ECAS Institute International Trainings

Capacity Building in Environmental Management, Climate Action, and Sustainability

Human Rights & Environment
Coal-Based Power
Nature-Based Solutions
Earth Observation
Environmental Law & Governance

International Training on Human Rights and the Environment

Course Background

The right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is fundamental. This course explores how international treaties, national laws, and advocacy shape environmental governance and justice, focusing on marginalized communities, climate justice, and corporate accountability.

Course Objectives

Understand human rights-environment connection and relevance to sustainable development.

Examine legal frameworks for environmental protection.

Analyze environmental injustices affecting vulnerable communities.

Study key legal cases and advocacy efforts.

Develop strategies for environmental justice and policy interventions.

Training Modules

ModuleDetails1. Link Between Human Rights & EnvironmentIntroduction to environmental human rights, climate change, case studies.2. International Environmental Law & Human RightsUN conventions, courts, enforcement challenges.3. Corporate Responsibility & Environmental JusticeCSR, indigenous rights, environmental impact assessments.4. Environmental Activism & AdvocacyNGO roles, community action, digital activism.5. Climate Change & Human RightsClimate refugees, gender equity, clean water and air access.6. Green Governance & Public ParticipationCommunity engagement, transparency, judiciary role.7. Environmental Rights & Sustainable DevelopmentSDGs, trade-offs, green cities, industrialization balance.8. Future of Human Rights & Environmental JusticeAI and technology, international collaborations, youth engagement.

International Training on Improving Environmental Performance of Coal-Based Thermal Power Stations

Course Background

This course equips power sector professionals with knowledge on cleaner coal technologies, emission control, water and waste management, and regulatory compliance to improve environmental performance while maintaining energy efficiency.

Course Objectives

Understand environmental challenges in coal-based power stations.

Implement emission and waste control technologies.

Enhance regulatory compliance.

Optimize energy efficiency and sustainability practices.

Explore carbon capture and sustainable coal technologies.

Training Modules

ModuleDetails1. Environmental ChallengesImpacts, pollution, carbon footprint, sustainable alternatives.2. Air Pollution ControlFGD, SCR, ESP, carbon capture solutions.3. Water & Wastewater ManagementCooling water strategies, wastewater treatment, compliance.4. Solid Waste Management & Ash UtilizationCoal ash management, reuse, regulatory compliance.5. Regulatory Compliance & Environmental MonitoringMonitoring systems, audits, stakeholder engagement.6. Energy Efficiency & Sustainable OperationsCombustion optimization, cleaner production, future trends.7. Case Studies & Practical ApplicationsScenario-based assessments, mitigation strategies, compliance.

International Training on Integrated Planning for Nature & Biodiversity-Based Solutions to Climate Change

Course Background

This course focuses on integrating nature-based solutions (NbS) and biodiversity into climate adaptation and mitigation strategies, ensuring ecosystem conservation and sustainable development.

Course Objectives

Understand biodiversity’s role in climate resilience.

Develop integrated planning frameworks for NbS.

Enhance policy and financing strategies for NbS.

Promote sustainable land-use and stakeholder engagement.

Training Modules

ModuleDetails1. Introduction to NbSConcepts, global policy frameworks, implementation challenges.2. Biodiversity & Ecosystem ServicesAssessing climate risks to ecosystems, conservation strategies.3. Ecosystem-Based Adaptation (EbA)Coastal, forest, wetlands, urban, and agricultural adaptation strategies.4. Tools & Methods for NbS IntegrationGIS, remote sensing, decision-support tools, participatory planning.5. Financing & Investment StrategiesGreen bonds, carbon markets, PPPs, international climate funds.6. Policy & Governance FrameworksNAPs, NDCs, legal and institutional frameworks.7. Multi-Stakeholder ApproachesCommunity engagement, cross-sector collaboration, indigenous knowledge.8. Case Studies & Best PracticesGlobal NbS examples, scaling up, monitoring effectiveness.

International Training on Introduction to Earth Observations (EOs) for Energy & Water Management

Course Background

This course introduces Earth Observation (EO) technologies to support water and energy management, climate adaptation, renewable energy assessment, and disaster risk reduction.

Course Objectives

Use EO technologies for water and energy management.

Analyze satellite datasets for hydrology and energy planning.

Develop climate-resilient, data-driven policies.

Apply EO tools for renewable energy optimization and disaster risk management.

Training Modules

ModuleDetails1. Introduction to EO & Remote SensingSatellite systems, data sources, EO programs, applications.2. Water Resource MonitoringSurface & groundwater, water quality, hydrological modeling.3. Hydrological & Climate Risk AssessmentFlood/drought forecasting, glacier monitoring, climate variability.4. GIS & Remote Sensing for Energy PlanningMapping infrastructure, land suitability, environmental impact assessments.5. EO Applications for Renewable EnergySolar, wind, biomass, hydroelectric power assessment.6. Integrating EO Data into PolicyEvidence-based policymaking, legal and ethical considerations.7. Climate Adaptation StrategiesWater-energy nexus, resilience building, sustainable practices.8. EO for Disaster Risk ManagementReal-time monitoring, risk assessment, multi-sector collaboration.

International Training on Introduction to Environmental Law, Policy & Governance

Course Background

This course introduces participants to environmental law, policies, and governance mechanisms at national, regional, and international levels, with focus on compliance, enforcement, and sustainable development.

Course Objectives

Understand environmental law principles and governance structures.

Analyze international and national environmental policies.

Examine roles of regulatory bodies and stakeholders.

Develop strategies for policy advocacy and legal reform.

Training Modules

ModuleDetails1. Introduction to Environmental Law & GovernancePrinciples, scope, evolution, international vs national frameworks.2. International Environmental AgreementsParis Agreement, CBD, Basel Convention, compliance, case studies.3. National Environmental PoliciesEIAs, SEAs, pollution control, implementation challenges.4. Governance & Institutional RolesGovernment agencies, PPPs, community-based governance.5. Regulatory Compliance & Environmental JusticeEnforcement mechanisms, tribunals, civil society advocacy.6. Climate Change Law & PolicyMitigation/adaptation, carbon markets, NDCs, climate litigation.7. Emerging Trends & InnovationsTechnology, AI, blockchain, environmental monitoring innovations.8. Case Studies & Practical ApplicationsLegal case analysis, policy recommendations, role-playing exercises.