Graduation Project II Sustainable Solid Waste Management for Higher Educational Institutions, An-Najah National University Main Cafeteria, Case Study Prepared by: Jawdat Lubadeh Hamdi Shaheen Islam Sawalha Tahseen Qashou Madleen Ghanem Under supervision: Eng. Reema Nassar First, we will discuss a brief summery of Graduation Project I Solid Waste Management Solid waste management refers to the collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste materials. It includes the management of both residential and commercial waste, as well as industrial waste. Collect Treat Transfer Dispose Ensuring Safe Disposal of Solid Waste Practices that help to reduce the amount of waste that needs to be landfilled or incinerated. Landfills and incineration facilities are used for the safe disposal of remaining waste. Reducing Recycling Waste reduction Composting Addressing the Global Issue of Solid Waste Increasing waste generation Limited disposal capacity Lack of proper collection and transportation Climate change Limited recycling and composting Environmental pollution Public health concerns Environmental Challenges in Palestine Financial constraints Lack of control Limited resources The Israeli occupation limits Pollution of water and land Desertification Poor land management Water scarcity Solid Waste Management in Palestine Recycling and composting programs are limited Majority of the waste is sent to landfills Landfills are not properly managed This can lead to environmental pollution and public health concerns Solid Waste Management for Higher Education Institutions Sustainable Solid Waste Management strategies for an institution can include: Recycling and composting programs Collection and transportation Waste reduction Research and innovation Education and outreach Literature Review Authors Country Year Procedure Focus Findings Shadi Moqbel Jordan 2018 3 days of the measure. Weight out – Weight in. Sample of 67 bins 1000L. Manual sorting. Estimation of the waste generation rate. characterization of the solid waste being generated. Potential to recycle. 8113 kg/day. 1019.64 kg is manual. 12.6% of total waste. 87% is treatable. نفس الشيء عمل جدول مثل الاردنية Authors Country Year Procedure Focus Findings Al Khatib et al. Palestine 2018 5 days of measure. Weight out – Weight in. 3 Samples of 2.5 kg 50 L from each area. Manual sorting. Estimation of the waste generation rate. characterization of the solid waste being generated. Estimation rate per capita. 34 tons/day. 0.51 kg per capita day. Goal 12 of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is to "Ensure Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns". UNEP SDGs Target 12.5: By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse. Now, we will continue the presentation of Graduation Project II Focusing on the main cafeteria of An-Najah National University as a case study Objectives Implementing Financially and Environmentally Responsible Waste Management Strategies. Quantifying Solid Waste Generation and Categorization. Enhancing Student Knowledge and Engagement in Waste Management. Gathering Financial and Operational Data. Analyzing Data for Feasibility and Revenue Projection. Projecting Financial Viability. Proposing Recommendations for Expansion and Policy Revision. Contributing Valuable Insights and Serving as a Model. Methodology Methodology Data Collection Data Analysis Data Collection Surveys Interviews Waste collection and separation Waste Collection and Separation Objective: Determine precise quantities of each type of solid waste in the cafeteria. Five containers: Strategically placed with a 75-liter volume capacity. Waste categories: Glass, metal, cardboard, plastic, and organic materials. Systematic categorization: Ensured efficient measurement and analysis. Data collection period: Spanned 15 working days. Surveys and Questionnaires 150 questionnaires were collected, with 100 personal interviews and 50 through social communication, and the results were similar. Examining students' awareness and knowledge of solid waste management at the university and their attitudes towards waste sorting The survey also inquired about participants' recycling habits as well as their perceived daily consumption quantities. Interviews Interviews were conducted with various key stakeholders in the solid waste sector, including: Individuals holding official positions within the Nablus and Tulkarm municipalities. Technical personnel working at Zahret Al-Finjan and Al-Monia landfills. Local market solid waste traders in Eastern Nablus. Employees from the general services department of An-Najah National University. Data Analysis Quantity Surveying Analysis Questionnaire Analysis Questionnaire Analysis Gender Academic year Questionnaire Analysis Familiarity with the concept of solid waste management Importance of solving solid waste issues Questionnaire Analysis Participants’ knowledge of SDGs Participants’ knowledge of solid waste sorting Questionnaire Analysis The disposal destination of waste subsequent to collection Understanding of the negative consequences of solid waste disposal Questionnaire Analysis Participants' recycling habits Participants' attitudes towards waste sorting Questionnaire Analysis Inclination towards using recycled products Participants’ familiarity with using recycled items Questionnaire Analysis Participants' estimation of their daily per capita waste production Participants' responsibility as university students to manage waste Questionnaire Analysis The most frequently used materials in cafeteria Respondents' willingness of sorting Questionnaire Analysis Respondents' support for the implementation of sorting containers in various areas of the university Participants belief in getting financial gains after adopting sorting and recycling of solid waste Quantity Surveying Analysis Mixed waste quantity surveying Separated waste quantity surveying Prediction of waste quantities for a semester Projection of semester waste amounts assuming complete waste separation Revenue estimation Initial capital cost estimation Potential savings Expenses estimation Project’s feasibility estimation Mixed waste quantity surveying Mixed waste quantity surveying Separated waste quantity surveying Separated waste quantity surveying Percentage of the separated waste Prediction of waste quantities for a semester Projection of semester waste amounts assuming complete waste separation Revenue Estimation Initial Capital Cost Estimation Potential Savings Expenses Estimation Project’s Feasibility Estimation Results and Findings: Economical Aspects Projected annual revenue from waste management system: 102,200 NIS Exclusion of organic waste justified by market constraints and logistical challenges. Potential savings of 23,300 NIS from reduced disposal costs and improved efficiency. Revenue potential can be enhanced through marketing strategies and partnerships. Present worth analysis indicates a value of 396,400 NIS over five years, demonstrating financial feasibility. Valuable insights for decision-making and policy revisions. Results and Findings: Questionnaire Findings Participants demonstrated varying levels of knowledge about waste management. Lack of incentives hindered participation in waste sorting activities. Majority believed waste is primarily sent to landfills. Cafeteria's waste separation rate was 6.7%, indicating room for improvement. Limited knowledge about recycled products hindered their adoption. Students recognized their responsibility in waste disposal. Results and Findings: Environmental Aspects Total environmental and health damage costs 1460 NIS per year. Responsible waste management reduces pollution and improves health outcomes. Inefficient waste management burdens the municipality financially. Comprehensive waste management strategies are essential for environmental sustainability. Sustainable waste management promotes public health and resource preservation. Conclusions and Recommendations Implement campus-wide waste separation program with clear guidelines for proper sorting and disposal. Establish comprehensive recycling program with accessible bins and collaboration with local recyclers. Invest in suitable containers and disposal facilities for efficient waste collection and separation. Foster partnerships with stakeholders for knowledge sharing and potential funding opportunities. Conclusions and Recommendations Promote waste management education through curriculum integration, campaigns, and workshops. Conduct cost-benefit analysis to ensure project feasibility and economic viability. Introduce composting systems for effective organic waste management. Prioritize sustainable procurement practices to reduce environmental impact. Monitor and evaluate waste management practices through performance metrics and audits. Support research and innovation in waste management technologies and practices. THANK YOU! image20.jpg image21.jpg image22.jpg image23.png image27.jpg image28.png image29.png image32.png image33.png image34.png image35.png image36.png image37.png image38.png image39.png image40.png image41.png image42.png image43.png image44.png image45.png image46.png image47.png image48.png image49.png image50.png image51.png image52.png image53.png image54.png image55.png image56.png image57.png image58.png image59.png image60.png image61.png image62.png image63.png /docProps/thumbnail.jpeg