Sustainable Wastewater Management and Resource Recovery

Global water security depends on our ability to manage wastewater not just as a waste product, but as a vital resource. This course introduces the evolving landscape of sanitation and treatment technologies designed for a sustainable future. You will learn to view wastewater through the lens of a circular economy, where treatment plants function as biorefineries that produce clean water, energy, and nutrients. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental terminology and biological processes of wastewater treatment - Apply circular economy principles to recover energy and nutrients from waste streams - Analyze the relationship between urban development, climate change, and water infrastructure - Evaluate modern biorefinery concepts that transform treatment plants into resource hubs - Practice designing resilient sanitation strategies for diverse environmental contexts This course provides a comprehensive foundation, beginning with basic sanitation definitions and moving into the cutting-edge technologies shaping the industry today. It is designed for beginners with no prior experience who want to understand the future of environmental engineering and sustainable urban planning. Start building your knowledge of modern water management today.