Sustainable Remediation Appraisal
This course presents an overview of sustainable remediation. In the first instance looking at the emergence of sustainable remediation as a topic and defining what it means. Secondly, by introducing the frameworks and guidance that have been developed and examining how these may be applied in practice. Finally, it looks at the range of tools and techniques that may be applied through the life-cycle of the process.
Course Structure
The course consists of 11 modules and two assessments. The first assessment is set after module 1 and the second on completion of all the modules. Module 1 consists of a video and recommended reading list, with the remaining modules containing a video and further reading options.
- Module 1 Introduction to Sustainable Remediation
- Module 2 Sustainable Remediation Frameworks
- Module 3 Problem Definition
- Module 4 Sustainability Indicators for Remediation Projects
- Module 5 Implementing Sustainable Remediation in Projects
- Module 6 Best Management Practices (BMP)
- Module 7 Qualitative Appraisal
- Module 8 Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA)
- Module 9 Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)
- Module 10 Life-Cycle Analysis
- Module 11 Summary
Objectives
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Define sustainable remediation and understand the difference between sustainable and green remediation
- Understand and appreciate the frameworks that have been developed to help implement sustainable remediation
- Identify environmental, social, and economic indicators and metrics and give examples of each
- Integrate sustainability at any part of the project life-cycle
- Describe the range of approaches and tools that may be used in the sustainable remediation process and understand some of the strengths and limitations of each