force in this regard. However, the intended purposes of these laws are far from being fulfilled due to various reasons. One of the issues which sterns out is a holistic understanding of the different laws and how they should be looked into in a concerted manner for better environmental management.

Considering the need to fill the gaps, Centre for Science and Environment, is organizing a 12 days online training course on “Understanding Environmental law for improving environmental management”.

Course Objective
This 12 days online course has been designed to capacitate the people working in the field of environment and the prospective environmentalist with an objective to develop a better understanding and knowledge of the laws and their interrelationship.  This course will also be beneficial for students as wellwho aspire to develop their carrier in environment field.

The course will be conducted through technological learning tools such as presentations, videos, discussion with experts and reading material.

Learning from the Programme

• Better understanding of the environmental governance structure of the country, major institutions and their implementation statistics;
• Learning about laws and rules waste management, forest and wildlife, air, water and Environmental Protection Act;
• Increased understanding of the obligations of industry and individuals under various environmental laws and regulations and how to meet these obligations;
• Role of National Green Tribunal (NGT), environmental courts and public interest litigation (PIL);
• Understanding of international treaties and agreements Government of India subscribes to the impact of non-compliance with such agreements on business.

Course Format
The online course will be based on self study basis wherein recorded sessions from experts, presentations and reading material will be uploaded on the training platform for the participants to study. The training portal has a dedicated discussion forum where all the queries can be posted and answered by the experts. Additionally, live online sessions will be organized with experts for Q & A and further discussions. The course is designed in a manner to help the participants in attending this course along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience.

For any query, please contact:

Ishita Garg,
Training Coordinator
Industrial Air Pollution Team
Email: ishita.garg@cseindia.org

Background

Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) and Continuous Effluent Quality Monitoring System (CEQMS) were mandated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 17 categories of highly polluting industries (classified under highly polluting industries) and for common pollution treatment facilities. The purpose of mandating real-time monitoring is to strengthen the monitoring and compliance mechanism in the industries and also to promote the measurement of real-time data, which is to become the basis for regulators to check compliance by the industries in near future. In addition to this, these systems can also help industrial sectors/regulators in process optimization and taking timely corrective measures. Since CEMS and CEQMS are complex and expensive technologies, there are significant challenges and risks associated with their implementation. Therefore, appropriate knowledge and skill development for CEMS and CEQMS becomes most crucial factor for industries, regulators and other stakeholders.

Furthermore, in order to ensure proper implementation, auditing of these real-time technologies is an essential factor in improving the systems already installed in the industries. So this programme will also lay focus on audit methodology, which ensures correct implementation of the real time monitoring of emissions and effluent in an industry, to check whether stated standards and other regulatory requirements are being followed, status of facility’s compliance, certification, verification, accreditation of the system, technical acceptance through calibration, quality assurance, generating accurate, reliable and traceable data and other related aspects.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need and announces an online course on “Continuous Emission and Effluent Quality monitoring System and its Audit Methodology” for environment professionals.

This course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as technical discussion with experts, recorded sessions from experts, presentations, videos and reading material.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Pollution monitoring regulations in India and developed countries like US, Europe.
• PM CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations
• Gaseous CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• CEQMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• Correct installation, operation & maintenance of CEMS and CEQMS.
• Requirement and procedures of calibration for CEMS and CEQMS.
• Data acquisition, handling and reporting.
• Data interpretation, compliance check and improvement.
• CEMS and CEQMS- Audit Methodology.
• Assessment of monitoring technologies, installation, calibration and maintenance practices while conducting audit.
• Development of CEMS and CEQMS audit questionnaire.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Shreya Verma
Senior Research Associate
Industrial Pollution
Centre for Science and Environment
Mobile- +91-8882084294
shreya@cseindia.org

BACKGROUND:  

Increasing industrial production especially in water intensive industries (like thermal power plants, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilisers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability.  Sourcing water and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect for sustainability of any industry. Industries which are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the past few years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce its water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in future.  

Water use optimisation, improving water accounting systems, identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as an effective approach for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bring down consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping, cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc.  can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits. 

Understanding the relevance of the subject, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding on the above aspects of water audit, wastewater management and recycling. 

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as

recorded video presentations, discussion with experts and reading material. Upon

completion of course, participants will receive e-certificate of completion.  

WHO CAN APPLY? 

Industry professionals, EHS officials, environmental consultants, environment engineers, environment regulators, environmental laboratories, academic institutions and others aspiring to work in water audit and wastewater management field.  

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME 

• Water audit – Introduction, Scope and Methodology
• Preparing industry specific water audit questionnaire
• Water audit instrumentation, metering and accounting
• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance with industry-specific case studies
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Water audit, wastewater recycling and reuse – Regulatory aspects
• New CGWA notification covering mandatory water audit
• Understanding water utilities basics - pumps and cooling towers
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies with a focus on zero discharge technologies
• Industry specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits;
• Water and wastewater costing and cost benefit analysis of water saving schemes
• Case studies/Assignments/Exercises  

MODE OF TRAINING 

The online course is self-paced wherein pre-recorded video sessions from experts, presentations and other reading material will be uploaded on CSE’s online training platform on daily basis. Additionally, 2-3 live online sessions will be organized over weekend with all the experts for taking up queries. The course is designed in a manner to help participants in attending it along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience.  

COURSE COORDINATOR

Divyansh Upadhyay
Sr. Research Associate
Industry Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: divyansh.u@cseindia.org
Mobile: 8382954042

Background

Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) and Continuous Effluent Quality Monitoring System (CEQMS) were mandated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 17 categories of highly polluting industries (classified under highly polluting industries) and for common pollution treatment facilities. The purpose of mandating real-time monitoring is to strengthen the monitoring and compliance mechanism in the industries and also to promote the measurement of real-time data, which is to become the basis for regulators to check compliance by the industries in near future. In addition to this, these systems can also help industrial sectors/regulators in process optimization and taking timely corrective measures. Since CEMS and CEQMS are complex and expensive technologies, there are significant challenges and risks associated with their implementation. Therefore, appropriate knowledge and skill development for CEMS and CEQMS becomes most crucial factor for industries, regulators and other stakeholders.

Furthermore, in order to ensure proper implementation, auditing of these real-time technologies is an essential factor in improving the systems already installed in the industries. So this programme will also lay focus on audit methodology, which ensures correct implementation of the real time monitoring of emissions and effluent in an industry, to check whether stated standards and other regulatory requirements are being followed, status of facility’s compliance, certification, verification, accreditation of the system, technical acceptance through calibration, quality assurance, generating accurate, reliable and traceable data and other related aspects.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need and announces an online course on “Continuous Emission and Effluent Monitoring Systems” for regulators.

This course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as technical discussion with experts, recorded sessions from experts, presentations, videos and reading material.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Pollution monitoring regulations in India and developed countries like US, Europe.
• PM CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations
• Gaseous CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• CEQMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• Correct installation, operation & maintenance of CEMS and CEQMS.
• Requirement and procedures of calibration for CEMS and CEQMS.
• Data acquisition, handling and reporting.
• Data interpretation, compliance check and improvement.
• CEMS and CEQMS- Audit Methodology.
• Assessment of monitoring technologies, installation, calibration and maintenance practices while conducting audit.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Shreya Verma
Programme officer
Industrial Pollution Team
Centre for Science and Environment
Mobile- +91-8882084294
shreya@cseindia.org

Date: July 19 – August 1, 2021
Last Date of Apply: July 15, 2021
Course fee:  INR 3,500/- (Indian participants) / USD 100 (Global participants)

BACKGROUND:
Increasing industrial production especially in water intensive industries (like thermal power plants, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilisers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability.  Sourcing water and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect for sustainability of any industry. Industries which are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the past few years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce its water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in future.   

Water use optimisation, improving water accounting systems, identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as an effective approach for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bring down consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping, cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc.  can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits.

Understanding the relevance of the subject, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding on the above aspects of water audit, wastewater management and recycling.

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as presentations, videos, discussion with experts and other audio and reading material. Upon completion of course, participants will receive e-certificate of completion.

WHO CAN APPLY? 
Industry professionals, EHS officials, environmental consultants, environment engineers, environment regulators, environmental laboratories, academic institutions and others aspiring to work in water audit and wastewater management field.

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME 

• Water audit – Introduction, Scope and Methodology
• Preparing industry specific water audit questionnaire
• Water audit instrumentation, metering and accounting
• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance with industry-specific case studies
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Water audit, wastewater recycling and reuse – Regulatory aspects
• New CGWA notification covering mandatory water audit
• Understanding water utilities basics - pumps and cooling towers
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies with a focus on zero discharge technologies
• Industry specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits;
• Water and wastewater costing and cost benefit analysis of water saving schemes
• Case studies/Assignments/Exercises

MODE OF TRAINING 
The online course is self-paced wherein recorded video sessions from experts, presentations and other reading material will be uploaded on CSE’s online training platform on daily basis. Additionally, 2-3 live online sessions will be organized with all the experts for taking up queries over weekend. The course is designed in a manner to help participants in attending it along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Sugandha Arora
Programme Officer
Industrial Sustainability Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: sugandha.arora@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91-9953588873

Background

There are three important stakeholders in an EIA study: project proponent, consultant and regulator. Each of them has a role to play in identifying and quantifying the impacts of a project and implementing appropriate mitigation measures. A good EIA study can actually prove beneficial to the project proponent and save them the cost incurred due to non-compliance. However, there is a lot of ignorance in the stakeholders towards the implications of a poor EIA study on the future of the project.

In order to make the process of EIA substantial, clearer and deeper understanding is the need of the hour. Considering this need, Centre for Science and Environment, which is known for its path breaking research and advocacy and well recognized for its leading edge in capacitating public institutions and regulatory agencies is organizing a 10 day-long online training course on “EIA: a requirement beyond clearance”.

Course Objective

This online course has been designed to capacitate the people working in the field of environment and the prospective environmentalist to develop a better understanding of the EIA process.

Mode of Training 

The online course will majorly be based on self study basis wherein recorded sessions from experts, presentations and reading material will be uploaded on the training platform for the participants to study. The training portal has a dedicated discussion forum where all the queries can be posted and answered by the experts. Additionally, live online sessions will be organized with experts for Q& A and further discussions. The course is designed in a manner to help the participants in attending this course along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience.

Learning from the course

• Consequences of poor EIA reporting
• Methodology for EIA preparation
• Methodology for data collection
• Evaluation, interpretation and validation of data
• Analysis of socio-economic impacts
• Preparation of Environmental Management Plans
• Case studies on good environmental practices
• Review and evaluation of EIA reports
• EIA legislation: India and developed countries

Who can apply?

• Industry professionals; Environment Consultants; Environment Engineers
• Researchers and academicians
• Students aspiring to work in environment field

For any query, please contact:

Ishita Garg,
Training Coordinator
Industrial Air Pollution Team
Email: ishita.garg@cseindia.org

COURSE DATE: March  01 – 14, 2021

BACKGROUND: 

Increasing industrial production especially in water intensive industries (like thermal power plants, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilisers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability.  Sourcing water and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect for sustainability of any industry. Industries which are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the past few years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce its water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in future.   

Water use optimisation, improving water accounting systems, identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as an effective approach for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bring down consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping (energy), cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc.  can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits. 

Understanding the relevance of the subject, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding on the above aspects of water audit, wastewater management and recycling. 

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as presentations, videos, discussion with experts and other audio and reading material. Upon completion of course, participants will receive e-certificate of completion.  

WHO CAN APPLY? 
Industry professionals, environmental consultants, environment engineers, environment regulators, environmental laboratories, academic institutions and others aspiring to work in water audit and wastewater management field. 

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME 

• Water audit – Introduction, Scope and Methodology
• Preparing industry specific water audit questionnaire
• Water audit instrumentation, metering and accounting
• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance with industry-specific case studies
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Understanding water utilities basics - pumps and cooling towers
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies
• Water audit, wastewater recycling and reuse – Regulatory aspects
• Industry specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits;
• Water and wastewater costing and cost benefit analysis of water saving schemes
• Case studies/Assignments/Exercises   

MODE OF TRAINING 
The online course is self-paced wherein recorded sessions from experts, presentations and other reading material will be uploaded on the training platform on daily basis. Additionally, 2-3 live online sessions will be organized with all the experts for taking up queries over weekend. The course is designed in a manner to help participants in attending this course along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience.  

COURSE COORDINATOR

Sugandha Arora
Programme Officer
Industrial Sustainability Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: sugandha.arora@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91-9953588873

Background

Installation of Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) and Continuous Effluent Quality Monitoring System (CEQMS) were mandated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 17 categories of highly polluting industries (classified under highly polluting industries) and for common pollution treatment facilities. The purpose of mandating real-time monitoring is to strengthen the monitoring and compliance mechanism in the industries and also to promote the measurement of real-time data, which is to become the basis for regulators to check compliance by the industries in near future. In addition to this, these systems can also help industrial sectors/regulators in process optimization and taking timely corrective measures. Since CEMS and CEQMS are complex and expensive technologies, there are significant challenges and risks associated with their implementation. Therefore, appropriate knowledge and skill development for CEMS and CEQMS becomes most crucial factor for industries, regulators and other stakeholders.

Furthermore, in order to ensure proper implementation, auditing of these real-time technologies is an essential factor in improving the systems already installed in the industries. So this programme will also lay focus on audit methodology, which ensures correct implementation of the real time monitoring of emissions and effluent in an industry, to check whether stated standards and other regulatory requirements are being followed, status of facility’s compliance, certification, verification, accreditation of the system, technical acceptance through calibration, quality assurance, generating accurate, reliable and traceable data and other related aspects.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need and announces an online course on “Continuous Emission and Effluent Quality monitoring System and its Audit Methodology” for environment professionals.

This course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as technical discussion with experts, recorded sessions from experts, presentations, videos and reading material.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Pollution monitoring regulations in India and developed countries like US, Europe.
• PM CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations
• Gaseous CEMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• CEQMS Technologies and its suitability and limitations.
• Correct installation, operation & maintenance of CEMS and CEQMS.
• Requirement and procedures of calibration for CEMS and CEQMS.
• Data acquisition, handling and reporting.
• Data interpretation, compliance check and improvement.
• CEMS and CEQMS- Audit Methodology.
• Assessment of monitoring technologies, installation, calibration and maintenance practices while conducting audit.
• Development of CEMS and CEQMS audit questionnaire.

COURSE COORDINATOR

Shreya Verma
Senior Research Associate
Industrial Pollution
Centre for Science and Environment
Mobile- +91-8882084294
shreya@cseindia.org

COURSE DATE: November 23 – December 6, 2020

BACKGROUND: 
Increasing industrial production especially in water intensive industries (like thermal power plants, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilisers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability.  Sourcing water and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect for sustainability of any industry. Industries which are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the past few years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce its water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in future.   

Water use optimisation, improving water accounting systems, identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as an effective approach for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bring down consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping (energy), cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc.  can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits. 

Understanding the relevance of the subject, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding on the above aspects of water audit, wastewater management and recycling. 

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as presentations, videos, discussion with experts and other audio and reading material. Upon completion of course, participants will receive e-certificate of participation.

WHO CAN APPLY? 
Industry professionals, environmental consultants, environment engineers, environment regulators, environmental laboratories, academic institutions and others aspiring to work in water audit and wastewater management field. 

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME < strong> 

• Water audit – Introduction, Scope and Methodology
• Preparing industry specific water audit questionnaire
• Water audit instrumentation, metering and accounting
• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance with industry-specific case studies
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Understanding water utilities basics - pumps and cooling towers
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies
• Industry specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits;
• Water and wastewater costing and cost benefit analysis of water saving schemes
• Case studies/Assignments/Exercises 

MODE OF TRAINING
The online course is self-paced wherein recorded sessions from experts, presentations and other reading material will be uploaded on the training platform on daily basis. Additionally, 2-3 live online sessions will be organized with all the experts for taking up queries. The course is designed in a manner to help the participants in attending this course along with their regular work and study the course material at their own convenience

COURSE COORDINATOR

Sugandha Arora
Programme Officer
Industrial Pollution Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: sugandha.arora@cseindia.org

BACKGROUND: 
Increasing industrial production especially in water intensive industries (like thermal power plants, pulp & paper, textiles, fertilisers, etc.) is already putting pressure on the limited freshwater resources in India and worldwide. This coupled with increased water demand from other sectors like infrastructure development, agriculture, domestic, etc. is leading to major conflicts over water availability. Water sourcing and managing wastewater is becoming increasingly difficult & expensive and hence is an important aspect for sustainability for any industry. Industries which are heavily dependent on water for their production have to cut down on their production at times due to scarcity of water mainly during summer season. Such scenarios have become more frequent in the recent years due to increasing water stress. Therefore, it is very critical that industries use water judiciously and reduce its water footprint as much as possible in order to be sustainable in future.

Water use optimisation, improving water accounting systems, identifying water losses and opportunities for water savings can serve as an effective approach for reducing water consumption. Also, efficient wastewater treatment technologies and recycling and reuse practices can further bring down consumption and effluent generation. Further, substantial costs which are associated with water & wastewater management like water sourcing, cost of pumping (energy), cost of water treatment (chemicals), cost of effluent treatment & disposal, etc. can be effectively reduced through better water and wastewater management and through periodic conduction of water audits.

Understanding the relevance of the subject, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has developed a two week online course with the aim of providing a wider understanding on the above aspects of water audits, improving water use efficiency of industries and wastewater management, recycling and reuse.

The course will be conducted online through technological learning tools such as recorded presentations of experts, videos, online discussion with experts and reading material.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Environmental professionals in industries, environmental consultants, environment regulators, environmental laboratories, academic institutions and other interested participants. Upon successful completion of course, participants will receive e-certificates.

KEY LEARNINGS FROM THE PROGRAMME 

• Preparing water circuit diagram and water balance for better water accounting
• Conducting water audit – scope, methodology and instrumentation
• Improving performance of cooling towers for water use efficiency
• Specific water consumption & benchmarking
• Advanced water & wastewater treatment technologies
• Effluent recycling and reuse practices - Industry specific case studies
• Zero liquid discharge technologies for polluting industries
• Industry specific case studies on opportunities identified for water savings through water audits
• Cost benefit analysis of water saving schemes
• Case studies/Exercises/Tests 

COURSE COORDINATOR

Sugandha Arora
Programme Officer
Industrial Pollution Unit | Centre for Science & Environment
Email: sugandha.arora@cseindia.org
Mobile: +91-9953588873

Globally, one of the major functions of the regulatory authorities is that of environmental management. As part of the overall management plans, the authorities are required to formulate plans for prevention, control and abatement of environmental pollution. To ensure better environmental management system implementation, it is imperative to have comprehensive database that indicates the status of environmental quality. Collection of such database requires a good monitoring network comprising of well-established infrastructure, comprehensive protocol of monitoring, and skilled manpower to oversee and ensure the reliability of data. However, such ideal monitoring networks have significant cost implications, require skilled manpower, are resource and time intensive, and have limitations in terms of the functions of the responsible organization/agency. Therefore, it is the need of the hour to streamline the environmental quality monitoring (EQM) process by using more contemporary and alternative technologies that are able to reliably cater and fulfill the needs and demands of the current monitoring regime without compromising significantly on the quality of the data.

Instruments based on sensor technology that are designed in a way that makes them self-monitoring, analyzing and reporting or SMART–have proved to be one such promising alternative for developing countries in the Global South region. In addition to being smart, these instruments are also portable and come at a cost that is much lesser than that of the regulatory grade monitoring instruments.

Even though the technology is at a nascent stage, the recent advancements in this technology have helped it to leapfrog into the new age instruments and find its application in a host of areas including EQM.

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) recognizes this need to fill in the gaps of the conventional method of monitoring, and offers a two-week online training programme on understanding the various facets of Environmental Quality Monitoring using sensor-based technology and its various applications. The objective of the programme is to build the capacity of the participants in the field of air and water quality monitoring at a global level.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

The sessions will be covering the following facet of the sensorbased technology

• Policies pertaining to monitoring

• Concept of SMART monitoring using sensor-based instruments

• Citizen monitoring

• Case studies

• Knowledge and experiencing sharing through discussion

For further details, please contact the Course Coordinator

Digvijay Singh Bisht, Centre for Science and Environment
Email: digvijay@cseindia.org 
Mobile: 9891921959

Air quality monitoring, data generation and analytics are critical steps for better air quality management in urban centres. Air quality data analysis, pollution source assessment complemented by public health linkages provide crucial evidence in understanding and identifying key air pollutants, their contribution to hotspot area identification and assessmentand formulating source-specific intervention strategies for air pollution mitigation.

New approaches and techniques such as advanced instrumentations, real-time monitoring, low-cost and cost-effective monitoring and methods, satellite-based air quality monitoring, real-time source apportionment and integrated and dynamic emission inventory are emerging globally. 

This online training course represents our initiative to promote good regulatory practices, enhance knowledge and build capacity on understanding air quality monitoring data analytics and pollution source assessment and deepen understanding within the larger context of air pollution mitigation. 

This fortnight long course is designed for the government officials, practitioners, professionals, consultants, academics, researchers, students etc to understand and build knowledge and insights into the imperative of air quality data and analytics and its linkages to strategies and interventions within the air quality management perspective. 

Course structure

This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platforms through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme will cover the following:

Module 1: Understanding air quality data for better air quality management

Module 2: Strengtheningair quality monitoring

Module 3: Understanding air quality index and health implications

Module 4: Air quality data analytics

Module 5: New air quality monitoring and assessment approaches including satellite-based monitoring

Module 6: Air quality forecasting

Module 7: Air pollution sources identification and assessment

Module 8: Understanding source apportionment and dynamic and integrated emission inventory

Module 9: Regulatory framework for air quality management

The self-paced training has been designed in such a way that it can be completed along with a regular job or study

Who can apply?

• Government officials from departments involved with air quality monitoring and management
• Professionals, consultants and practitioners helping with strategy development in cities
• NGOs and civil society groups involved in air pollution sensitisation, outreach and communications
• Academicians and researchers
• Students aiming to enrich curriculum and shaping careers in this sector
• Media persons writing on air pollution issue

For more information, please contact 

Shubhansh Tiwari
Mobile: +91-8448337484
Email: shubhansh.tiwari@cseindia.org

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 – 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Course dates: February 12-25, 2022

Traffic impact assessment (TIA) is a systematic study to analyse the impact of the additional traffic generated by any new development on existing transport system in an area. Generally, TIA is required for big developments which have the potential to generate a huge number of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. TIA is undertaken to ensure the developer address the relevant issues related to transport within and the surroundings of the proposed development and if required local authorities may also recover some developmental charges to upgrade the transport infrastructure impacted areas. TIA is gaining popularity among decision makers. State authorities have started to recognise the importance of TIA and included TIA in their rules and regulations. This self-paced online training course will help participants to build a comprehensive understanding and knowledge base on the overall purpose, components and benefits of conducting a TIA including the regulatory provisions and analytical techniques to carry out the assessment work. 

Course structure

This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films, interviews etc. The programme will highlight and cover the following:

• Overview of TIA
• Purpose and scope of conducting a TIA
• TIA and its overall framework
• TIA assessment
• Case studies 

Learning from the course

• Sound understanding of framework and methodologies to conduct a TIA
• Skill building on modern traffic analysis and traffic forecasting techniques
• Evaluate and assess the impact of any development on transportation
• Make traffic recommendations more confidently 

Who can apply?

• Students of transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning programmes
• Professionals/ practitioners from transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning sectors
• Programme managers of transport/ infrastructure solution providers/consultants
• Developers
• Researchers and consultants
• Environmental consultants  

For more information, please contact 

Shourabh Gupta
Mobile: +91-8826806794
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org 

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 – 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Air quality monitoring, data generation and analytics is a critical step towards air quality management in cities. Air quality data analytics and pollution source assessment complemented by public health linkages provide crucial evidence in understanding and identifying key air pollution sources, their contribution, hotspot area identification and assessment and formulating source-specific intervention strategies for air pollution mitigation. New approaches and techniques such as advance instruments and satellite-based air quality monitoring, advance source apportionment and integrated emission inventory are emerging globally. Therefore air quality data and analytics understanding, knowledge and skills is imperative to assess source contribution and designing mitigation strategies. This online training course represents our initiative to promote good regulatory practices, enhance knowledge and build capacity on understanding air quality monitoring data analytics and pollution source assessment and deepen understanding within the larger context of air pollution mitigation. This fortnight long course is designed for the regulators, practitioners, professionals, academics etc to understand and build knowledge and insights into the imperative of air quality data and analytics and its linkages to strategies and interventions within the air quality management perspective.  

Course structure

This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme will cover the following: 

• Module 1: Understanding air quality data for better air quality management
• Module 2: Air quality monitoring
• Module 3: Understanding air quality index
• Module 4: Air quality data analytics
• Module 5: New air quality monitoring approaches
• Module 6: Air quality forecasting
• Module 7: Air pollution source assessment
• Module 8: Source identification and assessment
• Module 9: Understanding source apportionment and integrated emission inventory
• Module 10: Regulatory framework for air quality management 

Certificate: Participants will be awarded a certificate of participation on completion of the course  

Who can apply?

• Government officials from departments involved with air quality monitoring and management
• Professionals and practitioners helping with strategy development in cities
• NGOs and civil society groups involved in air pollution sensitisation, outreach and communications
• Academicians and researchers
• Students aiming to enrich curriculum and shaping careers in this sector
• Media persons writing on air pollution issue 

For more information, please contact: 

Shourabh Gupta
Senior Research Associate
Mobile: +91-882680679
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org 

Priyanka Chandola
Programme Manager
Mobile: +91 – 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Under the national clean air programme 122 cities are implementing clean air action plans to meet the target of reducing particulate pollution by 20-30 per cent by 2024. Transport sector emissions mitigation pose a special challenge as this requires a complex set of solutions. This includes technology roadmap for new vehicles, on-road emissions management strategies, phase out of old vehicles and zero emissions electric vehicle programme to reduce tailpipe emissions. At the same time transportation and urban planning strategies are needed to reduce travel distances and promote sustainable transport options, vehicle restraint measures and compact city development. But designing of these strategies are often not well understood. As cities have begun to report progress against targets and plan implementation, it has become necessary to build knowledge and skills regarding each of these strategies for vehicular pollution control. 

This fortnight long course is therefore designed for the regulators, practitioners, professionals, and academic to build insights into planning and implementation of such multi-pronged strategies.  The modules are specially designed to convey the interconnectedness of strategies needed to control vehicular pollution. This encompasses emissions standard roadmaps, on-road emissions management, real world emissions control, sustainable transport modes (public transport, walking and cycling), multimodal integration, parking policy and urban planning to reduce the vehicle miles travelled. Strategies need to be designed and developed for scale and effective impact for time-bound air quality improvement. There is need for greater clarity and understanding of indicators that are needed to track progress in action. It is important to build capacity and a new cadre of professionals, promote good regulatory practices, enhance understanding, and build capacity for implementation and designing of strategies to reduce vehicular emissions. 

Course structure

This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme will cover the following: 

Module 1: Understanding urban air pollution, public health and special challenge posed by the vehicle sector 

Module 2: How vehicle technology roadmaps has evolved to reduce emissions from vehicles. What more is needed to control real world emissions.   

Module 3: Strategies for on-road emissions management – current and new generation strategies for inspection and maintenance of vehicles and on-road emissions monitoring 

Module 4: How electric vehicle programme can help 

Module 5: Public transport strategies to reduce emissions with special focus on bus transport reforms 

Module 6: Non-motorised transport strategies for zero-emissions mobility 

Module 7: Urban planning, transport integration and compact urban form 

Module 8: Restraint measures to reduce vehicle miles travelled – designing parking policy as a demand management measure and understanding global practices like congestion charging, low emissions zones etc 

Who can apply?

• Government officials from different departments involved with transport sector policies and strategies
• Professionals and practitioners helping with strategy development in cities
• Academicians and researchers
• Students aiming to enrich curriculum and shaping careers in this sector.  

For more information, please contact 

Shourabh Gupta
Mobile: +91-8826806794
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org 

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 – 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

COVID-19 has scarred the world, there is a realization that the world cannot function in a ‘business-as-usual’ manner any longer. There is a clear need now for rethinking how we live, including the way we approach our built environment. Thermal comfort in buildings is crucial parameter that needs to be considered -- temperature, humidity and natural ventilation are key characteristics that define thermal comfort and have a direct relationship with the spread of infection and ill-health inside dwellings. 

The School of Habitat under Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute, a Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) initiative, is announcing a new online training programme on the practices of what it refers to as the ‘New Vaastu’ – a concept that is designed to reduce resource footprint (energy, water and waste) in the built environment, and to enhance thermal comfort. 

The training programme will enable participants to understand the functioning of all natural elements as they come together to create a sustainable habitat. It will emphasise on the need to keep in mind site layouts, building design and choice of materials for mainstreaming thermal comfort not only as an enabler of liveability, but also as a catalyst to reduce disease burden in our buildings. 

What will the training programme cover:

• Sustainability Development Goals & environmental governance for built sector
• Exploring sustainability through traditional principles
• Planning and design amidst the new normal of COVID-19
• Energy Conservation Building Codes (Commercial & Residential)
• India Cooling Action Plan, Urban Heat Island Effect and Thermal Comfort
• Building envelope, daylighting components, fenestration design, material properties and their market penetration.
• Resource prudent designing for circularity (water, waste, energy efficiency, renewable)
• Introduction to building simulation & low-energy mechanical cooling techniques 

Training Coordinator: 

Sugeet Grover,
deputy programme manager,
Sustainable Buildings and Habitat Programme,
CSE, New Delhi
Ph: 91-011-2464 5334 / 5335 (Ext 112)
Mobile: 9818443366
Email: sugeet.grover@cseindia.org 

Course Director:

Rajneesh Sareen,
programme director,
Sustainable Buildings and Habitat Programme,
CSE, New Delhi
Email: rajneesh.sareen@cseindia.org

Course dates: May 28 to June 10, 2021
Course duration: 24 hours (12 hours per week)

Traffic impact assessment (TIA) is a systematic study to analyse the impact of the additional traffic generated by any new development on existing transport system in an area. Generally, TIA is required for big developments which have the potential to generate a huge number of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. TIA is undertaken to ensure the developer address the relevant issues related to transport within and the surroundings of the proposed development and if required local authorities may also recover some developmental charges to upgrade the transport infrastructure impacted areas. TIA is gaining popularity among decision makers. State authorities have started to recognise the importance of TIA and included TIA in their rules and regulations. This self-paced online training course will help participants to build a comprehensive understanding and knowledge base on the overall purpose, components and benefits of conducting a TIA including the regulatory provisions and analytical techniques to carry out the assessment work.

Course structure
This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme will highlight and cover the following:

• Overview of TIA
• Purpose and scope of conducting a TIA
• TIA and its overall framework
• TIA assessment
• Case studies 

The programme has been designed in such a way that it can be completed along with a regular job or study 

Learning from the course

• Sound understanding of framework and methodologies to conduct a TIA
• Skill building on modern traffic analysis and traffic forecasting techniques
• Evaluate and assess the impact of any development on transportation
• Make traffic recommendations more confidently 

Who can apply?

• Students of transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning programmes
• Professionals/ practitioners from transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning sectors
• Programme managers of transport/ infrastructure solution providers/consultants
• Developers
• Researchers and consultants
• Environmental consultants

For more information, please contact 

Shourabh Gupta
Mobile: +91-8826806794
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 - 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Course dates: March 15-28, 2021
Course duration: 24 hours (12 hours per week)

Traffic impact assessment (TIA) is a systematic study to analyse the impact of the additional traffic generated by any new development on existing transport system in an area. Generally, TIA is required for big developments which have the potential to generate a huge number of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. TIA is undertaken to ensure the developer address the relevant issues related to transport within and the surroundings of the proposed development and if required local authorities may also recover some developmental charges to upgrade the transport infrastructure impacted areas. TIA is gaining popularity among decision makers. State authorities have started to recognise the importance of TIA and included TIA in their rules and regulations. This self-paced online training course will help participants to build a comprehensive understanding and knowledge base on the overall purpose, components and benefits of conducting a TIA including the regulatory provisions and analytical techniques to carry out the assessment work.

Course structure
This online training course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme will highlight and cover the following:

• Overview of TIA
• Purpose and scope of conducting a TIA
• TIA and its overall framework
• TIA assessment
• Case studies 

The programme has been designed in such a way that it can be completed along with a regular job or study 

Learning from the course

• Sound understanding of framework and methodologies to conduct a TIA
• Skill building on modern traffic analysis and traffic forecasting techniques
• Evaluate and assess the impact of any development on transportation
• Make traffic recommendations more confidently 

Who can apply?

• Students of transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning programmes
• Professionals/ practitioners from transportation planning/ engineering; urban planning sectors
• Programme managers of transport/ infrastructure solution providers/consultants
• Developers
• Researchers and consultants
• Environmental consultants

For more information, please contact 

Shourabh Gupta
Mobile: +91-8826806794
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 - 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Why this course?
This programme represents our initiative to promote good regulatory practices, enhance understanding, and build capacity on strategies to reduce transport sector emissions. This has become necessary within the framework of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) that mandates cities which do not meet clean air standards to reduce particulate air pollution by 20-30 per cent by 2024. All city clean air action plans, therefore, have included strategies to control emissions from transport sector to meet the clean air target, as the transport sector’s contribution to overall pollution concentration, load and exposure is substantial. 

This has created a demand for deeper understanding of the multi-pronged strategies needed to control vehicular pollution. These encompass emissions standard roadmaps and on-road emissions management to control real world emissions; sustainable transport modes (public transport, walking and cycling), multimodal integration, parking policy and urban planning to reduce the vehicle miles travelled. These interventions also align with the sector-specific strategies that state governments have initiated as part of other policies and programmes. 

This requires deep understanding of the way these strategies need to be designed and developed for scale and effective impact for time-bound air quality improvement. Several exciting changes are underway in cities, and it is important to build capacity and a new cadre of professionals. 

How is this course structured?
This online course will be conducted on the Moodle and Zoom platform through a variety of tools such as recorded video lectures, classroom exercises, reading materials and resources, audio/visual methods including short films and interviews, and interactions with key experts. The programme has been structured as follows: 

Module 1

• Understanding urban air pollution, public health and transport sector emissions 

Module 2

• How technology roadmaps need to evolve to reduce emissions from vehicles
• Strategies for on-road emissions management – current and new generation strategies to control real world emissions
• Towards zero-emission electric vehicles 

Module 3

• Public transport strategies to reduce emissions
• Bus transport reforms and electric mobility in cities 

Module 4

• Non-motorised transport strategies for zero-emissions mobility
• Urban planning, transport integration and compact urban form 

Module 5

• Strategies to reduce vehicle miles travelled – designing parking policy as a demand management measure, understanding global practices like congestion charging, low emissions zones etc 

Certificate of participation: Participation certificates will be provided at the end of the course 

Who can apply?

• Government officials from different departments involved with transport sector strategies
• Professionals and practitioners helping with strategy development in cities
• Academicians and researchers
• Students aiming to enrich curriculum and shaping careers in this sector. 

Register here

For more information, please contact 

Shourabh Gupta
Mobile: +91-8826806794
Email: shourabh.gupta@cseindia.org

Priyanka Chandola
Mobile: +91 - 9810414938
Email: priyanka@cseindia.org

Date July 16 –17, 2020
Last Date to Apply 10th July 2020
Course Duration 4 Hours 

Increasing demand and consumption of natural resources is contributing to higher emissions and climate risks in developing countries. There is high water stress, pollution, inadequate and inefficient infrastructure and heavy reliance on non-replenishable energy resources. This plunge necessitates a switch to smart and environmental friendly practices at micro and macro level. Educational campuses have enormous potential to promote environmentally responsible practices and behaviour, experiment with innovative solutions, combine learning and practical application, and cultivate a culture full of values.

CSE is working with a network of committed colleges/universities across India and helping them to establish, practice and report environmental sustainability as part of their campus management and empowers them for mandatory/voluntary compliances, as well enables them to secure financial support from internal and external funding for implementations. CSE's Green Campus Initiative (GCI) has been enabling regulators, architects, engineers, planners, academia and civil society to shape efficient use of water-energy-land, minimize wastage, improve livability and promote a healthy lifestyle in their respective campuses.

ABOUT THE TRAINING PROGRAMME
The key objective of the training programme is to upscale the knowledge among the target group in addressing environmental sustainability, establishing and monitoring performance baseline and reporting the sustainable practices at campus level. The training programme has been designed at two Levels: Level-1 (4hrs) and Level-2 (15 hrs). Both levels of training programme will include technical sessions, experiential learning using detailed case studies and hands-on exercises followed with tests and assignments.

LEVEL-1: The Level-1 training programme is designed for 4 hrs duration, which will capture the principle of green and sustainable educational campus. A brief session will be conducted to make fraternity acquainted with the process of joining ªCSE's Green Campus Initiative Networkº. A participation certificate will be issued on successful completion of small MCQ Test. The score criteria set at 75% marks for the issuance of training certificate.

LEVEL-2: On successful completion of Level-1 training programme on the proposed dates, Level-2 training programme will be conducted. The Level-2 training programme is the advanced version of Level-1 training programme, which shall include detailed description of calculation methodology with multiple case studies of relevant significance. The Level-2 training programme dates and mode of delivery will be communicated later based on receiving the participant interest at Level-1 training programme.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAMME

• Sustainability Guidelines and Indicators of Green/Sustainable Campus
• Establishment of Performance Baseline across five themes of sustainability
• Risk Assessment of Campuses
• Sustainability Data Reporting Analytics of educational Campuses
• Green Campus Case Studies

For queries get in touch with Course Coordinator

Ms. Sonia Rani
Programme Manager
sonia.rani@cseindia.org

The School of Climate Change, under the Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (a Centre for Science and Environment initiative) invites applications for an online training programme on climate change, its science, politics, and impacts.

Objectives
CSE has been well known for influencing the design of international climate policy since well before such policy was enshrined in formal institutions. Whether it is the landmark paper released in 1991 by Sunita Narain and Anil Agarwal, calling for a decolonisation of carbon budget accounting, or CSE’s commentary on every UN climate meeting since 1992, to our recent analyses of the implications of the US elections for climate action. Most recently, CSE's delegation - led by Sunita Narain - attended COP 27 in Egypt, and conducted extensive analysis and commentary of the climate negotiations, as well as advocacy on issues critical for the Global South. Through this, and our publications on climate-critical topics, CSE has led the discourse in climate policy for three decades advocating for equity, the principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities, and investing in resilient economies for the poor. 

This training programme is open to any civil society member, government official, student, professional or educator looking to understand the key concepts that drive discourse on the science and politics of climate change. The syllabus is based on our recently published book Climate Change: Science and Politics. 

This course will help an individual to make sense of the multiple correlated crises we are facing due to anthropogenic climate change, the political treaties and negotiations that comprise the bulk of our response to these crises, and an understanding of how the responsibility to adopt a low-carbon development path is distributed across nations of varying wealth. 

Course structure and format
Spread over 10 working days, the programme is open to anyone interested in the subject of climate change, and will offer a mix of self-guided reading, two live lectures by renowned experts, a group activity, two individual assignments, and regular Q&A with CSE’s climate change specialists. No prior knowledge of climate change is required. 

The course structure would be as follows:

• The science and impacts of climate change
• Emissions
• International and domestic climate policies
• Who is responsible?
• State of climate negotiations

For more information Please contact the CSE Climate Change Team at climatetraining@cseindia.org

The School of Climate Change, under the Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (a Centre for Science and Environment initiative) invites applications for an online training programme on climate change, its science, politics, and impacts. 

Objectives
CSE has been well known for influencing the design of international climate policy since well before such policy was enshrined in formal institutions. Whether it is the landmark paper released in 1991 by Sunita Narain and Anil Agarwal, calling for a decolonisation of carbon budget accounting, or CSE’s commentary on every UN climate meeting since 1992, to our recent analyses of the implications of the US elections for climate action. Through this, and our publications on climate-critical topics, CSE has led the discourse in climate policy for three decades advocating for equity, the principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities, and investing in resilient economies for the poor. 

This training programme is open to any civil society member, government official, student, professional or educator looking to understand the key concepts that drive discourse on the science and politics of climate change. The syllabus is based on our recently published book Climate Change: Science and Politics. 

This course will help an individual to make sense of the multiple correlated crises we are facing due to anthropogenic climate change, the political treaties and negotiations that comprise the bulk of our response to these crises, and an understanding of how the responsibility to adopt a low-carbon development path is distributed across nations of varying wealth. 

Course structure and format
Spread over 10 working days, the programme is open to anyone interested in the subject of climate change, and will offer a mix of self-guided reading, two live lectures by renowned experts, a group activity, two individual assignments, and regular Q&A with CSE’s climate change specialists. No prior knowledge of climate change is required. 

The course structure would be as follows:

• The science and impacts of climate change
• Emissions
• International and domestic climate policies
• Who is responsible?
• State of climate negotiations

To Register Click here

For more information Please contact the CSE Climate Change Team at climatetraining@cseindia.org

The School of Climate Change, under the Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (a Centre for Science and Environment initiative) invites applications for a new online course on climate change, its science, politics, and impacts. Spread over 10 working days, the course-cum-workshop is open to anyone interested in the subject of climate change, and will offer a mix of self-guided reading, online sessions by key experts, group activities, assignments and individual evaluation.

COURSE CONTENT

• The science and impacts of climate change
• Emissions
• International and domestic climate policies
• Who is responsible?
• State of climate negotiations

COURSE FEES
Rs 3,500 per person for Indian participants US $100 for Global participants

For more information Please contact the CSE Climate Change Team at climatetraining@cseindia.org

The School of Climate Change, under the Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (a Centre for Science and Environment initiative) invites applications for a new online course on climate change, its science, politics, and impacts. Spread over 10 working days, the course-cum-workshop is open to anyone interested in the subject of climate change, and will offer a mix of self-guided reading, online sessions by key experts, group activities, assignments and individual evaluation.

COURSE CONTENT

• The science and impacts of climate change
• Emissions
• International and domestic climate policies
• Who is responsible?
• State of climate negotiations

COURSE FEES
Rs 3,500 per person for Indian participants US $100 for Global participants

For more information Please contact the CSE Climate Change Team at climatetraining@cseindia.org

Groundwater is a primary source of drinking water and the invisible part of the hydrological cycle. An estimated 75 percent of the African population relies on groundwater for their drinking water. In rural regions, the infrastructure is limited and access to reliable water source is unapproachable due to different hydrogeological regions. 

Countries like Tanzania, Uganda and Nigeria have over 70 percent population residing in rural areas where drinking water is primarily obtained from groundwater. But there is not enough safely regulated drinking water in the nations despite enough rainfall. The unplanned urbanization and seasonal and annual variations in rainfall have reduced the natural recharging of groundwater. Even there is an increased groundwater contamination due to natural and man-made reasons. 

To conserve water sources, the safe sanitation practices are often compromised. In rural areas of Tanzania, only 24 percent of people have access to basic sanitary services that contaminates the groundwater with nation experiencing frequent outbreaks of water-borne illnesses and losing over $206 million a year in economic losses said World Bank report of 2021.  Similar circumstances are seen in Uganda, where pit toilets—mostly the traditional kind—remain the preferred sanitation option. Emptying and securely disposing of waste is a big challenge. In 2012, World Bank reported that this has further left Uganda losing UGX 389 billion, or $177 million with 8 lakh deaths in children under five due to diarrhea. Nigeria the highest number of people defecating in the open. The undigested fecal sludge from mostly pit toilets in the rural areas are either buried or dumped in the open resulting in the contamination the soil and water. This unimproved sanitation practices have costed the nation over 455 billion Nigerian Naira annually as per the World Bank report of 2012. 

Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi had been carrying out several courses on groundwater management and safe management of faecal sludge in rural areas for the government officials of the partner countries. This online TOT course is designed for the government officials of the partner countries who are responsible for training the local government and the communities. The course will provide a comprehensive overview on managing the aquifers, drinking water source sustainability, linking the groundwater sources to safe management of faecal sludge, best policies and regulations existing in Global South in these areas. 

Objective: The course gives guidance and train the practitioners and regulators on rural groundwater and sanitation to help them identify the region-specific challenges and develop a roadmap to reach a sustainable and safe groundwater reserve and sanitation practices. 

Course content:

•      Hydrogeological typologies 

•      Groundwater estimation methodologies 

•      Principles of groundwater recharge 

•      Basics of mapping aquifers 

•      Case study on aquifer mapping 

•      Planning for groundwater recharge 

•      Connecting groundwater sources and safe sanitation

•      Safe onsite treatment of faecal sludge, reuse and safe disposal

The participants will get an understanding of the science and practical elements of groundwater, aquifer management, and safe sanitation practices through various case studies and expert interactions.

The course is completely online for a period of 15 days requiring 1 hour of involvement in a day. 

Course Mode: 100 percent Online |Date -16th -31st July, 2024|Total Time Duration -16 Hours |Platform for live session: Zoom

Course overview: The cities are no doubt growing. The expanded cities depend on groundwater. The official water supply is limited, irregular and insufficient. The people have no options but to go deeper to search for the underground reserve. In the past these cities depended on lakes and tanks – they used the water stored in them.  The tanks provided it the all-important flood cushion and allowed it to recharge groundwater reserves. Now most cities depend on groundwater to make up their supply sums. In most cities, since official supply reaches a minority, people have no option but to dig into the aquifer. The gap between official supply and demand is also filled by groundwater – private wells and tubewells.

But the cities are losing its groundwater recharge systems – the lakes and waterbodies. These water wealth are lost, encroached and polluted. In this climate risked world, where rains are received in fewer number of rainy days, the only way is to ensure this rainwater into the lakes and ponds in the cities. This is the only solution to recharge the city’s groundwater and prevent urban floods. This online course shall help you develop a basic understanding regarding waterbody restoration- techniques and common mistakes. The course will address the fundamentals of groundwater recharge and develop a basic understanding on various tools and techniques. The study sessions will be supported by various live sessions and case studies for a better and enhanced learning.

Target Audience: Engineers, architects, planners, researchers, academicians, civil society members and students aspiring to work in the field of environment

Objective: To develop a basic understanding on the role of urban waterbodies in recharging the groundwater and tackling the urban flooding

Outcome: The participants shall learn about the issues, challenges and solutions in the lakes and aquifer management, understand the science and practical aspects through various case studies and expert interactions.

TRAINING COORDINATOR

SWATI BHATIA
Deputy Programme Manager, Water, CSE
swati.bhatia@cseindia.org

Every city in India can be called a river city. Almost all have waterbodies flowing through them or near them. But the fate of most of these waterbodies is a matter of concern. Many are severely polluted. Others have been filled up and built over. With the demise of these ‘sponges’, the drainage capacity of most cities has been destroyed, leaving them open to threats from extreme storm events and urban flooding. 

The solution lies in understanding the challenges of rapid urbanisation and devising engineering solutions accordingly – for instance, rainwater can be collected and diverted through correctly designed drains to different water harvesting structures such as waterbodies to recharge the groundwater and avoid waterlogging. 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) invites nominations/applications for a two-part training programme, which is a part of the three-year CSE sub-programme supported by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), aimed at building capacity of cities in the Ganga basin and making them water-sensitive. It is a part of the ongoing efforts by NMCG for ensuring convergence of Namami Gange with other national missions such as AMRUT 2.0, Smart Cities and SBM 2.0.

Part A (ONLINE)
January 29 - February 14, 2024
Open to Indian and foreign participants 

Part A of this training programme – which will be delivered online -- will familiarise the participants with the fundamental concepts and learnings. It will focus on:

• Overview of changing rainfall patterns in today’s climate-risked world
• Monitoring rainfall: Use of different rain gauges
• Introduction to urban flooding: Why urban India floods
• Basics of designing stormwater drains in cities
• Overview of the challenges of managing stormwater in urban areas

Ways to collect, divert and recharge groundwater through rainwater harvesting structures

Part B (ONSITE)
February 21-23, 2024
Venue: AAETI , Nimli, Rajasthan

Open only to Indian participants 

Part B of the training programme will be held at the Anil Agarwal Environment Training Institute (AAETI) in Nimli. It will offer the participants advanced concepts and learnings, and will focus on:

• Challenges of managing stormwater in cities: Anthropogenic and natural factors, urban planning and drainage disruption, density of built-up area and run-off, and rainfall intensity and climate change
• Engineering (stormwater drainage systems) and spatial planning challenges
• Planning and designing of stormwater drains
• How stormwater drains can be used to solve urban flooding: Best management practices
• Planning and designing of rainwater harvesting systems using stormwater drains: Maintenance and monitoring the system for improved groundwater recharge

Communication strategies and institutional arrangements to promote stormwater management and rainwater harvesting

Some important pointers:

• For nominated government officials, the travel cost to Delhi and back will be borne by the respective nominating department/authority/state. For others, the travel cost to Delhi and back will be borne by the participants themselves.
• CSE will arrange the travel from CSE’s main office in Delhi to the training centre (AAETI) in Rajasthan and back.
• Interested applicants can opt for any one or both of the parts of the training.
• The training fees includes the cost of training, boarding-lodging and a field trip.
• The selected participants are expected to reach CSE’s main office (41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area, New Delhi), by 12:00 noon on February 20, 2024. Participants arriving late will miss the transport facility to Nimli and will have to make their own arrangements and bear the cost of travelling to the training centre.
• The participants can arrange for their return tickets from Delhi in late evening on February 23, 2024.
• AAETI is a green residential training campus of CSE. The accommodation and meals will be arranged at AAETI for the participants. Participants should follow the AAETI rules during their period of training on the campus.

Please get in touch with the training coordinator before fixing your travel itineraries. 

TRAINING COORDINATOR

Pradeep Kumar Mishra
Programme Officer, Water Programme, CSE
+91-8085443793/+91-7903143870
pradeep.mishra@cseindia.org

Almost every city in India can claim to be a ‘river’ city – with a river running through or by it. Besides rivers, most Indian cities also house a variety of other waterbodies such as lakes, tanks etc. But with these surface waterbodies getting increasingly polluted, depleted or simply built over, cities have turned to groundwater to meet their needs – and unchecked, rapacious withdrawal of groundwater by them has led to plunging levels of the resource.

This is a situation which leaves cities in dire straits in these climate change-risked times. Changing rainfall patterns, reduced numbers of rainy days, and the incessant pressure on resources due to the maddening rate of urbanisation makes recharging of groundwater a major challenge.

Managing the groundwater that urban centres still have access to, thus, becomes critically important in this scenario, especially in terms of making these cities climateresilient. This involves mapping the aquifers, locating potential recharge zones and intelligently managing the extraction of groundwater. This also means understanding the changing rainfall patterns, soils, lithology, physiography and hydrogeology of the cities and towns.

THE TRAINING

This online training is a part of a three-year CSE sub-programme aimed at building capacity of cities in the Ganga basin and making them watersensitive. Under this, a series of interactions – from webinars workshops and trainings to field exposure visits, and knowledge conclaves – has been planned to engage with over 1,300 state and municipal functionaries and other sector players. The sub-programme is supported by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG). It is a part of the ongoing efforts by the NMCG for ensuring convergence of Namami Gange with other national missions like AMRUT 2.0, Smart Cities, SBM 2.0, HRIDAY, NULM, Atal Bhujal Yojana, Jal Jivan Mission and Jal Shakti Mission.

Thus, this online training will aim at building capacity of state/municipal functionaries and other sector players on issues, challenges and potential of groundwater management. It will focus on developing a sound understanding of groundwater context and typologies of India, and the challenges and significance of groundwater management in the urban context, specifically in the Ganga basin.

WHAT WILL THE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE ON COMPLETION

• Training participation/ completion certificate
• One-year free subscription to Down To Earth magazine
• Top five scorers will get a 50 per cent refund of their training fee and will be invited to CSE’s training site in Nimli (Rajasthan) with a fully funded fellowship for one of the Centre’s upcoming residential training programmes.
• Gain access to a global network of practitioners under the School of Water and Waste, AAETI.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT

TRAINING COORDINATOR

Vivek Kumar Sah
Programme Officer, Water Programme, CSE
vivek.sah@cseindia.org
Mob No: + 91 9708887214/ 9773834911

This second online training is a part of series of activities envisaged under 3-year duration CSE programme – ‘Capacity building initiative focusing on ‘Making Ganga basin cities water sensitive’. Under this initiative series of – webinars, workshops trainings (both online and residential), field exposure visits, knowledge conclaves aimed at engaging 1,300+ number state / municipal functionaries and other sector players.

Aim

Capacity building of State/Municipal functionaries and other sector players on issues, challenges and potential of urban water bodies management and mainstreaming water sensitive urban design and planning.

Training Highlights

• Overview of existing issues and challenges in the waterbodies (and its catchment) management in urban areas.
• WSUDP - approach and its potential in urban water bodies management.  
• Baseline survey and data collection – Step by step preparing for urban waterbodies management
• Understand enabling institutional frameworks and regulations applicable for mainstreaming WSUDP and urban water bodies management
• Best Management Practices (BMPs) and case studies of successfully implemented projects and socio economic effectiveness.

Cities in the global south are growing and expanding rapidly. Rapid, unplanned urban growth leads to its own set of problems. Our fresh water sources are reducing, cities encroach and pollute them as wastewater is disposed into water bodies untreated and groundwater exploitation is rampant. Floods in Chennai and Mumbaiand drying cities like Cape Town and Dar E Salam over therecent past have been devastating for human life and property. Experts identify increased unplanned urban growth, grey infrastructure and reduced green spaces as the major root causes tomany of these issues.

Green Infrastructure thus provides a new concept - a ‘smart’ method for natural conservation and urban planning. It is high time we realize that ecosystems are not a frill but a necessity.

Augmenting urban green infrastructure is considered to be an effective approach to reduce the adverse impact of urbanization on the hydrological cycle. They improve natural water systems in cities and dampen peak flows from storms that frequently lead to flooding in our cities to help create more water sensitive cities. Expansion of urban green infrastructure interventions is not only an economical and environmentally-friendly approach to deal with storm water runoff and urban flooding, but can also improve the resilience and sustainability of cities.

CSE - School of Water and Waste is organizing this online course. The course aims to build basic orientation of practitioners on GI and eventually build a community of practice who can successfully work towards designing and implementing green infrastructure interventions in town/ cities.

Purpose

To help students, working professionals and environmental enthusiasts learn state-of-art concepts and principles of green infrastructure for improved urban water management at their own comfort and pace.

Objectives

1. Define and conceptualize green infrastructure for water resource management in urban areas
2. Provide an overview of the current problems with water infrastructure
3. Understand the GI approach and strategies for analyses with regard to planning for different urban typologies
4. Recognize scope for GI interventions based on different problem scenarios and contexts
5. Understand and apply case studies in support of GI principles across the world 

Advanced features of GIS technologies help to map the resources which guide as a decision making tool for planning of recharge structures.

Rural Water Waste Management Unit is rolling out an advanced course on application of GIS tools for planning of recharge structures, which is essential to know about the technological interventions and locating the recharge options to make the groundwater sources more sustainable. The training is specially designed to cover all aspects of groundwater management with special focus on the technological part. The team has already conducted training for beginners (Level 1) and mid-level (Level 2). This is the 3rd Level in continuation. 

Swati Bhatia, Course coordinator

Program Officer- Rural water and waste programme,

The Rural Water-Waste Team will be rolling out an online training programme on  “Application of GIS tools in planning of groundwater recharge structures at village/Cluster  level  (LEVEL-2) ”   for officials of Uganda (Ministry of Water and Environment) and Tanzania (Ministry of Health Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children). This is a ten days online programme . The programme has a mix of self-paced study and virtual lectures. 

Advanced tools and technologies can prove to be instrumental in acting as decision support systems for sustainable management of drinking water – starting from protection of sources and sustainable flow to ensuring quality. Among the latest available technologies, remote sensing techniques along with Geographic Information System (GIS) have become popular for locating and planning groundwater recharge options. GIS offers many tools to extract information about the groundwater prospects of an area by integrating data regarding geological structures, geomorphology, soil, lithology, drainage, land use, vegetation etc. The benefits include improved communication and efficiency as well as better management and decision-making

Mapping excreta of a city is increasingly being used to analyse the sanitation in urban areas. An excreta flow diagram (also often described as shit flow diagram), can help to achieve this by offering a new and innovative way to engage sanitation experts, political leaders and civil society in coordinated discussions about excreta management in their city. For more info on SFD and the SFD promotion initiative visit https://sfd.susana.org/. With more than 100 SFDs CSE has made a considerable contribution to support the production and review of good-quality SFDs as well as help train practitioners. 

The training programme would consist of two parts – adult learning, context setting and introduction (online platform) and hands-on practice using mock exercises during virtual sessions. The programme is based on state-of-the-art teaching – learning tools consisting of interactive sessions, going through relevant reading material, documentaries, experiential learning using detailed case studies and working in groups.

Course Aim and Objectives

To equip practitioners, managers, regulators and academicians to develop capacity of local stakeholders in using the Shit Flow Diagram (SFD) Tool for research, advocacy using SFD Tool. The course objectives are:

• To expose participants on adult learning methods such as Harvard Case Method, etc.
• To expose participants on preparation of Modules, and use of online and offline tools for capacity building programmes
• To equip participants with using the SFD tool for preparing the SFD graphic for research and advocacy for sustainable sanitation practices

Background 

Increasing water demand - supply gap, flooding, depleting groundwater is common phenomenon in Ganga basin cities This has been attributed to rapid urbanisation and loss of waterbodies – ponds, lakes, floodplain and the catchment area.  Need is to restore, rejuvenate and protect water bodies (including catchment). This requires sensitisation of agencies and functionaries involved in urban planning and land development on issues, challenges as well as potential of water sensitive urban design and development (WSUDP) – in particular urban waterbodies management to improve liveability and enhance resilience in cities as well as improved river health/flow. 

This second online training is a part of series of activities envisaged under 3-year duration CSE programme – ‘Capacity building initiative focusing on ‘Making Ganga basin cities water sensitive’. Under this initiative series of – webinars, workshops trainings (both online and residential), field exposure visits, knowledge conclaves aimed at engaging 1,300+ number state / municipal functionaries and other sector players.

The programme is supported by National Mission Clean Ganga (NMCG) and is part of the series of its ongoing efforts aimed to ensuring convergence of Namami Gange Mission with national flagship urban missions (AMRUT, Smart Cities, Swachh Bharat Mission, HRIDAY, NULM) and other missions (Atal Bhujal Yojana, Jal Jeewan Mission, Jal Shakti Mission) at state /city level across Ganga basin states.

Aim

Capacity building of State/Municipal functionaries and other sector players on issues, challenges and potential of urban water bodies management and mainstreaming water sensitive urban design and planning.

Training Highlights

• Overview of existing issues and challenges in the waterbodies (and its catchment) management in urban areas.
• WSUDP - approach and its potential in urban water bodies management.  
• Baseline survey and data collection – Step by step preparing for urban waterbodies management
• Understand enabling institutional frameworks and regulations applicable for mainstreaming WSUDP and urban water bodies management
• Best Management Practices (BMPs) and case studies of successfully implemented projects and socio economic effectiveness.

Date: 21-30th August, 2021

BACKGROUND:

Swachh Bharat Mission’ launched in 2014 has been responsible for the largest global drop in open defecation -- in terms of absolute numbers -- since 2015. The country has built over 170 million toilets in 0.6 million villages under the government’s. The question one may ask here is, does this otherwise commendable feat signal the end of the story of our quest for sanitation? We don’t believe it does.

The story in India has now moved forward to one of a new challenge. The construction of such a huge number of toilets requires serious thinking on safe containment and management of the waste from them. In rural areas, where on-site containment is the only solution, an emphasis on correct toilet designs and management of liquid waste from toilets and bathrooms is needed to move towards safe sanitation. Wrong choice of technologies, sub-optimal construction, and neglect of local geography have often led to leaking of black water into ground and surface water sources.

The story in Sub-Saharan Africa remains where India was before 2015: the region needs to work on eradicating open defecation. The JMP report says that around 196 million of the 494 million people practicing open defecation in the world are from Sub-Saharan Africa. But the countries in this region must not wait to first become ODF and then start planning for safe sanitation – they must plan ahead holistically, and start focusing simultaneously on safe sanitation practices.

Moreover the coronavirus pandemic also taught us that everybody must have access to public health and clean water, so that nobody is left out and nobody can be the carrier of the virus. We know that massive numbers of people in our rural regions do not have access to clean water. But what is worse is that if we do not safely treat and reuse faecal sludge, it will end up contaminating the available sources of water, reducing supply or adding to the health burden of communities

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Knowledge of safe adaptable and sustainable technologies for managing toilet waste
2. Understanding of decentralized technologies used for management of grey and black water
3. Training on how to reuse of the wastewater/faecal sludge.
4. Guidance on the use of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials effectively for safe disposal/reuse of faecal sludge.
5. Connecting water to toilets – how to make the usage of toilets sustainable.

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

CSE is organizing a training programme on key topics of faecal sludge management in rural areas. The course comprises of material handpicked from years of CSE's work in the field for self-study, and learning tools such as presentations, audios and videos, all featuring the most relevant case studies. The training will provide online forums for discussion. Quizzes and assignments will also be part of this programme. There will be pre-recorded expert sessions and two live doubt clearing sessions, once every 5 days. Training modules in Hindi will also be introduced.

To register Contact

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Programme Officer, Rural Water-Waste Programme
Email: shivangi.agarwal@cseindia.org, sushmita@cseindia.org
Mobile/ WhatsApp: + 91-9599426168

About the Course

This tailor-made training on Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) will go long way supporting practitioners as well as allow managers and regulators move efficiently from traditional planning and design techniques to smart, cost effective and sustainable water and sanitation solutions.

Aim

To equip practitioners, managers and regulators with state of art tools and techniques for required for water sensitive urban design and planning. 

Objectives

• Build skills to use GIS and RS in sustainable water management in city/region.
• Enhance understanding on various data portals: USGS Earth Explorer, Bhuvan, OpenStreetMap, Toposheets, etc.
• Prepare maps and perform analysis using open-source GIS packages for designing and implementing green infrastructure for improved water security in city/region.

General Details

• GIS Package: The course will be run on open-source GIS package, Quantum-GIS (Q-GIS).
• Language of Instruction: English 

Introduction

CSE - School of Water and Waste is organizing an online training programme on Tools and Approaches for Water and Sanitation Management.

Date - 10th-25th May, 2021

BACKGROUND:

Will building more toilets end our quest for the sanitation utopia?

Certainly not.

Countries across the globe are waking up to the fresh challenge of disposal of the massive quantities of solid and liquid waste generated by the new toilets they have built. What's more, they have to ensure availability of enough water to make the usage of these toilets sustainable. This waste can easily turn into a serious health hazard by seeping into our lands, our groundwater and our surface water bodies.

Countries in the Global South as at special risk: their poor are the worst sufferers. The challenge is intensified in rural areas, where on-site containment is the only solution.

The coronavirus pandemic teaches us that we are as weak as the weakest link in the chain- We must ensure that everybody has access to public health and clean water, so that nobody is left out and nobody can be the carrier of the virus. It is essential that we talk about the sustainability of groundwater resources- the most common source of water for rural areas across the globe.

Key takeaways:

Knowledge of safe adaptable and sustainable technologies for managing toilet waste

Understanding of decentralized technologies used for management of grey and black water

Training on how to reuse of the wastewater/faecal sludge.

Guidance on the use of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials effectively for safe disposal/reuse of faecal sludge.

Connecting water to toilets – how to make the usage of toilets sustainable.

About the training:

This is a specialized training program being organized by CSE and is designed to develop capacities for the government officials of Tanzania. It is aimed to equip them to better manage and implement sanitation projects in the rural areas of Tanzania

The course comprises of material handpicked from years of CSE's work in the field for self-study, and learning tools such as presentations, audios and videos, all featuring the most relevant case studies. The training will provide online forums for discussion. Quizzes and assignments will also be part of this program. There will be live sessions with experts to enable participants to interact and learn more and also clear the doubts.

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Program Officer,
Rural Water-Waste Program
Email: swati.bhatia@cseindia.org

Date: 20^th Feb-5^th March, 2021
Last date for Registration- 10^th Feb, 2021.
Registration date extended- 15^th Feb, 2021

BACKGROUND:

Will building more toilets end our quest for the sanitation utopia?

Certainly not.

Countries across the globe are waking up to the fresh challenge of disposal of the massive quantities of solid and liquid waste generated by the new toilets they have built. What's more, they have to ensure availability of enough water to make the usage of these toilets sustainable. This waste can easily turn into a serious health hazard by seeping into our lands, our groundwater and our surface water bodies.

Countries in the Global South as at special risk: their poor are the worst sufferers. The challenge is intensified in rural areas, where on-site containment is the only solution.

The coronavirus pandemic teaches us that we are as weak as the weakest link in the chain- We must ensure that everybody has access to public health and clean water, so that nobody is left out and nobody can be the carrier of the virus. It is essential that we talk about the sustainability of groundwater resources- the most common source of water for rural areas across the globe.

Learning Objectives:

·         Knowledge of safe, adaptable and sustainable technologies for managing toilet waste

·         Understanding decentralised technologies to manage grey and black water

·         Training on how to reuse wastewater and faecal sludge

·         Guidance on the use of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) material effectively for safe disposal and reuse of faecal sludge

·         Connecting water to toilets -- how to make the usage of toilets sustainable

·         How to make the source of drinking water sustainable through rainwater harvesting

·         Access to success stories on community-led water harvesting projects. 

Module set up –

Module 1- Introduction and overview

Module 2- Technologies for sustainability of water sources through rainwater harvesting

Module 3- Moving towards safe sanitation

About the training:

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), one of the Global South's leading think tanks on environment and development, has a legacy of over 30 years of work on water and sanitation management in South Asia and Africa. CSE's School of Water and Waste is organizing a global training program on faecal sludge management and rainwater harvesting in rural areas.

This specialized training program is designed to develop capacities of the various stakeholders working in the sanitation sector. It is aimed to equip them to better manage and implement sanitation projects in the rural areas in their respective zones

This is a fellowship-based course. Candidates will be chosen based on their profile and departmental nomination. The candidates will apply with their CV, and letter of nomination from the head of your department, explaining how they will be using the knowledge gained in this course.

Who can apply- Government officials, elected representatives, academics, researchers, students, consultants, waste management practitioners, and members of non-profits and CSR agencies from across the world- especially countries of the Global South in Asia, Africa and Latin America.

The course will comprise of content handpicked from years of CSE's work in the field for self-study; learning tools such as presentations, audios and videos featuring the most relevant case studies; online forums for discussion; quizzes and assignments; and weekly live sessions with experts.

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Programme Officer, Rural Water–Waste Programme
Email: swati.bhatia@cseindia.org/ sushmita@cseindia.org

Dear All,

Greetings from Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi, India.

Course Coordinator- Swati Bhatia
Dates for the training: February 5, 2021 to February 18, 2021 

We are living in water-stressed times. Approximately four billion people experience severe water scarcity at least one month per year. It is estimated that by 2030, 700 million people worldwide could be displaced due to intense water scarcity. The growing demand for water comes at a time when the potential for augmenting supply is limited, water tables are falling and water quality issues have increasingly come to the forefront. The current water paradigm in India and many developing countries, primary focuses on the supply side management and providing hardware solutions is unsustainable and non-feasible. This further aggravates the problem of inadequate municipal supply, ground water depletion and water pollution.

Moreover the current COVID19 pandemic demonstrates why water and sanitation — being an effective barrier against the virus — must be available, accessible and affordable to all. A lack of these can be a significant vector / pathway in the transmission of the virus, if proper hygiene is not followed. The need of the hour is to redesign the water management systems and introduce the water harvesting systems in the community and reduce water usage and wastage.

Often developing countries neglect the most proven and sustainable methods of decentralized water collection and instead depend on mega projects and thus fall for unsustainable methods of water withdrawal without any effective regulations on the quality and quantity of water supplied. This creates various issues. It is time to call for a paradigm shift to decentralized approach to ensure sustainability. Traditional methods of water harvesting and usage methods need to be revived and if required, modified to suit the present day requirement. Rainwater Harvesting (RWH), which is seemingly an ideal sustainable solution, entails the collection of rain in a scientific and controlled manner for future use and consists of roof top water harvesting, water from open areas such as paved ways, parks, roads, fields and in lakes and ponds. There is also need to emphasize on various water conservation measures and the reuse and recycle of treated wastewater. These are cost and resource effective ways, which can be easily adopted with the help of community. This training shall address such aspects and many more to bring forward the aspects of community participation, reuse of treated waste water among others, etc.

Purpose
The training programme has been primarily designed for the water experts of Uganda who are involved in rain water harvesting and ground water recharge practices. These participants shall be involved in on-ground implementation. They shall learn the state-of-art concepts and principles of improved water management techniques at their own comfort.

Learning Objectives:

To understand the existing problems in water management.

Understanding of the definition, concept and approach of ground water augmentation by water harvesting structures.

Understand the other methods of water conservation, and reuse of treated waste water.

Understand the effectiveness of community participation, and the need to regularly monitor the quality of water.

Understanding about the enabling frameworks and regulations applicable.

Module Set up 

Module 1: Introduction and overview

Module 2: Tools and techniques

Module 3: Community participation and management of water harvesting structure

Module 4: Other options for water conservation

Module 5: Monitoring of quality and quantity of groundwater

Module 6: Communication strategies

STUDY LOAD AND STRUCTURE OF THE MODULES:

Reading materials: Suggested articles, presentation by experts, technical manuals and related videos will be located under each module. After completion of each module, participant has to take a test. This is mandatory to go to the next module. One assignment will be given at the end of the programme, with a time limit. Queries, problems related to the content of the programme can be communicated with the coordinator any time. Solutions will be provided by subject experts. Even any experienced participant can be part of the thread of the communication. Live session with experts will be arranged. At the end of the programme, a digital certificate of participation will be given to the participants

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Programme Officer, Rural Water–Waste Programme
Email: swati.bhatia@cseindia.org/ sushmita@cseindia.org

Date: 20^th Dec, 2020 - 8^th Jan, 2021

BACKGROUND:

WASH is an important indicator of the Sustainable Development Goals. Poor access to WASH has an unaffordable high cost associated with it. It is important to make available proper WASH infrastructure to maintain hygiene and thus reduce the incidence of diseases.

To achieve the same, it is important to make proper availability of sanitary toilets to all and ensure regular behavior change campaigns to encourage their regular usage.

But should it stop here? Is it enough?

Will construction of toilets in numbers end our quest for sanitation utopia?

Certainly not.

Once the toilet facilities are constructed, it will become all the more important to ensure proper treatment, reuse and disposal.  If not looked into totality at once the countries across the globe will have to wake up to the fresh challenge of disposal of the massive quantities of solid and liquid waste generated by the new toilets they have or aim to build.

This waste can easily turn into a health hazard by seeping into our groundwater and other water bodies like lakes and rivers. Also, thus wasting all the efforts made before.

The challenge is intensified in rural areas, where on-site containment is the only solution. Out of-the-box thinking on safe containment and management is vital in such areas. If not done properly and logically, the people would just continue defecating in open with no end to the problems.

The 2019 Joint Monitoring Progress report flags issues of safely managed sanitation services, stressing the need for management of excreta throughout the sanitation chain, from hygienic toilets, containment and emptying, to conveyance, treatment and, most importantly, reuse.

Key takeaways:

Knowledge of safe adaptable and sustainable technologies for managing toilet waste

Understanding of decentralized technologies used for management of grey and black water

Training on how to reuse of the wastewater/faecal sludge.

Guidance on the use of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials effectively for safe disposal/reuse of faecal sludge.

Connecting water to toilets – how to make the usage of toilets sustainable.

About the training:

This is a specialized training program being organized by CSE and is designed to develop capacities for the government officials of Uganda. It is aimed to equip them to better manage and implement sanitation projects in the rural areas of Uganda

The course comprises of material handpicked from years of CSE's work in the field for self-study, and learning tools such as presentations, audios and videos, all featuring the most relevant case studies. The training will provide online forums for discussion. Quizzes and assignments will also be part of this program. There will be live sessions with experts to enable participants to interact and learn more and also clear the doubts.

To register Contact

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Programme Officer, Rural Water-Waste Programme
Email: swatibhatia@cseindia.org, sushmita@cseindia.org
Mobile/ WhatsApp: + 91-9911339540

Date: Between 30th October and 12th November’20

Last date of Registration: October 15, 2020 

BACKGROUND:

Will construction of toilets in numbers end our quest for sanitation utopia? Certainly not. Countries across the globe will now have to wake up to the fresh challenge of disposal of the massive quantities of solid and liquid waste generated by the new toilets they have built.

This waste can easily turn into a health hazard by seeping into our groundwater and other water bodies like lakes and rivers. The challenge is intensified in rural areas, where on-site containment is the only solution. Out of-the-box thinking on safe containment and management is vital in such areas.

The 2019 Joint Monitoring Progress report flags issues of safely managed sanitation services, stressing the need for management of excreta throughout the sanitation chain, from hygienic toilets, containment and emptying, to conveyance, treatment and, most importantly, reuse.

THE KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Knowledge of safe adaptable and sustainable technologies for managing toilet waste
2. Understanding of decentralized technologies used for management of grey and black water
3. Training on how to reuse of the wastewater/faecal sludge.
4. Guidance on the use of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials effectively for safe disposal/reuse of faecal sludge.
5. Connecting water to toilets – how to make the usage of toilets sustainable.

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

CSE is organizing a training programme on key topics of faecal sludge management in rural areas. The course comprises of material handpicked from years of CSE's work in the field for self-study, and learning tools such as presentations, audios and videos, all featuring the most relevant case studies. The training will provide online forums for discussion. Quizzes and assignments will also be part of this programme. There will be two one-hour-long live sessions with experts, one each week. Training modules in Hindi will also be introduced.

To register Contact

Course coordinator

Swati Bhatia
Programme Officer, Rural Water-Waste Programme
Email: swati.bhatia@cseindia.org, sushmita@cseindia.org
Mobile/ WhatsApp: + 91-9911339540

According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) report 2019, around 2.2 billion people around the world do not have access to safely-managed drinking water and 4.2 billion lack safe sanitation services. In the wake of the COVID-19, key to keeping healthy is having access to clean water in order to maintain basic hygiene. Yet globally, 3 billion lack basic handwashing facilities at home and 2 billion people live without access to basic sanitation.

Sanitation measures across most developing countries tend to incline towards the provision of services and infrastructure for achieving citywide water and sanitation management. Although public health is a key outcome for most national policies and initiatives, approaches specifically streamlined to address this critical component of sanitation are often left out at city level. Management and investments in improvements on sanitation systems should be made based on adequate understanding of actual health risks posed by the systems and how these risks can be better managed. To address this, Sanitation Safety Plan (SSP) plays a vital role, being a risk based management tool for sanitation systems it highlights the integration of the health sector while reusing wastewater, excreta and greywater, and helps to bring a human health perspective to traditional non-health sectors like sanitation engineering and agriculture sector. The SSP approach supports the implementation and recommendation of WHO’s 2018 guidelines on sanitation and health and ensures universal access to safe systems along the entire sanitation service chain. It is also in line with the WHO’s 2006 guidelines for the safe use of wastewater, excreta and greywater. COVID-19 outbreak has reinstated the need for global action to ensure access of clean water and sanitation to all, as a human right and as a critical element to protect human health.

Over the past decade CSE – A Global Think Tank has done extensive research, advocacy, and capacity building of state and non-state practitioners highlighting urban water and sanitation realities, their links with public health, and the need to fix these issues. In this endeavor, the School of Water and Waste, AAETI, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), is organizing 4 weeks online course on Safe Water, Sanitation and Health for all during and post COVID19.

Aim
To create change-agents who will have basic understanding about the concepts and principles of Sanitation Safety Planning (SSP) in order to ensure safe water and efficient management of sanitation services.

Learning Outcomes

• Understanding the existing problems in urban water and sanitation management linked to public health
• Recognising the enabling frameworks and regulations applicable for improved water and sanitation for all
• Acquaintance to various tools and approaches for better water and sanitation planning and monitoring
• Understanding concept and approach of water and sanitation safety planning to protect public health

Programme Design
The programme comprises state-of-art teaching learning tools comprising self-study, powerpoint as well as virtual presentations, documentaries featuring case studies from various countries and reading material. It will be an interactive course with periodic assessment through group discussions, exercises and quizzes. Participants will also get a chance to interact and learn from experts at CSE and abroad through online interactions and a webinar.

The course is divided into four modules based on the following themes:

Theme 1: Linkage between water, sanitation and health: Current and future challenges
Theme 2: Enabling environment for improved water and sanitation for all
Theme 3: Tools and approaches for better water and sanitation planning and progress
Theme 4: Water and sanitation safety planning: Risk based approach to protect public health

Participants are expected to complete the course in a period of about four weeks with a workload of 24 hours. Participant is expected to spend about 6 hours per week on reading, discussion, interaction and assignments. At the end of the week and module, participants are expected to submit an assignment based on their learning. These assignments may have multiple choice questions, short answer type questions, quiz or essay type of question. Assessment will be done on the following criteria –

• Comprehensiveness of observations and problems identified
• Extent of critical engagement with course learning
• Depth and nuance in suggested interventions
• Ability to critique self-developed strategy

SFD is emerging as a popular tool to help cities do better sanitation planning and also monitor progress with respect to sanitation. Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), under the aegis of School of Water and Waste is organizing a 2 week virtual training programme on “Preparation of Shit Flow Diagram (SFD)”. For further details on SFD promotion initiative, please visit - https://www.cseindia.org/page/SFD-promotion-initiative and http://www.sfd.susana.org/

The programme is based on state-of-the-art teaching – learning tools consisting of interactive sessions, going through relevant reading material, documentaries, experiential learning using detailed case studies and working in groups. 

Learning Outcomes

• Understand SFDs (graphic and report) and the history of their development
  
• Understand the need for a standardized methodology
• Understand the available tool including their context, range and how to use them
• Use the developed tools to go through a worked example
• Understand the support available to enable the development of SFD for their city
• Prepare SFDs for their towns and cities 

With rapid urbanization and expansion of city boundaries, a number of water bodies in urban areas are facing issues of over exploitation, encroachment, discharge of industrial effluents /domestic sewage and uncontrolled siltation. This results in the destruction of the water body and its catchment area. For prevention of pollution, conservation and restoration of wetlands, the government has come up with different policies and acts. 

Realising the fact that context matters and the challenges and solutions would be unique for each lake’s management, the School of Water and Waste, AAETI, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is organizing anonline course on ‘Urban Lake Management’.The course is based on demand and understanding the need of building capacity of stakeholders involved in urban lake management.

Aim:

To sensitize various stakeholders/practitioners to the basic principles and processes of urban lake management for water and environmental sustainability in urban areas. 

Objectives:

• Improved knowledge on urban lake management – the concepts, tools and techniques.
  
• Understanding of lake as a source of urban water supply, groundwater recharge and wastewater treatment
  
• Exposure to the process of Urban Lake Management  Plan
  
• Develop a community of practice who would be interested to upgrade their skills through advance training programme on Urban Lake Management

Themes:

• Theme 1: Urban Lakes: Context and significance
• Theme 2: Science of  Lakes
• Theme 3: Social, economic and administrative aspects of urban lakes
• Theme 4: Urban Lake Management  Plan 

Course Work

The course comprises of self-study, state-of-art learning tools such as presentations, videos featuring case studies from various countries and other audio material. It will facilitate interaction amongst participants through online forums and discussions. It will be interactive with several interesting assessment exercises and quizzes.

Participants will also get a chance to interact and learn from experts at CSE and abroad through online interactions and a webinar. The webinars are mandatory to attend for all the participants and will add up to 5 marks to the overall final scores of the course.

Understanding the need to build capacity of stakeholders for creating a sustainable and livable society, the School of Water and Waste, AAETI, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in collaboration with South Asia Urban Water (SAUW) of Asian Development Bank is organizing an online training programme on “Capacity building and knowledge support for Preparation of Water and Sanitation Safety Plans (WSSPs)” for stakeholders of West Bengal.

ADB’s South Asia Urban Water (SAUW) division is currently supporting the Government of West Bengal through the West Bengal Drinking Water Sector Improvement Project (WBDWSIP), to provide safe, reliable and continuous drinking water to about 2.6 million people in selected arsenic, fluoride, and salinity affected districts of West Bengal. The WBDWSIP will supply continuous potable drinking water to 66 Gram Panchayats (GPs). The GPs covered under the project are now being supported by ADB, through engagement of 3 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other consultants, and also in partnership with World Health Organisation (WHO) to develop three sample GP-level Water and Sanitation Safety Plans (WSSPs). WSSPs are considered international best practice for assessing and managing public health risks from drinking water supplies and sanitation systems. These concerns are most important when dealing with widespread contagion like the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. 

CSE’s School of Water & Waste will train the relevant stakeholders mainly the concerned people from the 3 NGOs, consulting firms, project management unit, project implementation units, and GP representatives on already established WHO recommended approach, methodology and steps on developing WSSPs for their particular selected GP.

The training would highlight the importance of managing and investing in improvement on water and sanitation systems based on adequate understanding of the actual health risks. The training programme aims to develop the capacities of the participants in preparing a draft WSSP for their GP at the end of the training period.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain understanding about the concept of and need for Water and Sanitation Safety Planning (WSSP)
• Understand how to arrive at/narrow down to WSSP objectives, how to prioritise them and set the scope, boundary, and team for an WSSP
• Demonstrate the need for an inclusive stakeholder engagement from the initial stages of an WSSP for a better outcome
• Capacity to develop a framework of potential hazards and prioritise hazardous events in a sanitation system.
• Enhanced skills to develop an independent criteria for a robust operational and verification monitoring plan.
• Acquired capability to review and update WSSP outputs with effect to changes occurring in the internal and external environment. 

Programme Design

The online training programme is based on state-of-art teaching – learning tools consisting of pre-session readings, videos, PowerPoint presentations, interactive discussion of concepts, group work sessions to practice data collection methods, and quizzes to assess comprehension of material. 

The training is divided into two parts:

Part A (9 hours): Online training engagement with essential and recommended reading materials and video documentaries. It is expected that the participants will take about 9 hours to complete it at their own ease and comfort.

Part B (21 hours): Weekly virtual sessions with group exercises and home tasks to be conducted for 10 weeks. This will involve the exposure to various steps involved in making a WSSP.

Visit the previous training programmes conducted by SWW on the related topic:

• CSE-WHO Training Programme on Sanitation Safety Planning – 2019
• CSE-WHO Training Programme on Sanitation Safety Planning -2018