Course Overview
This course provides a methodology for implementing cleaner production and resource efficiency in industrial operations. Participants will learn to identify inefficiencies in resource use (materials, water, energy) and eliminate waste at the source through changes in processes, products, and operational practices, leading to cost savings and reduced environmental impact.
Course Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
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Plant and production managers
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Environmental engineers and officers
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Process engineers
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Sustainability managers
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Industrial consultants
Personal Impact
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Ability to conduct a cleaner production assessment in an industrial facility.
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Skills to identify and evaluate resource efficiency opportunities.
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Knowledge to calculate economic and environmental benefits of CPRE measures.
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Understanding of how to integrate CPRE into environmental management systems.
Organizational Impact
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Significant cost reduction through decreased resource consumption and waste generation.
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Improved environmental performance and regulatory compliance.
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Enhanced competitive advantage through eco-efficiency.
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Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Course Level:
Course Objectives
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Understand the principles and benefits of cleaner production and resource efficiency.
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Apply a systematic methodology for conducting a CPRE assessment.
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Identify and evaluate opportunities for reducing resource use and waste generation.
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Develop and implement a CPRE action plan
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Cleaner Production and Resource Efficiency
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Definitions, principles, and the business case for CPRE.
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The relationship between CPRE, pollution prevention, and circular economy.
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Exercise: Calculating the cost of waste for a simple production process.
Module 2: CPRE Assessment Methodology
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Planning and organizing a CPRE assessment.
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Preparing process flow diagrams and material and energy balances.
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Workshop: Developing a material balance for a selected unit operation.
Module 3: Generating CPRE Options
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Good housekeeping, process optimization, input substitution, and technology change.
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Brainstorming techniques for generating innovative solutions.
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Case Study: Generating CP options for a food processing plant.
Module 4: Evaluating and Implementing CPRE Options
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Technical, environmental, and economic feasibility analysis.
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Calculating payback periods and return on investment.
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Overcoming barriers to implementation.
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Exercise: Conducting a feasibility analysis for a set of CP options.
Module 5: Sustaining CPRE and Integration with Management Systems
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Monitoring and measuring performance.
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Integrating CPRE into ISO 14001 or similar EMS.
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Final Project: Developing a CPRE implementation plan for a participant's facility or a case study company.
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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