Online Training on Basics of Decentralized Wastewater Treatment and Local Reuse

Background
At present, 80% of wastewater worldwide is released untreated in the environment. Research findings have explored the huge potential of reusing and recycling of treated wastewater to augment freshwater sources and mitigate water stress. Moreover, policy frameworks all over the world also emphasize on the reuse and recycling of treated wastewater for local purpose. This calls for a paradigm shift from the current centralized approach to one which is sustainable in nature and emphasizes on the reuse and recycle of treated wastewater. One such sustainable approach is decentralized wastewater treatment as it addresses the problem of water pollution and scarcity. The approach is based on the important principle – devolving level of the application so that wastewater can be treated at affordable costs, cutting the cost of pumping long distances and promoting local reuse of treated wastewater. It provides an added advantage to meet the huge demand of non-potable water which does not require tertiary level of treatment, thus reducing the stress on water sources.

Purpose
To equip participants with the knowledge of decentralized wastewater treatment through successfully implemented case studies.

Learning Objectives:

• To understand the existing problems in wastewater management.
• Understanding of the definition, concept and approach of decentralized wastewater treatment vis a vis centralized wastewater treatment and its intervention in urban areas.
• Acquaintance to web based portal MOUNT – case studies showing different technologies and cost effectiveness. 
• Understanding about the enabling frameworks and regulations applicable to decentralized wastewater treatment including reuse. 

Programme Design
The programme comprises of self-study, technological learning tools such as presentations, videos featuring case studies from different countries. It will facilitate interaction amongst participants through online forums and discussions. It will be 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.

Participants are expected to complete the course in a period of about four weeks with a workload of 24 hours. Participant are 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 attempt a quiz based on their learning. These quizzes may have multiple choice questions, short answer type questions and essay type of question. Participants will be asked to submit a final assignment for their evaluation.

At the end of the course, participants will get course completion/participation certificate based on their performance. 

Target Audience:

• Working professionals and decision makers from government and non-government institutions
• PMU assisting Govt. in mainstreaming water-wastewater measures
• Urban Planners, Architects, Engineers and Consultants
• Practitioners from consultancies, community-based organizations, social-welfare organizations, non-government organizations
• Independent researchers and academician working in water and sanitation sector
• Representatives of Resident Welfare Association

Training Coordinator:

JYOTI PARSAD DADHICH
Deputy Programme Manager
Water Programme, CSE
Mobile: +91 8559838864
Email: jyoti.parsad@cseindia.org 

Training Director:

DEPINDER KAPUR
Director
Water Programme, CSE
Email: dkapur@cseindia.org