Courses

Course in Sustainable Waste Management

We offer a two-day course that will give the attendants an in-depth understanding of the entire waste and energy systems including environmental and regulatory aspects.

The course includes:

  • Lecturers
  • Discussion, workshops
  • Study visits to waste treatment and energy facilities

Content:

  • Managing public opinion in the waste-to-energy sector – Experiences and considerations made in Linköping.
  • Waste handling – A study tour to see how waste is handled from start to finish, including a visit to a waste collection centre.
  • Environmental implications of waste management and recycling strategies
  • How challenges regarding natural resources will influence future policies and economy
  • Study tour to a thermal waste treatment plant in Linköping with an opportunity for discussion with representatives from the technical staff.
  • Energy systems – Methods for systematic analysis of fuels, energy conversion and use
  • Incineration vs. landfill – Environmental issues and legislation

We are now planning for our next course which will be held in March/April 2012.

For more detailed information please contact us.