E-Waste Management

Event:E-Waste Management Date: 8th November 2024 Day: Friday Time: 11.30am  to 1.30 pm

Venue:  Auditorium

Event Organizer: Mr. Praveen N, SWC Officer, Mr. Changareddy, SWC coordinator

Resource person: 1. Dr. Sri Harsha Environment Consultant and Jala Karya Vibhag Coordinator, Paryavaran Sanrakshan Gathividhie 2. Ms. Sahana Hegde Freelance Journalist and Jan Samvad Coordinator, Karnataka South, 3. Mr. Abhilash G. Nair Project Manager (former), Security Systems, Kuwait, Software Engineer  Lecturer in CS 4. Dr. K. Raju Environmental Officer, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, Kolar 5. Smt. Hemamalini President, Rotary Kolar Collective Actions 6. Mr. Mahesh Rao Kadam S. Environmental Volunteer, Kolar Vibhag, Paryavaran Sanrakshan Gathividhi 7. Mr. Ramesh Secretary, Rotary Kolar Collective actions  

Participants: 110 Students.

On November 8, 2024, the Student Welfare Council organized an informative and impactful session on E-Waste Management, aimed at raising awareness and educating students on responsible disposal and recycling of electronic waste. The event highlighted the environmental and health hazards posed by improper e-waste disposal and underscored the importance of sustainable waste management practices.

Guest Speakers and Key Points:

Key Takeaways

  • The Importance of Reducing and Recycling
  • Engagement in Community Initiatives
  • Awareness and Advocacy

Overall, the session was a significant step in educating the younger generation on the importance of environmental conservation, specifically in the context of e-waste. The Student Welfare Council’s efforts in organizing this event were well-appreciated, and the students left with a renewed sense of responsibility toward safeguarding the environment.