PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Overview:

Sustainable management of water and energy resources is critical for industrial, commercial, and municipal operations seeking to reduce environmental impact, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve long-term cost savings. This 5-day training program is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively plan, implement, and optimize integrated water and energy management systems. Participants will explore the latest technologies, international standards, and data-driven strategies for efficient resource use, reduction of carbon and water footprints, and circular economy approaches.

The course emphasizes practical application and strategic planning, with real-world case studies from manufacturing, utilities, oil and gas, and urban infrastructure. Participants will learn to conduct audits, assess performance indicators, and develop sustainable operational plans. In addition, the training will cover how digital tools, smart metering, and renewable energy integration can enhance water and energy efficiency.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to identify synergies between water and energy systems and implement sustainable, cost-effective solutions that align with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals and corporate sustainability strategies.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the interrelationship between water and energy systems.

• Conduct resource efficiency audits and sustainability assessments.

• Apply international best practices for integrated water-energy management.

• Evaluate technologies for energy recovery, water reuse, and conservation.

• Develop action plans to reduce energy and water consumption.

• Align water and energy initiatives with ESG and sustainability targets.

Target Audience:

• Facility and utility managers

• Sustainability officers and ESG professionals

• Engineers (mechanical, environmental, energy)

• HSE and compliance managers

• Operations managers in manufacturing, oil & gas, and utilities

• Government and municipal planners

• Consultants in energy and water efficiency

Training Methodology:

• Expert-led interactive lectures and multimedia presentations

• Real-life case studies and group discussions

• Hands-on activities including energy and water audit simulations

• Tools and templates for resource tracking and KPI development

• Collaborative project work and action plan development

• Pre- and post-assessments to measure learning outcomes

Program Contents:

Day 1: Introduction to Sustainable Water and Energy Management

• Global and regional sustainability trends

• Water-Energy Nexus: Concepts and implications

• Regulatory frameworks and sustainability standards (e.g., ISO 50001, ISO 14046)

• Setting KPIs and performance baselines

Day 2: Water Management Strategies

• Water auditing and benchmarking techniques

• Water conservation technologies and reuse systems

• Industrial water treatment and recycling options

• Case studies: Zero Liquid Discharge, Rainwater Harvesting

Day 3: Energy Efficiency and Optimization

• Energy audit principles and tools

• Energy-efficient equipment and systems (HVAC, lighting, motors)

• Process heat recovery and cogeneration

• Renewable energy integration (solar, wind, bioenergy)

Day 4: Integrated Water-Energy Solutions and Smart Technologies

• Combined water-energy savings initiatives

• Smart metering, IoT, and digital platforms for resource monitoring

• Data analytics and decision support systems

• Case studies: Integrated utility management systems

Day 5: Strategic Planning and Sustainable Operations

• Developing and implementing a sustainable operations plan

• Stakeholder engagement and behavioral change

• ROI analysis and business case development

• Final group project presentations and action plan reviews