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GREEN, INVITING CAMPUS INTEGRATING WATER CONSERVATION AND REUSE

Unlike the routine garbage collection landfills of most developing nations’ cities which are shunned, avoidable places for citizens
on account of their stench and toxicity, this campus for waste processing is designed as an inviting campus in which citizens
can benefit from green social landscape and breathe fresh air. The previously barren17 acres land now flourishes as a verdant
green space with over 10,000 newly planted trees, enhancing the visual appeal and ecological balance of the area, while
fostering neighbourhood engagement and well-being.
Community spaces having landscaped approach-ways and native gardens - tree groves, a multifunctional sports field and other
institutional and public amenities are laid out along the frontal part. Strategic placement of lush green 10+ feet tall trees
hedge walls, native plantation and orchards, lotus pond and misting water pond all help filter harsh sunlight, mitigate the urban
heat island effect, and alter the micro-climate by guiding cool breeze patterns. Landscaped area of about 37% of site area is
covered with drought- tolerant native species like Neem, Kalpavruksh, Champa and mango trees that invite biodiversity.
Water conservation is a paramount concern, evidenced by the plant’s employment of treated municipal wastewater and advanced
mist turbine condenser cooling mechanisms, not only saving auxiliary power but also retaining precious water resources. Mist
Turbine condensors, which retain evaporated water vapor inside the campus, have advantages of longer working life, ease of
operations, low maintenance, and economy, in comparison to conventional induced draft cooling towers,. Using AI modules,
they ensure a constant cold-water temperature throughout the year, with very low working pressure. Rainwater harvesting
system harvests 100% of the run-off volumes from the roof and non-roof surfaces, to be captured through 10 recharge wells
with a total capacity of 160,000 cum.
The project actively addresses water pollution by utilizing around 1 MLD of treated sewage water for operational requirements,
which significantly reduces pollution in nearby ground water, oceans and rivers. This practice enhances environmental governance
by promoting responsible and sustainable water management practices.

Advanced mist turbine condensers save auxiliary power and Green social landscape enhances the visual appeal and
retain precious water resources ecological balance of the area

WASTE TO ENERGY (WTE) CAMPUS AT JAMNAGAR, GUJARAT

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