Fecal Sludge Management
Feasibility Study for Fecal Sludge Management – Aintoura Municipality – Lebanon
Assessed the feasibility of on-site sanitation systems and developed a 5-year budgeted implementation plan to address sanitation challenges, mapping solution providers, and engaging the community in system operation and maintenance.The study also included the assessment of sludge management solutions at the community level.
Omni-Processor Operation Management – UNICEF – Lebanon
Managed the daily operations of the Iaat Omni-Processor, a decentralized wastewater treatment plant implemented by UNICEF to process fecal sludge from informal settlements and to collect insights on bio-solids recovery for potential reuse in agriculture.
TSS Sensor Testing – Eawag – Lebanon
Supported EAWAG Engineers in field testing sensors to optimize conditioner dosage for the dewatering of fecal sludge by correlating TSS measurements with polymer usage.
Volaser Device Testing – Eawag – Lebanon
Tested the Volaser device developed by Eawag as one of eight international partners conducting on-site sampling and measurements of fecal sludge in seepage pits. Conducted field assessment and laboratory testing for fecal sludge in West Bekaa, raising awareness about wastewater treatment and contributing to global data on fecal sludge management.
Liquid Fertilizer from Leachate Research and Development Project – Lebanon
Explored reusing leachate generated from composting operations as liquid fertilizer through disinfection and field tests, validating its effectiveness for plant growth and germination.
Waste Advisory
Organic Waste Management – PEM Consult – Algeria
Conducted an assessment of the current state of organic waste management in two of the largest wholesale vegetable markets of Bougara and Boufarik within the Blida province. This included solution design, feasibility study of a composting facility, market assessment of compost, farmers best practices, and more.
Hazmieh Composting Facility – WE4F – Lebanon
Established a containerized facility producing 300-500 tons of compost annually from fruits and vegetables, animal manure and landscape waste; promoting urban composting and sustainability in the urban setting of Hazmieh.
Haouch Sneid Composting Facility Project – Food Systems Challenge – Lebanon
Designed and implemented a composting station in Haouch Sneid with a capacity of 300-500 tons annually from animal manure and landscape waste and supporting agricultural practices.
Municipal Solid Waste Management
DAWERR Project – ECODIT LLC – Lebanon
Designed and implemented waste reduction strategies through composting and recycling, engaging communities and improving municipal waste management logistics.
Provision of Composting Expertise – VNG International – Lebanon
Provided technical support for composting projects in West Bekaa, raising community awareness and enhancing waste management practices.
Aintoura Composting Facility – Aintoura Municipality – Lebanon
Designed and monitored a waste management station to optimize organic waste collection and processing for improved municipal efficiency.
Kawkaba Composting Facility – CELIM – Lebanon
Designed and implemented a facility processing 750 tons of organic waste and 250 tons of carbon material annually, producing high-quality compost and enhancing local waste practices.
Hbaline Composting Facility – Rene Moawad Foundation – Lebanon
Designed and implemented a facility processing 4.5 tons of organic waste daily, using active aeration to produce 700 tons of compost annually for local agricultural use.
Biomass Valorization
Livelihood in Forestry Initiative – Lebanese Reforestation Initiative – Lebanon
Designed and installed a carbonization unit for sustainable charcoal production, training local agents in facility operations and management.
Awareness & Capacity Building
Awareness and Capacity-Building Campaign – Mercycorps – Lebanon
Led awareness sessions on sorting waste at the source, distributed organic waste bins, and trained volunteers, impacting 15,000 households across five municipalities.
Workshops on Organic Waste Management – ESDU – Lebanon
Conducted workshops in Bekaa and Ras Baalbeck for diverse groups, educating 55 participants on organic waste management and composting practices.
Provision of Agricultural Expertise on Wood Waste Management – Lebanese Reforestation Initiative – Lebanon
Held workshops for municipal staff in Rachaya, training 25 participants in sustainable wood waste management practices.
Workshop on Composting of Organic Waste – ESDU – Lebanon
Delivered 25-hour training sessions for farmers and trainers in Bekaa, establishing composting units to support refugees and improve skills and livelihoods.
Workshops on Waste Management Valorization – Lebanese Reforestation Initiative – Lebanon
Organized workshops in Akkar on agro-waste management, benefiting 300 participants and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Composting Capacity-Building Initiative – Dr. Florian Kolsch – Lebanon
Designed and delivered workshops and training programs, creating a detailed compost operations manual to improve Zahle composting facility operations.
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