A 3-day Intensive Course on Understanding, Quantifying, and Mitigating GHG Emissions
This 18-hour course introduces the principles of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in urban wastewater systems. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of GHG generation, quantification, and mitigation, alongside practical skills in carbon accounting and data analysis. Designed to address a strong interest in net-zero and GHG emissions, this course combines theory, real-world case studies, and hands-on activities to address emissions challenges and promote sustainability.
What You Will Learn:
Day 1 – Foundations of GHG Emissions in Wastewater Systems
- Understanding Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and how they are generated.
- Mechanisms of GHG emissions in the urban water cycle and influencing factors.
- Principles of carbon accounting and practical tools.
- Interactive workshop using Excel for GHG quantification.
Day 2 – Quantification Techniques
- Fundamentals of nitrous oxide (N₂O) quantification.
- Methods for methane (CH₄) emission measurement.
Day 3 – Overcoming Challenges and Mitigation Strategies
- Tackling challenges in quantification and data analysis.
- Workshop: applying techniques to real-world problems.
- Strategies for mitigating GHG emissions in wastewater systems.
- Course wrap-up and actionable next steps.
What’s Included:
- Comprehensive course notes and resources.
- Access to leading experts and hands-on exercises.
- 18 CPD hours for professional development.
Who Should Attend?
- Anyone with an interest in GHG emissions, net-zero concepts.
- Those seeking an understanding of GHG emissions best practice
- Professionals involved in operational, regulatory or service provision roles
- Those developing and implementing net-zero plans
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