RECRUITMENT FOR JRF DST-SERB PROJECT

Applications are invited from the citizens of India for filling up the following temporary position for the sponsored project from the DST - Science and Engineering research board (SERB) (Project NO. XUB/RP/SERB/01) undertaken in the Xavier School of Sustainability of this University. The position is temporary and offer will be initially for a period of ONE Year and can be extended (based on the performance) only for the duration of the project. The requisite qualification & experience etc. are given below

The appointment is for a time bound project and the candidate is required to work mainly for the successful completion of the project. Candidate possessing the requisite qualification and experience should send their updated CV with a cover letter to Dr. Arup Roy at aruproy@xsos.edu.in on or before 18^th November, 2016. While sending your CV please write “Application for JRF” in subject line of the email. The shortlisted candidates will be intimated through email about their mode of interview and date. Tentative date of interview is 21^st November, 2016.http://www.xub.edu.in/images/pdf/JRF-Advertisement.pdf

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This video is only available till the 6th of November.

Position: Sr. Programme officer
Location:New Delhi
Toxics Link is an environmental NGO, dedicated to bringing toxics related information into the public domain, both relating to struggles and problems at the grassroots as well as global information to the local levels. We work with other groups around the country as well as internationally in an understanding that this will help bring the experience of the ground to the fore, and lead to a more meaningful articulation of issues. Toxics Link also engages in on-the ground work especially in areas of municipal, hazardous, medical, e-waste, plastic waste and management and food safety among others. Working in networks, utilizing community outreach and education, policy analysis, research, training and program development, we work at the state and central levels to help create solutions, which are driven by the needs of people. We are also involved in a wider range of environmental issues in Delhi and outside as part of a coalition of non-governmental organizations.
JOB PROFILE
Responsibilities:
* To devise specific strategies for program development and implementation.
* To develop specific campaigns on environmental issues, engage with policy analysis and advocacy.
* Ability to plan and implement projects on waste management in various parts of India.
* To undertake independent research on environmental issues, analyse information and data.
* To conceive, plan and organize training and capacity building workshops of national, regional and international levels.
* To engage with stakeholders and partners at multiple levels and build networks
* To represent Toxics Link in various national and international fora.
Qualifications:
* Should be post-graduate in environmental sciences/ science stream from a recognized university.
* Should have minimum four years of working experience in the development sector, previous experience in environmental sector( waste Management) will be an advantage
* Possess excellent communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills and be a team player.
* Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
* Ability to work independently.
Send in your CV to:
Snigdha Sinha, Toxics Link, H2 (Ground Floor), Jungpura Extension, New Delhi- 110014. E mail: snigdha@toxicslink.org

About CSE 

Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), a New Delhi based public interest research and advocacy organization, is currently seeking a Programme Officer for the Compliance Enforcement Team under the Environmental Governance department. 

Established in 1980, CSE over the course of years has been regarded for its rigorous scientific and policy research and advocacy on environmental issues. CSE has made meaningful contributions to shape regulatory policies and bring in changes to make development practices environmentally responsible and socially equitable. Taking into account the challenges of the day, the institution is constantly innovating on ideas and practices that can help realize the vision of a sustainable future.   

About the Compliance Enforcement programme

CSE has been given the task of capacity development of Environmental Regulators in the country and has been working in collaboration with Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for this. The team aims to continue this capacity building of various stakeholders on different environmental issues and also engage in research and advocacy including industrial and environmental pollution. The team has also got recognition to extend its capacity building programmes to the elected representatives from across the country and other government departments dealing with human development. The major work of the team includes writing policy briefs, developing action plans and sensitisation to build the capacity of policy makers, local bodies for better compliance, monitoring and enforcement. We are looking for a Senior Research Associate to work for our Compliance Enforcement Team under the Environmental Governance department. 

The team also works with managers from industry whose responsibility is assuring overall environmental management of the plants. The team carries out capacity building programmes for managers to help them adopt efficient compliance assurance plan as well as prepare themselves for future by capacitating them in the area of climate change, renewable energy, environmental impact assessment, social impact assessment, land acquisition, corporate social responsibility and so on.  

Work Profile

The candidate will be required to substantially contribute to the team’s capacity development work apart from research and advocacy work. Specific tasks will involve-

• Research on policy matters and contribute to teams capacity development work;

• Analysis of data/information as required for specific research;

• Preparation of reports, communication materials, and other publications as necessary;

• Communicating with a wide range of stakeholders for effective advocacy; 

• Enhancing network of concerned stakeholders;

• Travel as required for the team’s work.

Required Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills and a good hold on technical report writing;

• Very good oral communication and networking ability;

• Must be able to work under short deadlines;

• Ability to think creatively;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Should be disciplined, responsible and flexible with work as per requirements of the team;

• Most importantly, given the dynamic nature of the teams work, the candidate needs to be extremely motivated and perceptive.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates with a B.Tech/ M.Tech in Environmental Engineering or Masters in Environmental Science, with excellent writing and communication skills and having a work experience of 4 - 7 years in the relevant field

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is based in New Delhi.

Candidates can send applications online (preferable) or by postal services, as convenient. Please send your application stating the competence and suitability for this position, expected salary and availability in terms of date of joining. 

The last date of application is Oct 10, 2016. To apply for the above position, please ‘click here’.

Or post your application to:  

Ms. Jagdeep Gupta , Executive Director- Planning & Operations
Centre for Science and Environment
41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area,
New Delhi – 110062
Tel: +91 (011)-29956394/6339/5124 
Fax: +91- (011)-29955879 

NP: Only short listed candidates will be informed

Weblink: http://www.cseindia.org/content/programme-officer-environment-governance-unit

CSE’s short-term EIA training programme UNDERSTANDING EIA: FROM SCREENING TO DECISION MAKING

Urgent Require Environment Experts with following criteria:

1. Post Graduation in Environmental Engineering with 10 years of experience - 1 no.

2. Post Graduation in Environmental Engineering with 5 years of experience - 1 no.

3. Graduation in Environmental Engineering with 5 years of experience - 1 no.

4. B.E in Environmental Engineering or equivalent - 1 no.

5. B.E in Environmental / Civil Engineering or equivalent - 3 no.

6. B.E in Mechanical Engineer or equivalent - 1 no.

7. B.E in Electrical Engineer or equivalent - 1 no.

8. Graduate/Diploma with experience of 1 years - 5 nos.

9. Auto cad operator - 1 no.

10. Specialized in Marathi typing - 1 no.

Interested candidates can mail their CV's on vaishaliharshal@gmail.com

PROGRAMME OFFICER FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT TEAM

Read more at:State%20pollution%20control%20board%20NGT%20Judgement.pdf http://www.livelaw.in/ngt-issues-guidelines-appointments-state-pollution-control-boards/

Dear All

Is Court the only solution for environmental protection and enforcement of Law with long judicial process?

Few University/ Institutes are removing Environmental Studies (a compulsory course at Graduate level as per Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India) from syllabus. In a recent matter as explained in letter/ representation address to higher authorities below, what can be other solution(s) for such unjustified act?

Some people like A K Katiyar who is professor of physics at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow (UP), India are working to destroy environmental education. A letter was also written in this connection to higher authorities as under:

SPPED POST/ fax: 0522-2287025/email

Date: 20.08.2016

To

Hon’ble Chairman

U.P. State Council of Higher Education, 6th Floor, INDIRA BHAWAN, ASHOK MARG, LUCKNOW-226001 U.P.

Sub:    Request for (1) compliance of Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India for re-introduction again compulsory subject (Environmental Studies) as earlier in current session in BTech I year syllabus as earlier,

(2) Action in Green Mission of UP Government and to save employment of many teachers of Environmental Studies,

(3) action against Dr A K Katiyar, Professor of Physics, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021.

Respected Sir,

Efforts of the UP government in environmental protection and green UP mission are well known and recognized at International level. Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in Writ Petition (civil)  860 of 1991 [M.C.Mehta V. Union of India & Ors.] changed the history of India for Environmental education as it is now mandatory course at all UG level in the country. Few people like Dr A K Katiyar (who is Professor of Physics in a UP Government University and do not know the importance of environmental protection), Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021, being convener in Board of Studies at University, intentionally violates Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India (as he know it is compulsory subject as per Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court) and dropped some 15 days ago (recently) the compulsory subject of Environmental studies from I year of BTech (UG) Program for the session 2016-17 (changed syllabus is available at University website) without any fear of Law/ Contempt of Supreme Court Order.  As a result of this many other colleges affiliated with this University also dropping/ deleting “Environmental Sciences” subject, which is compulsory, from UG program in current session. The mission and effort of Government to make UP and country green and more livable environmentally and efforts of the Government are derailed by Dr A K Katiyar; consequently many contractual teachers of environmental studies may be removed in near future, because contract of many teachers for Environmental studies are renewed on session/ yearly basis. On one side Government is giving employments while on another side people like Dr A K Katiyar is creating a situation to fail the policy of Government to create unemployment.

Please sir, there is an urgent need and request (1) for immediate action in the matter to compliance of Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India to introduce again “Environmental Studies” subject in current session itself as earlier in BTech Ist Year and all other UG programs (2) for action against Dr A K Katiyar, Professor of Physics, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU), IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021. Email mail: akkatiyariet@yahoo.com Mob. 9415039015, as he is not obeying Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and being convener derailing the mission UP green of Government, and for playing with career of many Teachers of Environmental Studies.

There is also need to send an immediate order to Registrar/ Vice Chancellor, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU), IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021 and other Universities to follow Government/ Hon’ble Supreme Court Orders and not to remove the subject of “Environmental Studies” from Ist year BTech program (UG) like all other technical Universities, NITs and other Universities of the country.

Submitted for kind perusal please at the earliest in the interest of mission green UP.

Thanking You

Sincerely Yours

 Sd/

[Dr Surendra Kumar Yadav (Environmentalist)]

VPO-Daulcha, Baghpat (UP).

Present address/ address for correspondence:

37, Old Roshan Pura Extn.,

A-Block, Najafgarh, New Delhi-110043

email: skyemvu@yahoo.com, dryes@rediffmail.com

cell: 08010513998 and 08445329764

Copy to:

(1)  Hon’ble Chief Minister, 5, Vikramaditya Marg, Lucknow (UP).

(2)  Shri Jitendra Kumar, I.A.S., Principal Secretary, Higher Education Department & Member Secretary , U.P. State Council of Higher Education, INDIRA BHAWAN, ASHOK MARG, LUCKNOW-226001 U.P.

(3)  Dr. R.P.S Yadav, Additional Secretary, U.P. State Council of Higher Education,INDIRA BHAWAN, ASHOK MARG, LUCKNOW-226001 U.P.- for kind perusal for action at the earliest in the matter please.

SPPED POST; Date: 20.08.2016

To

The Registrar

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021 (U.P.)

Sub:    Request for (1) compliance of Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India for re-introduction again compulsory subject (Environmental Studies) as earlier in current session in BTech I year syllabus as earlier,

(2) Action in Green Mission of UP Government and to save employment of many teachers of Environmental Studies,

(3) action against Dr A K Katiyar, Professor of Physics, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021.

Respected Sir,

I am a responsible citizen and therefore writing you this letter. Efforts of the government in environmental protection and green mission are well known and recognized at International level. Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in Writ Petition (civil)  860 of 1991 [M.C.Mehta V. Union of India & Ors.] changed the history of India for Environmental education as it is now mandatory course at all UG level in the country. Few people like Dr A K Katiyar (who is Professor of Physics in a UP Government University and do not know the importance of environmental protection), Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021, being convener in Board of Studies at University, intentionally violates Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India (as he know it is compulsory subject as per Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court) and dropped some 15 days ago (recently) the compulsory subject of Environmental studies from I year of BTech (UG) Program for the session 2016-17 (changed syllabus is available at University website) without any fear of Law/ Contempt of Supreme Court Order.  As a result of this many other colleges affiliated with this University also dropping/ deleting “Environmental Sciences” subject, which is compulsory, from UG program in current session. The mission and effort of Government for green mission and more livable environmentally and efforts of the Government are derailed by Dr A K Katiyar; consequently many contractual teachers of environmental studies may be removed in near future, because contract of many teachers for Environmental studies are renewed on session/ yearly basis. On one side Government is giving employments while on another side people like Dr A K Katiyar is creating a situation to fail the policy of Government to create unemployment.

Please sir, there is an urgent need and request (1) for immediate action in the matter to compliance of Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India to introduce again “Environmental Studies” subject in current session itself as earlier in BTech Ist Year and all other UG programs (2) for action against Dr A K Katiyar, Professor of Physics, Department of Applied Sciences, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU), IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226021, Email mail: akkatiyariet@yahoo.com Mob. 9415039015, as he is not obeying Orders of Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and being convener derailing the mission green of Government, and playing with career of many Teachers of Environmental Studies.

Hon’ble Supreme Court of India is well recognized right to clean air and clean environment in number of cases as Fundamental Right of citizens; and importance and necessity of environmental protection in the country.  

Submitted for kind perusal in the matter please at the earliest for action within 03 days otherwise I shall be helpless and compelled to approach Hon’ble Court for Environmental Justice.

Thanking You

Sincerely Yours

[Dr Surendra Kumar Yadav (Environmentalist)]

37, Old Roshan Pura Extn.,

A-Block, Najafgarh, New Delhi-110043.

cell: 08010513998; email: dryes@rediffmail.com

Copy to:

(1)  Hon’ble Chairman, University Grant Commission, UGC Building, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110002- with a request for action as mentioned in the subject or to derecognized (unrecognized) the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU), IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and its affiliated colleges and their degrees in case of non-compliance of the Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court.

(2)  Hon’ble Chairman, All India Council for Technical Education (AITCE), New Delhi-110067- - with a request for action as mentioned in the subject or to derecognized (unrecognized) the BTech Program of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (UPTU), IET Campus, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and its affiliated colleges and their degrees in case of non-compliance of the Order of Hon’ble Supreme Court and directions of Government, as AITCE and UGC were also parties in above mentioned Order of Hon’be Supreme Court.

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under Ministry of Power, Government of India, has launched a nationwide campaign to promote Energy Conservation in the country, by inviting all the School children from 4th standard to 9th standard to participate in school, State and National Level painting competition. The objective is to create awareness about the need for conserving energy and
to inculcate the habit of conservation in children - who are the best agents of change !
For details check out :

http://www.facebook.com/greeniesglobe

Ever thought of living inside a Cargo Box ?! Well, there are people who build and live in cozy and elegant "eco-friendly" homes made from "Shipping Containers" !!! Check this out :
http://www.greeniesglobe.com/green-living-green-building.html

Get a free E-booklet and know about the status of Cave and Cavings in India. 

Compiled & Written by

Dr. Jayant Biswas

Director, National Cave Research and Protection Organization, India.

Editor in chief, Ambient Science

Urgently Required Approved EIA Coordinator for already NABET Approved Consultancy. Please Send details on gdenvirotech@gmail.com

IRG Systems South Asia Pvt.Ltd. (IRGSSA), based out of New Delhi. is a professional management consulting organisation in the domain of    Environment,  Energy and Natural Resources since 2001 (www.irgssa.com)

IRGSSA requires a NABET’s approved Functional Area Expert for the Meteorology, Air Quality Modeling and  Prediction on the full time   or on empanelment basis. Essential  qualifications and experience is given below

a. Educational qualifications specific to functional area

Engineering Environmental / civil / chemical

Or

Master’s (post graduate) degree in Meteorology / Environmental Sciences / Environment Management / Environmental Studies / Industrial Pollution Control / Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics / Statistics / Atmospheric Sciences and the like.

b. Experience specific to functional area must include:

-Developing micro meteorological data for use in modeling

-Collecting and using secondary data on meteorology like cloud cover, inversion related data, mixing heights etc., for modeling.

-Application of relevant air quality models in prediction of dispersion of pollutants, plotting of isopleths of GLCs representing incremental pollution levels, worst case scenarios on suitable maps showing both, the sources of pollution as well as the environmentally sensitive receptions.

The models used should be able to address source to receptor scenarios for point sources, area sources and line sources. The models should also conform to the requirements of CPCB.

The following are the additional  requirements from the expert:

-Adequate knowledge of EIA legislation process in India.

-Contribution to EIA documentation.

-Understanding of policies, guidelines and the legislation specifically related to air pollution.

- Contribute to other Environment, Energy and   Natural Resources related projects of IRGSSA

c. Training (preferable)

Specialized course / training on air quality modeling, air pollution meteorology, atmospheric sciences and impact prediction.

IRGSSA is an equal opportunity employer. However, preference   would be given to candidates who could join as soon as possible.

Interested Experts can email CV to irgssa@irgssa.com or contact on 011-4597-4597 

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Laddakh Organic Farmers Foundation (LOFF), along with its two partners CENSFOOD and Kalilash Expedition is organizing a Three day Organic Festival from 26^th to 28^th of August to promote organics in the mountain region mainly cold desert areas. This festival will give an opportunity to the farmers to showcase their organic products and develop linkages with organic buyers and organic certifying agencies.

Programme brochure is attached for your kind perusal.

The "Valley of Flowers" is a spectacular meadow of colourful flowers located at Uttarakhand, India. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO. Although unknown to the modern world for centuries (until discovered in 1931) this remote speck of paradise surprisingly does find mention inthe Hindu Mythology !
Know more at Environmental News

We require a Socio-Economic(SE) as well as a Eco-Biodiversity(EB)expert to be empaneled with us or on a full time employment basis. This relates to NABET accreditation requirements.

Rakesh Shah

Anand Consultants-Ahmedabad.

rakeshcshah2003@yahoo.com

www.pollutioncontrol.co.in

Due to continuous high population growth and rapid economic development in urban areas, many public, private and informal sector service providers in cities in developing countries are unable to cope with increasing volumes of solid waste, especially in poor and low-income areas.

Regular and safe disposal of solid waste is the basis for hygiene and prevention of diseases and hence the foundation for any development activities oriented at poverty alleviation through improvement of health.

Decentralized solid waste management can be managed successfully in urban areas where residents have an explicit demand for additional solid waste disposal services. This is often the case in urban areas where conventional and informal service providers are unable to cope with increasing amounts of solid waste.

I need one Air modelling expert to do following

SCOPE

• 3-month station meteorological data processing for model
• Plotting Wind rose diagrams
• Confirming emission inventory and stack height with the regulatory guidelines
• Dispersion modelling using AERMOD; one season meteorological data
• GLC Isopleths
• Model Summary Table(s)

DELIVERABLES/FORMAT

• Processed Meteorological Data Files – text
• Wind rose Diagrams – image
• Model Input and Output files – text
• GLC Isopleths – image
• Model summary Table(s), calculation sheet(s), and reference(s) if any – docx, xlsx, pdf, txt; as applicable