Conference Description:

Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:

I. Waste Management - Towards a Circular Economy

Circular Economy Models and Implementation:
Strategies for transitioning from linear to circular waste management systems.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes: effectiveness and challenges.
Industrial symbiosis and waste valorization in different sectors.
Business models for circular economy in waste management.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of waste management options.
Waste Reduction and Prevention:
Source reduction strategies and consumer behavior.
Eco-design for recyclability and durability.
Food waste prevention and management across the supply chain.
Reuse and repair initiatives and infrastructure.
Advanced Waste Treatment Technologies:
Biological treatment: Anaerobic digestion for biogas production, composting optimization.
Thermal treatment: Waste-to-energy (incineration, gasification, pyrolysis), emission control.
Chemical treatment: Advanced oxidation processes for hazardous waste, nutrient recovery.
Mechanical-Biological Treatment (MBT) and its role in integrated systems.
Resource Recovery and Recycling:
Innovative technologies for sorting and processing mixed waste streams.
Recycling of specific waste streams: plastics, e-waste, construction and demolition waste, textiles.
Extraction of critical raw materials from waste.
Upcycling and creating value-added products from waste.
Quality standards and market development for recycled materials.
Smart and Digital Waste Management:
IoT applications for waste collection optimization (smart bins, route planning).
AI and robotics for waste sorting and material identification.
Data analytics for waste stream monitoring and management.
Blockchain technology for material lifecycle tracking and transparency.
Digital platforms for citizen engagement in waste management.
Management of Specific Waste Streams:
Hazardous waste management: treatment, storage, and disposal technologies, regulatory frameworks.
Medical waste management: best practices for handling and disposal, infection control.
Agricultural waste management: valorization for energy, fertilizers, and other products.
Sludge management: treatment, beneficial reuse in agriculture or other sectors.
Disaster waste management: planning, collection, and processing in emergency situations.
Management of micro and nano plastics in waste streams.
Landfilling and Landfill Management:
Advanced landfill design and leachate management.
Landfill gas capture and utilization.
Landfill mining and remediation of old landfill sites.
Long-term environmental impacts of landfills.
Policy, Regulation, and Governance in Waste Management:
National and international waste management policies and targets.
Economic instruments for promoting waste reduction and recycling (e.g., landfill taxes).
Informal sector integration in waste management systems.
Public awareness and education campaigns.
The role of stakeholders (government, industry, citizens) in achieving sustainable waste management.
II. Water Resources Engineering - Challenges and Sustainable Solutions

Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM):
River basin management and transboundary water cooperation.
Water allocation and conflict resolution.
Stakeholder engagement and participatory approaches in water management.
Nexus thinking: Water-Energy-Food nexus.
Water Scarcity and Drought Management:
Climate change impacts on water availability and extreme events.
Water demand management strategies and conservation measures.
Drought monitoring, prediction, and early warning systems.
Water reuse and recycling for augmenting water supplies.
Desalination technologies: advancements and environmental considerations.
Water Quality and Treatment:
Emerging contaminants in water resources (pharmaceuticals, microplastics, PFAS).
Advanced water and wastewater treatment technologies (membrane filtration, advanced oxidation).
Natural Water Treatment Systems (constructed wetlands, biofiltration).
Water quality monitoring and assessment using traditional and innovative methods.
Management of industrial wastewater discharges.
Water safety planning and drinking water quality standards.
Hydrological Modeling and Water Resources Assessment:
Surface water and groundwater modeling techniques.
Climate change scenarios and their impact on hydrological regimes.
Remote sensing and GIS applications in water resources management.
Water footprint assessment and virtual water trade.
Hydrological extremes (floods and droughts): modeling, forecasting, and risk management.
Urban Water Management:
Sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) and green infrastructure.
Water-sensitive urban design (WSUD).
Leakage management in urban water distribution networks.
Urban stormwater management and pollution control.
Decentralized water and wastewater treatment systems.
Groundwater Resources Management:
Groundwater recharge enhancement and managed aquifer recharge (MAR).
Groundwater contamination and remediation technologies.
Sustainable yield estimation and groundwater governance.
Saltwater intrusion in coastal aquifers.
Water Infrastructure and Hydraulic Engineering:
Design and management of water supply and distribution systems.
Hydraulic structures (dams, weirs, canals): design, operation, and safety.
Pipeline hydraulics and optimization.
Climate-resilient water infrastructure.
Water Policy, Governance, and Socio-economic Aspects:
Water pricing and economic valuation of water resources.
Water rights and regulations.
Water governance frameworks and institutional arrangements.
Social equity and access to water and sanitation.
The role of public-private partnerships in water infrastructure development.
III. Interdisciplinary and Emerging Themes

Digital Water and Smart Water Management: Integration of digital technologies (AI, IoT, big data) for efficient water management.
Nature-Based Solutions for Water and Waste Management: Utilizing natural processes for water treatment, flood control, and waste management.
Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience in Water and Waste Sectors: Strategies to cope with the impacts of climate change on water resources and waste management infrastructure.
Resource Recovery from Wastewater: Nutrient recovery, energy production, and water reuse from wastewater treatment plants.
Microplastics in the Water Cycle and Waste Streams: Sources, fate, transport, and treatment technologies for microplastics.
Sustainable Materials for Water and Waste Infrastructure: Developing and using environmentally friendly materials in construction and manufacturing.
Public Health and Environmental Impacts of Waste and Water Management Practices.
Community Engagement and Education for Sustainable Water and Waste Management.