Caring for the Environment

Synergistic Partnership

CDOE’s association with the Industrial Waste Management Association (www.iwma.in) for it’s PG Certificate in Industrial Hygiene would be a powerful differentiator, transforming the program from a theoretical course into a career-launching platform. This partnership aligns perfectly with the needs of both the industry and the learners.

Benefits of this collaboration to the learners

Unparalleled Industry Access and Networking – IWMA’s network of 3,800+ member industries across diverse sectors provides learners. it’s a gateway to potential employers.

Practical Problem-Solving: Learners could work on real-world case studies and projects.

Regulatory Expertise: CDOE- IWMA association would provide learners with insights into the legal and compliance aspects.

Enhanced Learning – Premier Academic & Industry Partners.

Career Advancement and Skill Application

CSR and Public Awareness Exposure: Through IWMA’s initiatives, such as “ENVIRO,” “YES,” and “E-waste Awareness” drives, learners can gain a deeper understanding of the community and social responsibility aspects of the profession, thereby enriching their educational experience.

Leadership and Mentorship

Industry Leadership Insight: The profile of IWMA Chairman Mr. K. Baskaran, with his hands-on experience running an electroplating unit (a classic industry with significant industrial hygiene challenges) and his role in e-waste management, provides a powerful example. Learners could gain from his practical insights into implementing hygiene controls in challenging environments.

Industrial Waste Management Association (IWMA)

About IWMA

The Industrial Waste Management Association (www.iwma.in) was formed on the directive of the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) to establish facilities for the safe and scientific disposal of the hazardous solid wastes from industries as per the Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules and the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

Established in 2002, IWMA has facilitated the establishment and operation of a Common Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facility (CHWTSDF) through a Service Provider for industries in Tamil Nadu. IWMA currently has 3,677 member industries of different sectors within Tamil Nadu.

Vision

The Association aims to become the leading facilitator for environmental management towards Sustainable Development of industries and their stakeholders.

Services

IWMA conducts periodical review of the CHWTSDF site operations Currently 3 sites at Gummidipoondi, Bargur and one at Virudhunagar) are in operation. Besides the audit of the landfill site operation, IWMA conducts seminars, webinars and training programs on the recent waste management rules & amendments, environmental updates & trends, sustainability, wastewater treatment, waste management etc.

IWMA offers consultancy services to members industries in partnership with Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT M), Confederation of Indian Industry – Green Business Centre (CII-GBC), PSG College of Technology, CUBE-IIT Madras on environment related problems, through its dedicated team. IWMA supports its member industries to obtain GreenCo certification and to carry out energy assessments for their plants.

IWMA also conducts “ENVIRO” program in collaboration with Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) to promote the environmental awareness among schoolchildren. In addition, IWMA also conducts “Young Environmental Scientist (YES)” program under the guidance of IIT M faculty to inculcate research interest in schoolchildren.

IWMA hosts another event titled “E-waste Awareness and Collection,” a CSR initiative held in Chennai in partnership with TES-AMM India Pvt Ltd.

Chairman Profile

Mr K. Baskaran has served as an Executive Member and presently is the Chairman of IWMA. He is A6 District Chairperson for E-Waste Management in Lions Club.

The Chairman is the CEO of Aarthi Industries – an electroplating unit located in Vallam & Padappai. And also a member of Donstia.