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Paryavaran.com members, we are now 6500 members strong coming from 2000+ environment organizations! To celebrate the occasion we have redesigned the website to give space to 1000 truly innovative indian environment organizations who can join us as Institutional Partners and run the paryvaran.com website together on one platform. Ping me at ien@paryavaran.com if you want to be part of my dream of "To create a million hours of work in the service of mother earth" .

You cannot seperate great paryavaran work from truly amazing paryavaran professionals who make the vision of your environment ogranization possible. Indian Environment NEtwork run by paryavaran.com plans to celebrate these professionals by nominating one Paryavaran Star every week.  Happy to talk to any sponsors who can help us nominate one PAryvaran Star every day!!

This week we are proud to nominate D. C. Shekhar, as our next "Paryavaran Star" .

Chandra Kishore, Founder, paryvaran.com, sat with Shekhar over a cup of virtual coffee on Facebook Live on February 9th , 8 PM India time/ February 9 , 9:30 AM US EST.

The interview was broadcasted on Facebook Live on our facebook page www.facebook.com/dayoutwith . Please LIKE and SHARE the page to get alerts for these interviews.

D.C. Shekhar was a merchant navy oil tanker captain until 2003 and oversaw operational risks of a fleet of oil tankers for few years while working at Singapore. He studied finance management at SIngapore and returned to India in 2007 to further study EGMP at IIM Bangalore.

He founded Lavender Pvt Ltd which studied the techno commercial dynamics of sectors of cruise tourism, hydrofoils, seaplanes, yacht marinas and Ro Ro circuits for the Government.

He further founded AlphaMERS Ltd and engaged in innovation of problem areas in water bodies. AlphaMERS developed and patent applied multiple solutions including floating trash barrier, silt trapping, maritime floating security barriers, ocean wave energy converters and flood relief gear.

AlphaMERS, incorporated in 2010, has been a profit making bootstrapped MSME which has invested heavily in R&D from its own accruals, and successfully developed solutions in sunrise industries of environment, maritime security and renewable energy.

"Day out with a Star" http://www.dayoutwithastar.com is a an initiative of Paryavaran.com ( Indian Environment Network) to give a platform to amazing innovators all over the world where their fans can directly book one-on-one time with their idols and get inspired. Support us by joining as an institutional partner to showcase your Star professionals, customers and community members as the next "Star" on our platform!

Here is the youtube link:

Dear Researcher,

During last 10 years, we have published more than 150 books (under the aegis of ENVBOOKS series) and currently editing few more new International books on various themes like:

‘Energy conservation and renewable sources’

 ‘Vermicompost and Vermitechnology’

‘Air Pollution and Control technologies’

'Noise Pollution and Control'

 ‘Geospatial Technology and Natural Resources’

‘Bioremediation and Biotechnology’

‘Water resources conservation & management’

'Climate Change'

'Pest Control and Management'

'Plant Disease Management''

‘Safety and Disaster Management’

‘Clean Technology’

‘Animal Biodiversity’

'Soil Pollution and remediation

‘Biodiversity and conservation’

'Microbial Ecology'

‘Waste Management’

‘Environmental Toxicology and Heavy metals’

‘Biotechnological Tools and Environment’

We have received a large number of manuscripts from UK, Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, China, South Africa, Japan, Guyana, PNG, Nepal, South America, Mexico, India, etc. So, we have decided to publish these compendiums as soon as possible.

Manuscripts can be submitted as earliest as possible for our current ongoing books on above given topics.

Guideline for Authors:

Manuscripts should be Descriptive, error free and no proof will be sent for rechecking before publishing.

Lengthy papers will be preferred. Submitted manuscripts should be of more than 20 pages in single line space. There is no publishing and handling charges for suitable and selected papers. No royalty will be given in any condition.

Page strength Vs Publication charges: 
MSS Pages                   Charges for Indian (INR)            Charges for Foreigners (USD)
 > 20                                   Free                                                Free
15-19                                  500                                                 50

10-14                                  700                                                100

06-09                                 1000                                               150

03-05                                 1500                                               200

Brief details for manuscript format are given below:

Manuscript should be in simple form and consists of- Abstract, Introduction, Materials and methods, Results and Discussion, Acknowledgements (if any), References in MS-Word format 12 font size and single line space. Besides, you can design the manuscript as per the requirement of paper in special cases or review paper. Hard copy submission is not required.

Please avoid unwanted formatting and do maintain the references and text strictly as per instructions.

Use single MS-Word file for one manuscript. No separate cover letter is required.

Please always give full addresses (with city and country), affiliations, e-mail in each paper.  

Corresponding authors must write his/her postal address & e-mail address in each paper.

Correct and full postal address and e-mail address are must. Soft copy reprints will be sent to corresponding authors only.

Reference format-

Bharti, P. K. and Chauhan, A. (2012): Climate Change and Agriculture, Discovery Publishing House, Delhi, pp: 326.

Bharti, Pawan K. (2007): Why are Indian standards not strict? Current Science, 93(9): 1202.

Deadline of manuscript submission for these books (1^st Vol.) is 30 May 2020. Books will be published in Mar 2021. Deadline for IInd Vol. of these books is 30 August 2020 and for IIIrd Vol. the deadline is 30 October 2020. The books will be published by June 2021. Thereafter, new books publication will be continue in consecutive years too.

Please send only papers those are not submitted elsewhere, because withdrawal of these papers will not be possible after reaching in the further publication process.

Always use this ID (envbooks@gmail.com) for correspondence.

Please keep patience and trust.

If you are interested for being editor in our books, please contact our chief editor.

We appreciate the academic and research collaborations with different institutions/universities. Please feel free to ask anything related to collaboration.

If this e-mail is not related to you, please ignore it.

Regards,

Managing editor,

for ENVBOOKS series

Delhi, India

Editors

Dr. Pawan Kumar ‘Bharti’

India

Dr. A. Chauhan

India

Dr. Khwairakpam Gajananda

Ethiopia

Prof. Olubukola Oluranti Babalola

South Africa

Prof. H.A.H. Kaoud

Egypt

Dr. Govinda Bhandari

Nepal

ENVBOOKS series is also providing editorial/Technical services (on payment basis) for:

• Research paper writing & publishing,
• Being Editor in a book
• Ph.D. Synopsis, Ph.D. Thesis writing,
• Filing Patent
• Organizing Conferences/workshop
• Environmental consultancy
• Career counseling and job placement
• Industrial R&D Solutions/troubleshooting & formulation development
• Modeling for EIA projects
• Organizing scientific/academic event (Training/workshop/seminar)

Manusrushti Firm is looking for Empanelled Expert as per NABET criteria for Ecology and Biodivesity field (EB). Kindly contact us on Mobile: 9867851056 and send resume with expected remuneration on mail ID : manusrushtiservices@gmail.com.

We are Consultant Company working in Mining sector since 1998 having register office Bhubaneswar, Odisha. As we have applied for accrediation to the NABET, QCI, New Delhi, with further process we have been asked for empanelling expertise in the field of Soil Conservation & SHW. So any one interest please contact us. Mr.Debasish Gouda MANAGING DIRECTOR ENVOMIN CONSULTANT(P)LTD. M-9437063188

Avoid sending waste to a landfill..

Separating waste is the first step in managing your school’s rubbish. Set up bins for the different kinds of waste, and make sure the right bins are used. You should have clearly labelled bins for glass, paper, plastic, cans and for organic waste.

Educate staff and students about using other ways of disposing of waste, such as recycling, reusing and composting.

It’s an immense pleasure to have children around to change their school to sustainable and eco-friendly campus…   

 There is a requirement of  for project managers for Construction sector EIA sector 38 and 39 and also for industrial sector 

 The requirement is for Ecofootforward ,Vikroli Mumbai. 

 those interested should send their CV's to 

 careers@ecofootforward.org or milind@ecofootforward.org

 Contact No. 022-25144129

Required Fresher Female Executive for Environment Consultancy located in Kalyan

No. of Requirements: 2

Minimum Educational Qualification: BSc. Or M.Sc. Preferably in Environment Science.

Job location: Kalyan

Job timing: 9.30 to 6.30 Holidays on All Sundays and 4^th Saturday of month

Job profile:

Preparation of Environment reports and documentation.

Preference: Fluency in Writing English and Execution of project.

Job Training will be provided.                                                                                                                              Please send your detailed CV and your expected salary on manusrushtiservices@gmail.com.Kindly Contact Harshal Tambat 9699093429

Required urgently candidates for appointment as Social Expert for in-house assignment for work in EIA studies. Candidate must have Masters Degree in Social Welfare / Sociology/ Political Science/ Psychology/ Geography/ Anthropology/
Economics/Environmental Economics/Urban Planning/Regional Planning/Environmental Planning, Developmental Sciences Or any other Social Science subject.

It is desirable that candidate is NABET accredited as FAE in category A/B projects. Contact at the earliest with latest CV at jobs@rstechnologies.co.in.

Salary negotiable and to be appointed immediately at Gurugram office. 

For the first time in Rajasthan we hold a full 72 hour, 13 day Permaculture Design certification course from Dec 14 ~ 26 Dec at the Astha Training Center in Bedla, Bargaon, Udaipur. 

What is Permaculture Design

Permaculture is a comprehensive eco-social design system that draws from energy efficient appropriate tech, indigenous wisdom and site-specific observations to create homesteads, farms and all human habitats as fertile, diverse and resilient as natural eco-systems.

The Course Description

Sardar Patel Mahavidyalaya, Chandrapur, Maharashtra 

Department of Environmental Science

Advertisement for Research Assistant

Applications are invited for the following purely temporary post of Research Assistant (01 post) in IMPRESS-ICSSR, New Delhi sponsored project on “Sustainable Adaptation Strategies for Climate Smart Agriculture with emphasis on Marginalized Farmers”. The person to be considered for appointment must have 55% in M.Sc. Environmental Science in first attempt. The appointment will be purely on a contractual basis for a period of 12 months initially or till his/her services are required by the Project Director, whichever is earliest on a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 20,000/- only. For other terms and conditions ICSSR rules shall be applicable. Application on plain paper along with recent CV with a passport size photograph affixed on it and all supporting documents in two sets should reach in hard copy and soft copy both to Dr. Rahul Krishna Kamble, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Sciences, Sardar Patel Mahavidyalaya, Chandrapur 442 402, Maharashtra (rahulkk41279@yahoo.com) on or before 15 November 2019. Candidates selected for interview will be informed through email only. No TA/DA will be paid to appear for the interview.

Date: October 24, 2019                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Sd-

Advt. No: 1/2019                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PI of the Project

Looking Job For Socio-economic Expert. I Have More Than 8 years Experience and NABET Approved. Kindly Contact Me @ 8806194816

10th National Seminar and Research Excellence Award

National Seminar:

Celebrating 10 glorious years, Guru Arjan Dev Institute of Development Studies (IDSAsr) Amritsar recognizes a clear need for new approaches to address the various problems in the field of food and nutritional securities. In order to develop the integrated solutions; 10th IDSAsr National Seminar will be organized under the auspices of Guru Arjan Dev Institute of Development Studies in the month of December 2019. The seminar will put a lens on the problem while focusing on better understanding the concept, problems faced and policy solution. These are early days in our effort at developing a workable strategy and much remains to be done. FNS-2019 will be a privileged forum for debating new research streams and challenges and for identifying areas of success and partnership opportunities in the fields of food and nutritional securities towards sustainability, which in turn had the potential to impact the way people think. Keeping in view once’s vast expertise in the field; it will be highly appreciated if you please contribute your thought provoking paper for presentation and discussion at the seminar. Selected papers after peer blind review presented/discussed at the seminar will be published with ISBN in a book form. Also pay a visit to Golden Temple.

Research Excellence Award:

On the eve of 550th Parkash Utsav of Guru Nanak Dev, Guru Arjan Dev Institute of Development Studies, Amritsar (IDSAsr) has also initiated different research awards in the domain of Development Studies. Nominations are invited for the different categories of awards before 30 October, 2019. Research undertaken during the last five year (2014 onward) will be taken into account for this purpose. Awards will be confirmed on the annual seminar of the institute slated for December 06-07, 2019. Nomination must includes a para how your research is beneficial for sustainable living. Different categories of awards are Life time achievement award in Development Studies (above the age of 65 yrs but active in research); Male researcher of the year up to the age of 65 yrs but above 40 yrs; female researcher of the year up to the age of 65 yrs but above 40 yrs; Young researcher (separately for male and female of the year (below the age of 40 yrs) award and Student Researcher Award below the age of 27yrs. Nomination must include why you considered best fit for the award, its sub category and practical implication of your research. Though there is no fee for the award but a sum of Rs 5000 (Rs. Five thousand only) has be paid to cover contingency/processing cost. Award consists of Memento, Medal and a certificate. Decision of the panel of jury will be final and cannot be challenged. Any of the award cannot be granted if found not suitable by the panel of jury. Soft copy of the nomination may be sent at idsasr@aol.com (M No 9914703461) Bank Detail: Name of the beneficiary: The Director, GAD Institute of Development Studies Account No. : 11832151020110 IFSC Code: ORBC0101183 Name of the Bank: Oriental Bank of Commerce Address of the Bank: Diamond Avenue, Majitha Road, Amritsar

Amritsar based research institute, namely, Guru Arjan Dev Institute of Development Studies, added another feather to her cap. Today institute released its second annual publication of the year. The book entitled India’s Water Crisis: Time for a Rethink is authored by the renowned agricultural economist and Director General of the institute Dr Gursharan Singh Kainth. The book with 9781646617852 as ISBN  is published by Xpress Publishing – an imprint of Notion Press.

Earlier book entitled Recycling of waste water and reuse system published by Bharati Publication, New Delhi was released by the institute. Three books are entitled Education for Sustainable Development; Technology led Financial Inclusion and Elementary Education: Needs Renewed Push are likely to be released by the institute before the end of current year.

Water poised itself the centre if civilization since time immemorial. The limited amount of useable water on this plant is becoming scarcer with growing industrialization, population exploitation and irrational use. This captivating book “India’s Water Crisis: Task Ahead” takes readers through insights of water management required for sustenance of humanity and analysis of sustainable development in the context of Indian water resources. It brings together the information on the technological advances in water management.

There is well known adage – Waste not, Want not. The book added, Waste not the Waste and do not untouch an untouchable.  Giving human touch to technology has never harmed anyone.

Sh  G Nageswara Rao Chairman Atomic Energy Regulatory Board Mumbai in his forward to the book added that the book would be very beneficial towards spreading awareness on the crucial aspects of water management required for sustenance of humanity. It provides the statistics and brings together the information on the technological advances in water management.  It will be very good reference to the key stakeholders as well as academicians and research scholars.  The wide range of topics covered is a testimony to the dedication and commitment of the author to the nation.

 8222_cover_0902736001567072909.pdf

Dear all

We required NABET approved FAE in following sector as empanelled expert

LU, EB, Socioeconomic, HG and SC

Kindly send your CV on 

manusrushtiservices@gmail.com

or Call me on 9867851056

Assumptions :- Capacity of the STP - 75 KLD, Peak Factor - 2, PSF & ACF running time 10 hr/day,

Hence the flow rate is 15 KL/hr.

What can be the diameter & height of the filter bed and the vessel?

Can 1m dia & 2 m height suffice?

In response to my earlier post, I am once again reposting the same: There is an Opening for Environment Expert Smart City Project in Odisha, India The incumbent should be MSc Environment/Natural Science OR M Tech in Environment Science/Management & PhD in Environment Science. 5-7 years of Work experience in JnNURM/ World Bank /Asian Development Bank Projects worked in the area of Environment, Infrastructure & Developmental Projects, Solid Waste Management, Lake & River Rejuvenation, Biodiversity, and Riverfront Development The position is purely contractual as the Smart City project will be for next 5 years and contract extends in every 1 year based on the performance of a candidate so interested candidate may contact personally with their CV for further details on mishra.as@gmail.com.

Greetings from Quantum, 

Quantum ProjectInfra Pvt Ltd (http://www.quantumrealty.co.in/), is a full service consulting, advisory & management Company primarily focused on Real Estate sector & has added variety of value-added services over the years on to its portfolio of offerings.

Continuing with this growing portfolio, we are now consolidating our services in Environmental & Social sectors through dedicated in-house environmental consultancy division involving full time as well as empaneled sectoral experts from diverse environmental & social areas. This will enable us to offer comprehensive services under one roof to better meet your requirements & expectations.

Specifically in the context of Environment, we offer the following services within Environmental, Social & Energy Sector;

• Environmental & Social Due Diligence
• Environmental Monitoring & Analysis services
• Environment Management Plans (EMPs)
• Environmental Audits
• Ecology & Biodiversity Studies
• Energy Audits
• Waste Management services

We’re also in the process of providing the following additional services in due course of time;

• Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)/Environmental Clearances
• Water & Wastewater Treatments
• Smart City Solutions

If you’re looking for any of these services, Please do let us know & we would like to welcome the chance of personal interactions so that we can provide insights into our value added services.

Please feel free to contact us in case of any further information or clarifications in this regard. You can reach out at any of the following numbers,

Mr. Anil Kumar Pandit | +91 9930144202 |+91 22 67581710

Mr. Mandar G. Joshi | +91 8600910250 |+91 22 67581714

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Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), a New Delhi based non-profit institution, is currently seeking Deputy Programme Manager (DPM) for its Solid Waste Management (SWM) Programme. 

CSE is one of India's leading public interest research institutes. It is known for its rigorous research and advocacy on environmental and sustainable development issues.  

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME OF CSE
The SWM programme at CSE addresses policy and practices for effective and affordable waste management in India and other developing countries. The programme works with national governments to bring policies that support sustainable solid waste management including plastics and biomedical waste management. The programme works with city governments in India and few African countries to implement solid waste management projects based on segregation at source and decentralized processing. The programme also runs a ‘Forum of Cities that Segregate’, to exchange knowledge and build capacity to achieve effective and affordable waste management in Indian cities. 

The nature of the work of the team is extremely dynamic and includes research, advocacy, implementation and capacity building. 

WORK PROFILE 
The candidate will be required to substantially contribute to the team’s research, advocacy and implementation work. Major work responsibilities include: 

• Managing and monitoring implementation of projects in states and cities.
• Preparing reports (both with and without technical inputs), policy briefs, etc.
• Reviewing policy, rules and regulations.
• Writing on issues / development related to waste management.
• Communicating with national and state level officials.
• Engaging with various stakeholders at the national and state levels to disseminate information and build knowledge/awareness about solid waste management;
• Organize national and state level meetings and workshops and training programmes to improve SWM policies and practices. 

SKILLS

• Strong relationship building skills;
• Excellent programme and team management skills;
• Good interpersonal skills and experience in working effectively in a multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity to diverse opinion
• Ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders, including government officials, urban local bodies (ULBs), NGOs, communities.
• Understanding of other organizations groups, and individuals in the waste and sanitation sector including government policies / reforms. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate in both English and Hindi.
• Must be willing to travel to monitor implementation work.
• Ability to perform and deliver under tight deadlines. 

QUALIFICATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Candidates with a PhD/post graduate in planning, engineering, waste management, sanitation or environment related field with at least 5-8 years of work experience. Candidate should have experience of research, advocacy and training. The candidate should be able to work in a tight-knit and dynamic team that works on wide range of issues related to urban waste management. He/she should have strong networking and liasoning skills, willingness to travel and fluency in both written and spoken English/Hindi.  

SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience. 

LOCATION: New Delhi 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 21^st, 2019 

HOW TO APPLY: 

Candidates can send applications online (preferable) or by postal services, as convenient. 

For online submission: Please visit http://jobs.cseindia.org and choose ‘DPM – SWM Delhi’. 

Or Post it to: 

Ms. Jagdeep Gupta,
Executive Director- Planning & Operations
Centre for Science and Environment
41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 110062
Tel: 29956394/6339/5124, Fax: 29955879

NP: Only short listed candidates will be informed. The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and written test.

Weblink: https://www.cseindia.org/deputy-programme-manager-for-municipal-solid-waste-management-programme-9386

Dear Researcher,

During last 9 years, we have published more than 120 books (under the aegis of ENVBOOKS series) and currently editing few more new International books on various themes like:

‘Energy and renewable sources’

 ‘Vermicompost and Vermitechnology’

‘Air Pollution and Control technologies’

'Noise Pollution and Control'

 ‘Geospatial Technology and Natural Resources’

‘Bioremediation and Biotechnology’

‘Water resources conservation & management’

'Climate Change'

'Seed Technology'

'Food Technology'

'Pest Control and Management'

'Plant Disease Management''

‘Safety and Disaster Management’

 ‘Clean Technology’

‘Animal Biodiversity’

'Soil Pollution and Lithosphere'

‘Biodiversity and conservation’

'Microbial Ecology'

‘Waste Management’

‘Environmental Toxicology and Heavy metals’

‘Biotechnological Tools and Environment’

We have received a large number of manuscripts from UK, Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, China, South Africa, Japan, Guyana, PNG, Nepal, South America, India, etc. So, we have decided to publish these projects as soon as possible.

Manuscripts can be submitted as earliest as possible for our current ongoing books on above given topics.

Guideline for Authors:

Manuscripts should be Descriptive, error free and no proof will be sent for rechecking before publishing.

Lengthy papers will be preferred. Submitted manuscripts should be of more than 20 pages in single line space. There is no publishing and handling charges for suitable and selected papers. No royalty will be given in any condition.

Page strength Vs Publication charges: 
MSS Pages                   Charges for Indian (INR)            Charges for Foreigners (USD)
 > 20                                   Free                                                Free
15-19                                  500                                                 50

10-14                                  700                                                100

06-09                                 1000                                               150

03-05                                 1500                                               200

Brief details for manuscript format are given below:

Manuscript should be in simple form and consists of- Abstract, Introduction, Materials and methods, Results and Discussion, Acknowledgements (if any), References in MS-Word format 12 font size and single line space. Besides, you can design the manuscript as per the requirement of paper in special cases or review paper. Hard copy submission is not required.

Please avoid unwanted formatting and do maintain the references and text strictly as per instructions.

Use single MS-Word file for one manuscript. No separate cover letter is required.

Please always give full addresses (with city and country), affiliations, e-mail in each paper.  

Corresponding authors must write his/her postal address & e-mail address in each paper.

Correct and full postal address and e-mail address are must. Soft copy reprints will be sent to corresponding authors only.

Reference format-

Bharti, P. K. and Chauhan, A. (2012): Climate Change and Agriculture, Discovery Publishing House, Delhi, pp: 326.

Bharti, Pawan K. (2007): Why are Indian standards not strict? Current Science, 93(9): 1202.

Deadline of manuscript submission for these books (1^st Vol.) is 30 May 2019. Books will be published in Mar 2020. Deadline for IInd Vol. of these books is 30 September 2019 and for IIIrd Vol. the deadline is 30 November. The books will be published by June 2020. Thereafter, new books publication will be continue in consecutive years too.

Please send only papers those are not submitted elsewhere, because withdrawal of these papers will not be possible after reaching in the further publication process.

Always use this ID (envbooks@gmail.com) for correspondence.

Please keep patience and trust.

If you are interested for being editor in our books, please contact our chief editor.

Feel free to ask anything and if this e-mail is not related to you, please ignore it.

Regards,

Managing editor,

for ENVBOOKS series

Delhi, India

Editors

Dr. Pawan Kumar ‘Bharti’

India

Dr. A. Chauhan

India

Dr. Khwairakpam Gajananda

Ethiopia

Prof. Olubukola Oluranti Babalola

South Africa

Prof. H.A.H. Kaoud

Egypt

Dr. Govinda Bhandari

Nepal

ENVBOOKS series is also providing editorial/Technical services (on payment basis) for:

• Research paper writing & publishing,
• Your own book publishing
• Editor in a book
• Ph.D. Synopsis, Ph.D. Thesis writing,
• Patent File
• Organizing Conferences/workshop
• Environmental consultancy
• Career counseling and job placement
• Modeling for EIA projects
• Organizing scientific/academic event