Sustainable Waste Management

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Dec/2024 18 lessons English

Description

Curriculum

What you'll learn

Understand the principles of waste management, including the types of waste (solid, liquid, hazardous, and non-hazardous) and their sources.
Explore strategies to minimize waste through the five R's—Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Recycle—to promote a sustainable lifestyle.
Learn about various waste management techniques such as recycling, incineration, waste-to-energy, landfilling, and anaerobic digestion, along with their advantages and challenges.

Gain insight into specific waste management issues in Kenya, including urbanization impacts, insufficient infrastructure, and environmental hazards.
Familiarize yourself with Kenya’s Sustainable Waste Management Act of 2022 and other policies, exploring their role in promoting sustainable waste practices.
Discover community-driven waste management approaches and the importance of integrating both formal and informal waste management systems.

The Sustainable Waste Management module of the SCEJU E-Learning Platform equips learners with a comprehensive understanding of waste management practices essential for promoting cleaner and healthier communities. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge to address waste challenges effectively, learning sustainable strategies that contribute to environmental conservation and public health.

This module empowers participants to become proactive advocates for sustainable waste practices, helping to build communities that prioritize environmental health and resource efficiency.