Rethinking Wastewater Management – Circular by Design

India's rapid urbanisation has resulted in a staggering increase in wastewater generation, with urban areas producing millions of liters daily. Despite the pressing need for effective wastewater management, only a small fraction is treated adequately. The reliance on Centralised Wastewater treatment systems has proven inadequate in bridging this treatment gap. These systems often demand substantial investments in infrastructure, energy, and operational expertise, making them financially and logistically impractical for many regions. This is where Decentralised Wastewater treatment systems emerge as a transformative solution.
The proposed 2-day collaborative training workshop is designed to offer an immersive, application-oriented learning experience. Through a blend of expert-led sessions, hands-on exercises, and site-based learning, the programme aims to equip participants with the practical knowledge and skills required to design, implement, and manage Decentralised Wastewater treatment systems.

IWA member get 10% on the registration fee !

• General Fee (For Professionals) : INR 5000
• IWA Member Fee : INR 4500
• Student Fee : INR 2500

This training programme targets a new generation of professionals who will play a critical role in transforming wastewater management practices in the region. The course is ideal for:

• Students currently pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in relevant fields such as Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Water resource management, Biotechnology, Civil Engineering, Urban planning or related disciplines.

• University-affiliated early career researchers and PhD scholars working on wastewater, sanitation, urban infrastructure, or circular economy

• Young Professionals with up to 3 years of experience in wastewater management or related sectors (Environmental consulting and research, NGOs /startups, Urban local bodies and development authorities, private utilities and asset management companies)

(Open only for Indian nationals)

The primary objective of this program is to empower participants with practical knowledge and application-based training in DEWATS, enabling them to:

• Understand core concepts of wastewater generation, treatment principles, and challenges in conventional sanitation systems.
• Learn about the planning and design process for Decentralised systems, including baseline data collection, and feasibility assessments
• Engage critically with policy frameworks, financing mechanisms, and stakeholder dynamics that influence the implementation of Decentralised systems as scale.

By the end of the program, participants will:

• Have a comprehensive understanding of decentraliszed wastewater treatment technologies.
• Be equipped with practical skills for designing and implementing decentralised systems.
• Learn to evaluate and monitor treatment performance using real-time data and digital tools.
• Be able to advocate for and integrate decentralized systems into broader water management strategies.
• Form a network of like-minded professionals for continued collaboration and learning.