​Sub: K J Somaiya College of Science and Commerce launches their fourth module, ‘Green Built Environment’ a part of ‘Capacity Development Programs in Environment management ,‘in collaboration with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region – Environment Improvement Society (MMR-EIS) for the environmentally conscious citizens 

Press Release: K. J. Somaiya College of Science & Commerce in collaboration with Mumbai Metropolitan Region Environment Improvement Society, announced their fourth module, ‘Green Built Environment’, a part of series of modules on Capacity Development Programme in Environment Management. The program is scheduled to take place at Somaiya Vidyavihar campus from 25th to 27th June and it is very meticulously developed by the Module coordinator Architect Malak Singh, Faculty, School of Environment and Architecture.

The Capacity building training program will provide municipal authorities, civil society groups, private sector and local communities, Students and citizens  the means to improve understanding of the natural resource base; help examine sustainability principles as they apply to Mumbai’s environment from the economic, environmental and social-equity perspectives. It will empower individuals, organisations and society as a whole, and can create a more

transparent governance of environmental and natural resources.

The five elements of green building namely site selection, water conservation and waste management, indoor air quality and building materials will be discussed through case studies and hands-on analysis.

Ms Malini Krishnankutty , Secretary ,MMREIS said “The program launched in 2016, has received tremendous response from individuals and organisations. Environment sustainability needs a combination of passion for the environment as well as a good understanding of the science and technology needed to actually make it happen. The Response has increased our commitment to contribute towards increasing knowledge of all stakeholders involved in environment protection. Our tie up with K J Somaiya College of Science and Commerce with its capabilities and capacities in educating about environment sciences has given a fillip to our capacity building program”

Dr Sugandha Shetye Dean Academics, K J Somaiya College of Science and Commerce said, “These modules are thoughtfully designed to get hands on experience from world class experts enabling a strong network of sustainability thought leaders coming from diverse fields. We are proud to partner with MMR- EIS for developing and conducting a program for local government officials and community members seeking to address today's complex environmental challenges at the local level. We believe that it is time for academicians to participate in the development of our city – and what better way than this”.

About The Mumbai Metropolitan Region – Environment Improvement Society

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region – Environment Improvement Society (MMR-EIS) was established in 1996 by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to promote improvement of the environment in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) through studies, surveys, demonstrations, investigations, research and related activities.

About Department of Environmental Science, K J Somaiya College of Science and Commerce

 K J Somaiya College of Science and Commerce (KJSCS) has an exclusive Department of Environmental Science that runs the first autonomous inter-disciplinary postgraduate program in Environmental Science in Mumbai  that emphases on the experiential learning to encourage the sustainable management of resources, the protection and restoration of the natural environment through education, research, outreach and network on environment.

KJSCS provides professional skills to the students in the key areas of Environmental Science such as Environmental Management, Biodiversity Assessment and Conservation, Pollution Control and Waste Management, Environmental Biotechnology, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Law, Policy and Planning, and Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System, Climate Change and different mechanisms for combating of climate change. Eminent scientists, Researchers, and environmentalists are invited from various research organizations, NGOs and universities to interact with the students. This ensures wide access to practitioners' knowledge and understanding of the scientific processes, procedures and policies involved in the day-to-day management of the environment.