ES 3655 - Solid Waste Management

Principles and practices of estimating the demand, types, and strategies for handling solid waste are thoroughly discussed. Alternative methods for managing solid waste generation and disposition in the private as well as public sector are covered. Case studies of innovative strategies and technologies developed by other regions are explored. Applications of selected technologies, such as composting, are put into practice. Prerequisites: ES 1110 Offered every other Spring. Credits: 2