Al Ain University

Al Ain University- Green Metric Page

Waste (WS)

Recycling is one of the main factors when it comes to sustainability in conserving the environment. Al Ain University realized the importance of treating waste from various activities at the university. For this reason, the University has installed key sites within its campus and carried out campaigns so that students are motivated to recycle and share the responsibility of conserving the environment, initiating projects and organizing activities related to the treatment and recycling of waste. such as: recycling toxic waste, organic waste treatment, inorganic waste. treatment, waste disposal process Include policies to reduce the consumption of paper and plastic on campus.

Research Priorities

Research priorities

The research is based on the following areas:

Managing existing waste

Characteristics, quantity, collection, transportation and land filling of solid waste studies.
Gas and water emission characterization and reduction.
Preservation of current aquifers.

Reducing new waste

Composting and management of organic waste.
Recycling and materials recovery.
Waste to wealth technology.
Legislation, policy and social study on waste minimization.

Recycling Program for University Waste

An effective recycling program at Al Ain University focuses on reducing waste, reusing useful materials and recycling them by converting waste materials into new materials such as paper, towels, water bottles…. etc. Read more...

Program to Reduce the Use of Paper and Plastic on Campus

Al Ain University tries to reduce the use of paper to preserve the environment and make it green by encouraging students and faculty members:. Read more...

Organic Waste Treatment

Today, the problem of the increasing amount of garbage. More than half of all solid waste is organic waste such as food waste, vegetables, fruits, etc. These residues could ferment and this option will convert a load to value. Read more...

Inorganic Waste Treatment

An effective recycling program in Al Ain University focuses on reducing waste, reusing useful materials and recycling them by converting waste materials into new materials like paper, towels, water bottles…. etc. Read more...

Toxic Waste Treatment

Health and Safety is a part of Administrative Unit which is responsible for the development and implementation of proper management practices for all aspects of the handling, storage, and disposal of chemical wastes that are generated at Al Ain University. Read more...

Sewage Disposal

Local municipalities in the UAE are responsible for managing, disposing and treatment of wastewater. In Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Sewerage Services Company (ADSSC) is in charge of collecting and treating waste-water discharged from all residential and commercial customers. Read more...