WATER CONSERVATION

INITIATIVES REPORT
 Table of Contents

S. No. Contents Page number

1 Introduction 1

2 Water Conservation Initiatives 2-6

3 Research and Publications 6-16

4 Patents 17

5 Collaboration 18-19

6 Fostering Awareness 19-20

7 Conclusion 20
1. Introduction

In an era marked by increasing environmental challenges and concerns, institutions dedicated

to higher education and research are playing a pivotal role in addressing the world's pressing
issues. Shoolini University, situated amidst the picturesque hills, has emerged as a beacon of
sustainable development and innovation, particularly in the realm of water management. This
report sheds light on Shoolini University's unwavering commitment to the United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals, with a specific focus on water conservation and clean water
sanitation.
Water, often referred to as the elixir of life, is a resource of paramount importance. Shoolini
University recognizes this fact and has taken substantial strides towards ensuring equitable
access to clean water and sustainable water management practices, both within its campus and
in the surrounding communities. With a total peak residential population of 5,500 individuals,
including students and staff, and a floating population of 1,000 persons, the university has made
it a priority to minimize water consumption, treat wastewater effectively, and promote water
conservation through a multi-pronged approach.
This report will delve into the university's initiatives, achievements, and ongoing research in
the field of water management. From its state-of-the-art Sewage Treatment Plant (STP)
utilizing biological and tertiary treatment technologies to its pioneering efforts in rainwater
harvesting, Shoolini University has become a shining example of sustainable water
management practices.
Moreover, the university's commitment extends beyond its campus borders. Shoolini
University actively engages with local communities, collaborating with government bodies and
non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to address water pollution issues and raise awareness
about responsible water usage. These partnerships have garnered substantial funding for
research projects aimed at finding sustainable solutions to water-related challenges.
In this report, we will explore the various facets of Shoolini University's water management
endeavors, including its educational programs, cutting-edge research in water treatment
technologies, collaborations with government agencies and NGOs, and extensive outreach
efforts. Through its dedication to achieving the UN SDGs and its innovative approach to water
management, Shoolini University stands as a testament to the transformative power of
education and research in safeguarding our planet's most precious resource: water
Shoolini University ranked 6th Globally in SDG 6- Clean
Water and Sanitation in 2022
2. Water conservation initiatives:

At the core of our endeavours lies a resolute commitment to sustainability. Shoolini University
systematically addresses the challenges posed by clean water and sanitation. Our approach is
rooted in continuous monitoring and assessment of various parameters, including:

Total Water Inflow: We meticulously calculate the total inflow of water from diverse sources,
amounting to 290 m3D from three resources i.e., six bore wells (160 KLD), IPH water supply
(100 KLD), and Spring water supply (30 KLD).
Per Capita Water Consumption: We closely track water consumption on a per-person basis,
which stands at 400 KLD (57.14 Lts./person).
Resource Diversification: We evaluate the supply of total water from various sources to ensure
efficient utilization.

2.1 Rainwater harvesting

Rainwater harvesting is an essential and sustainable practice that has been implemented in the
area surrounding the university campus. This method involves collecting and storing rainwater
for various beneficial purposes, contributing to both water conservation and environmental
sustainability.

Figure 1: Rainwater harvesting features.

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 Figure 2: A rainwater collection chamber

Purpose of Rainwater Harvesting: The primary goal of rainwater harvesting in the vicinity
of the university campus is to manage water resources efficiently and reduce the dependency
on traditional water sources like bore wells or municipal water supply.

Collection Mechanisms: Rainwater is collected from different sources, mainly rooftops, and
roadside drains. The campus's infrastructure is equipped with rainwater harvesting tanks
strategically placed to capture rainwater runoff. These tanks are designed to hold significant
volumes of rainwater.

Multiple Uses: The harvested rainwater serves various purposes. One of the main applications
is for landscaping. It can be used to water gardens, lawns, and green spaces on the university
campus. This not only conserves water but also promotes a lush and sustainable environment.

Off-Campus Initiatives: In addition to on-campus efforts, the university extends its

commitment to water conservation beyond its immediate surroundings. The reference to
"camps off the campus" suggests that the institution actively engages in off-site activities
focused on cleaning and conserving water resources in neighboring areas. This demonstrates a
broader commitment to environmental stewardship.
The adoption of rainwater harvesting practices in the university's vicinity is a multi-faceted
approach to water conservation and sustainability.

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Conservation and Reuse
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 Figure 3: Plant propagation chamber

Recharging Bore Well Pits: Another important aspect of rainwater harvesting is the
recharging of bore well pits. By replenishing groundwater through this method, the university
contributes to maintaining the local water table and ensuring a sustainable supply of
groundwater.

Figure 4: Borewells

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2.2 Sewage treatment plant

Shoolini University's Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), with a capacity of 550 KLD, employs a
dual approach to wastewater treatment. Initially, the Activated Sludge Process utilizes
microorganisms in a bioreactor to break down organic pollutants, producing nutrient-rich
sludge. Subsequently, the effluent undergoes tertiary treatment through pressure filters
containing sand and activated carbon to remove any remaining impurities. For complete
disinfection, sodium hypochlorite is used, ensuring the removal of harmful bacteria and
pathogens. The treated water is then effectively repurposed for irrigation in horticulture, garden
maintenance, and construction work on campus, promoting sustainable water management and
responsible environmental practices.

Figure 5: Sewage treatment plant

2.3 Drought-tolerant plants

The campus has implemented a highly successful model for landscape plantations,
emphasizing the strategic use of drought-tolerant plants. Drought-tolerant plants are species

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that have adapted to thrive in arid or water-scarce conditions, making them an excellent choice
for landscaping in regions prone to water scarcity or where water conservation is a priority.
The primary goal of this model is to minimize water usage for landscaping purposes.
Traditional landscapes often require substantial irrigation, leading to excessive water
consumption, especially in areas with limited water resources. By introducing drought-tolerant
plants, the campus significantly reduces its reliance on irrigation, contributing to water
conservation efforts. Drought-tolerant plants are selected for their ability to withstand
prolonged periods of limited rainfall or drought conditions. As a result, they require
significantly less water to thrive compared to non-drought-tolerant species. This not only
conserves water but also reduces the environmental impact associated with excessive water
use.

Figure 6: Landscape below Cancer Research Centre

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 Green and Clean: New Eco-friendly and Sustainable Algae-Based Way to Fight Water
Pollution

A team of scientists from India (Algae Research and Bioenergy Lab, Uttaranchal University;
Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University; and Department of
Biotechnology, Dolphin (P.G.) Institute of Biomedical and Natural Sciences), Korea
(Department of Environmental Engineering, The University of Seoul), and Russia (Joint
Institute for High Temperatures of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Department of
Environmental Monitoring and Forecasting, RUDN University), led by Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Chauhan from Shoolini University, have developed wastewater treatment technology based
on algal bioremediation. Their study is published in Science of the Total Environment. This
new technology is a remarkable success in eco-friendly wastewater treatment research and
highlights the suitability of using treated water for low-cost fish cultivation. Dr. Chauhan is
hopeful that their microalgae-based bioremediation technique will pave the way for a greener
and more sustainable future.

Authors Vinod Kumar f,g, Krishna Kumar Jaiswal a, Monu Verma b,f,
Mikhail S. Vlaskin c, Manisha Nanda d, Pankaj Kumar Chauhan
e, Ajay Singh a, Hyunook Kimb
Title of the original paper Algae-based sustainable approach for the simultaneous removal
of micropollutants, and bacteria from urban wastewater and its
real-time reuse for aquaculture.
Journal Science of the Total Environment

DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.145556

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3. Research and Publications:
As a research-driven institution committed to sustainability, our university places a strong
emphasis on the development of environmentally conscious research technologies. At Shoolini
University, we offer a comprehensive three-year Ph.D. program in Water Management,
encompassing a wide range of topics such as hydrogeology, marine hydrology, drainage basin
management, water quality, irrigation, water conservation, and water treatment. Our scholars
enjoy abundant opportunities to conduct impactful research, collaborating closely with
environmental engineers, geologists, and civil engineers.

Water management professionals are at the forefront of addressing pressing global challenges
such as climate change and the preservation of water resources. The ever-increasing demand
for freshwater has led to the rapid depletion of its sources, prompting scientists to explore
strategies for wastewater purification and reuse to meet future demands. While conventional
wastewater treatment techniques rely on chemicals or ultraviolet radiation to eliminate
microorganisms and pollutants, these methods have drawbacks, including health concerns
related to chemical substances and high energy requirements for treatment facilities.

To establish a sustainable wastewater treatment system, there is a growing shift towards eco-
friendly and cost-effective technologies. One such technology is photocatalysis, which
harnesses readily available solar light and semiconducting materials as catalysts to treat a wide
range of organic and inorganic pollutants, as well as microorganisms. Several researchers at
Shoolini University are dedicated to advancing the potential of this technology from
laboratory-scale experiments to pilot-scale applications, consistently generating high-impact
research publications in the process.
Doctorate program in Water Management -
https://shooliniuniversity.com/phd-water-management

Publications:
Shoolini University has made significant strides in the field of water conservation and
management, as evidenced by its impressive record of publications. According to Scopus Data,
the university has demonstrated substantial contributions in the areas of water treatment and
related water management. With a remarkable total of 833 publications associated with the
keyword "water treatment," Shoolini University has been actively engaged in cutting-edge
research and dissemination of knowledge in this critical domain. These publications encompass
a wide range of topics, including innovative wastewater treatment technologies, sustainable
water management strategies, and eco-friendly approaches to address water quality issues. The
university's commitment to advancing research in water conservation is clearly reflected in its
extensive body of work, making it a notable contributor to the global efforts to protect and
preserve our precious water resources.

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 Table 1: List of a few publications

S. No. Title Authors

1 Applications of artificial intelligence in Alam, G.| Ihsanullah, I.| Naushad, M.|
water treatment for optimization and Sillanpää, M.
automation of adsorption processes: Recent
advances and prospects
2 Simultaneous Dual-Functional Akhundi, A.| Zaker Moshfegh, A.|
Photocatalysis by g-C3N4-Based Habibi-Yangjeh, A.| Sillanpää, M.
Nanostructures
3 Cellulosic biomass-based sustainable Thakur, S.| Verma, A.| Kumar, V.| Jin
hydrogels for wastewater remediation: Yang, X.| Krishnamurthy, S.| Coulon,
Chemistry and prospective F.| Thakur, V.K.

4 Wave height predictions in complex sea Sadeghifar, T.| Lama, G.F.C.| Sihag,
flow through soft-computing models: A case P.| Bayram, A.| Kisi, O.
study of Persian Gulf
5 Hydroxyapatite tailored hierarchical porous Wu, W.| Liu, Z.| Azeem, M.| Guo, Z.|
biochar composite immobilized Cd(II) and Li, R.| Li, Y.| Peng, Y.| Ali, E.F.|
Pb(II) and mitigated their hazardous effects Wang, H.| Wang, S.| Rinklebe, J.|
in contaminated water and soil Shaheen, S.M.| Zhang, Z.

6 Efficient dye degradation strategies using Batra, V.| Kaur, I.| Pathania, D.| Sonu|
green synthesized ZnO-based Chaudhary, V.
nanoplatforms: A review
7 Prism-like integrated Bi2WO6 with Ag- Dutta, V.| Sonu, S.| Raizada, P.|
CuBi2O4 on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as an Thakur, V.K.| Ahamad, T.| Thakur, S.|
efficient and robust S-scheme interfacial Kumar Verma, P.| Quang, H.H.P.|
charge transfer photocatalyst for the removal Nguyen, V.-H.| Singh, P.
of organic pollutants from wastewater
8 Bentonite-based sodium alginate/ dextrin Thakur, S.| Verma, A.| Raizada, P.|
cross-linked poly (acrylic acid) hydrogel Gunduz, O.| Janas, D.| Alsanie, W.F.|
nanohybrids for facile removal of paraquat Scarpa, F.| Thakur, V.K.
herbicide from aqueous solutions
9 Removal of nanoplastics in water treatment Keerthana Devi, M.| Karmegam, N.|
processes: A review Manikandan, S.| Subbaiya, R.| Song,
H.| Kwon, E.E.| Sarkar, B.| Bolan, N.|
Kim, W.| Rinklebe, J.| Govarthanan,
M.

10 Recent advances in hydrochar application Ighalo, J.O.| Rangabhashiyam, S.|

for the adsorptive removal of wastewater Dulta, K.| Umeh, C.T.| Iwuozor, K.O.|
pollutants Aniagor, C.O.| Eshiemogie, S.O.|
Iwuchukwu, F.U.| Igwegbe, C.A.

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11 Copper sulfides based photocatalysts for Sudhaik, A.| Raizada, P.|
degradation of environmental pollution Rangabhashiyam, S.| Singh, A.|
hazards: A review on the recent catalyst Nguyen, V.-H.| Van Le, Q.| Khan,
design concepts and future perspectives A.A.P.| Hu, C.| Huang, C.-W.|
Ahamad, T.| Singh, P.

12 Production and harvesting of microalgae and Khan, S.| Naushad, M.| Iqbal, J.|
an efficient operational approach to biofuel Bathula, C.| Sharma, G.
production for a sustainable environment
13 Photocatalytic Degradation Properties of Li- Kalia, R.| Chauhan, A.| Verma, R.|
Cr Ions Substituted CoFe2O4 Nanoparticles Sharma, M.| Batoo, K.M.| Kumar, R.|
for Wastewater Treatment Application Hussain, S.| Ghotekar, S.| Ijaz, M.F.

14 Adsorption of persistent organic pollutants Ighalo, J.O.| Yap, P.-S.| Iwuozor,

(POPs) from the aqueous environment by K.O.| Aniagor, C.O.| Liu, T.| Dulta,
nano-adsorbents: A review K.| Iwuchukwu, F.U.|
Rangabhashiyam, S.

15 Remediation of Cd and Cu contaminated Lashen, Z.M.| Shams, M.S.| El-

water and soil using novel nanomaterials Sheshtawy, H.S.| Slaný, M.|
derived from sugar beet processing- and clay Antoniadis, V.| Yang, X.| Sharma, G.|
brick factory-solid wastes Rinklebe, J.| Shaheen, S.M.| Elmahdy,
S.M.

16 Metallic nanoparticles for catalytic reduction Bashir, M.S.| Ramzan, N.| Najam, T.|
of toxic hexavalent chromium from aqueous Abbas, G.| Gu, X.| Arif, M.| Qasim,
medium: A state-of-the-art review M.| Bashir, H.| Shah, S.S.A.|
Sillanpää, M.

17 Synthetic organic antibiotics residues as Zhou, Y.| Li, W.-B.| Kumar, V.|
emerging contaminants waste-to-resources Necibi, M.C.| Mu, Y.-J.| Shi, C.-Z.|
processing for a circular economy in China: Chaurasia, D.| Chauhan, S.|
Challenges and perspective Chaturvedi, P.| Sillanpää, M.| Zhang,
Z.| Awasthi, M.K.| Sirohi, R.

18 Graphitic carbon nitride based immobilized Rana, A.| Sudhaik, A.| Raizada, P.|
and non-immobilized floating photocatalysts Nguyen, V.-H.| Xia, C.| Parwaz Khan,
for environmental remediation A.A.| Thakur, S.| Nguyen-Tri, P.|
Nguyen, C.C.| Kim, S.Y.| Le, Q.V.|
Singh, P.

19 A comprehensive review of various Zahmatkesh, S.| Bokhari, A.|

approaches for treatment of tertiary Karimian, M.| Zahra, M.M.A.|
wastewater with emerging contaminants: Sillanpää, M.| Panchal, H.| Alrubaie,
what do we know? A.J.| Rezakhani, Y.

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20 Enhanced photocatalytic activity of St-ZnO Bharathi, D.| Thiruvengadam
nanorods for methylene blue dye Nandagopal, J.G.| Rajamani, R.|
degradation Pandit, S.| Kumar, D.| Pant, B.|
Pandey, S.| Kumar Gupta, P.

21 Mobilization of contaminants: Potential for Kumar, M.| Bolan, N.| Jasemizad, T.|
soil remediation and unintended Padhye, L.P.| Sridharan, S.| Singh, L.|
consequences Bolan, S.| O'Connor, J.| Zhao, H.|
Shaheen, S.M.| Song, H.| Siddique,
K.H.M.| Wang, H.| Kirkham, M.B.|
Rinklebe, J.

22 A perspective on biochar for repairing Kumar, A.| Bhattacharya, T.|

damages in the soil–plant system caused by Mukherjee, S.| Sarkar, B.
climate change-driven extreme weather
events
23 Nanoporous NiO@SiO2 photo-catalyst Lahiri, S.K.| Zhang, C.| Sillanpää, M.|
prepared by ion-exchange method for fast Liu, L.
elimination of reactive dyes from
wastewater
24 Modelling daily reference Elbeltagi, A.| Kushwaha, N.L.| Rajput,
evapotranspiration based on stacking J.| Vishwakarma, D.K.| Kulimushi,
hybridization of ANN with meta-heuristic L.C.| Kumar, M.| Zhang, J.| Pande,
algorithms under diverse agro-climatic C.B.| Choudhari, P.| Meshram, S.G.|
conditions Pandey, K.| Sihag, P.| Kumar, N.|
Abd-Elaty, I.

25 Contamination, exposure, and health risk Rashid, S.| Shah, I.A.| Supe Tulcan,
assessment of Hg in Pakistan: A review R.X.| Rashid, W.| Sillanpaa, M.

26 Reducing chemical oxygen demand from Zahmatkesh, S.| Klemeš, J.J.| Bokhari,
low strength wastewater: A novel A.| Rezakhani, Y.| Wang, C.|
application of fuzzy logic based simulation Sillanpaa, M.| Amesho, K.T.T.|
in MATLAB Ahmed, W.S.

27 Emergence of MXene and MXene–Polymer Khosla, A.| Sonu| Awan, H.T.A.|

Hybrid Membranes as Future- Singh, K.| Gaurav| Walvekar, R.|
Environmental Remediation Strategies Zhao, Z.| Kaushik, A.| Khalid, M.|
Chaudhary, V.

28 MXenes based nano-heterojunctions and Sharma, S.K.| Kumar, A.| Sharma, G.|
composites for advanced photocatalytic Vo, D.-V.N.| García-Peñas, A.|
environmental detoxification and energy Moradi, O.| Sillanpää, M.
conversion: A review

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29 Influence of pyrolysis conditions of Binh, Q.A.| Nguyen, V.-H.|
modified corn cob bio-waste sorbents on Kajitvichyanukul, P.
adsorption mechanism of atrazine in
contaminated water
30 Current status on designing of dual Z- Kumar, R.| Sudhaik, A.| Khan, A.A.P.|
scheme photocatalysts for energy and Raizada, P.| Asiri, A.M.| Mohapatra,
environmental applications S.| Thakur, S.| Thakur, V.K.| Singh, P.

31 Removal of lead (Pb+2) from contaminated Li, Y.| Shaheen, S.M.| Azeem, M.|
water using a novel MoO3-biochar Zhang, L.| Feng, C.| Peng, J.| Qi, W.|
composite: Performance and mechanism Liu, J.| Luo, Y.| Peng, Y.| Ali, E.F.|
Smith, K.| Rinklebe, J.| Zhang, Z.| Li,
R.

32 An overview on microalgal-bacterial Kant Bhatia, S.| Ahuja, V.| Chandel,

granular consortia for resource recovery and N.| Mehariya, S.| Kumar, P.| Vinayak,
wastewater treatment V.| Saratale, G.D.| Raj, T.| Kim, S.-H.|
Yang, Y.-H.

33 A comprehensive review on the removal of Sharma, G.| Khosla, A.| Kumar, A.|
noxious pollutants using carrageenan based Kaushal, N.| Sharma, S.| Naushad, M.|
advanced adsorbents Vo, D.-V.N.| Iqbal, J.| Stadler, F.J.

34 An approach to removing COD and BOD Zahmatkesh, S.| Rezakhani, Y.| Arabi,
based on polycarbonate mixed matrix A.| Hasan, M.| Ahmad, Z.| Wang, C.|
membranes that contain hydrous manganese Sillanpää, M.| Al-Bahrani, M.|
oxide and silver nanoparticles: A novel Ghodrati, I.
application of artificial neural network based
simulation in MATLAB
35 Accumulation pattern and risk assessment of Natasha, N.| Shahid, M.| Murtaza, B.|
potentially toxic elements in selected Bibi, I.| Khalid, S.| Al-Kahtani, A.A.|
wastewater-irrigated soils and plants in Naz, R.| Ali, E.F.| Niazi, N.K.|
Vehari, Pakistan Rinklebe, J.| Shaheen, S.M.

36 Waste-to-Resource: New application of Ghaedi, S.| Seifpanahi-Shabani, K.|

modified mine silicate waste to remove Sillanpää, M.
Pb2+ ion and methylene blue dye,
adsorption properties, mechanism of action
and recycling
37 Photocatalytic dye degradation efficiency Jasrotia, R.| Suman| Verma, A.|
and reusability of Cu-substituted Zn-Mg Verma, R.| Ahmed, J.| Godara, S.K.|
spinel nanoferrites for wastewater Kumar, G.| Mehtab, A.| Ahmad, T.|
remediation Kalia, S.

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38 Advanced electro-Fenton degradation of a Phan Quang, H.H.| Nguyen, T.P.| Duc
mixture of pharmaceutical and steel Nguyen, D.D.| Ngoc Bao, L.T.|
industrial wastewater by pallet-activated- Nguyen, D.C.| Nguyen, V.-H.
carbon using three-dimensional electrode
reactor
39 Precipitation of (Mg/Fe-CTAB) - Layered Faisal, A.A.H.| Ramadhan, Z.K.| Al-
double hydroxide nanoparticles onto sewage Ansari, N.| Sharma, G.| Naushad, M.|
sludge for producing novel sorbent to Bathula, C.
remove Congo red and methylene blue dyes
from aqueous environment
40 Photocatalytic degradation of malachite Jasrotia, R.| Suman| Verma, A.|
green pollutant using novel dysprosium Verma, R.| Godara, S.K.| Ahmed, J.|
modified Zn–Mg photocatalysts for Mehtab, A.| Ahmad, T.| Puri, P.|
wastewater remediation Kalia, S.
41 Advances in biological moval efficiency can Jyoti, D.| Sinha, R.| Faggio, C.
be calculated by using tethods for the
sequestration of heavy metals from water
bodies: A review
42 Visible-light driven dual heterojunction Sharma, G.| Kumar, A.| Sharma, S.|
formed between g-C3N4/BiOCl@MXene- Naushad, M.| Vo, D.-V.N.|
Ti3C2 for the effective degradation of Ubaidullah, M.| Shaheen, S.M.|
tetracycline Stadler, F.J.
43 Rubus ellipticus Sm. Fruit Extract Mediated Dhatwalia, J.| Kumari, A.| Chauhan,
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles: A Green A.| Mansi, K.| Thakur, S.| Saini, R.V.|
Approach for Dye Degradation and Guleria, I.| Lal, S.| Kumar, A.| Batoo,
Biomedical Applications K.M.| Choi, B.H.| Manicum, A.-L.E.|
Kumar, R.

44 Dynamics of microbial community and their Deb, A.| Gurung, K.| Rumky, J.|
effects on membrane fouling in an anoxic- Sillanpää, M.| Mänttäri, M.|
oxic gravity-driven membrane bioreactor Kallioinen, M.
under varying solid retention time: A pilot-
scale study
45 Distribution and ecological risk assessment Natasha| Bibi, I.| Niazi, N.K.| Shahid,
of trace elements in the paddy soil-rice M.| Ali, F.| Masood ul Hasan, I.|
ecosystem of Punjab, Pakistan Rahman, M.M.| Younas, F.| Hussain,
M.M.| Mehmood, T.| Shaheen, S.M.|
Naidu, R.| Rinklebe, J.

46 Metformin as an emerging concern in Balakrishnan, A.| Sillanpää, M.| Jacob,

wastewater: Occurrence, analysis and M.M.| Vo, D.-V.N.
treatment methods

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47 Distribution, transformation and remediation O'Connor, J.| Bolan, N.S.| Kumar, M.|
of poly- and per-fluoroalkyl substances Nitai, A.S.| Ahmed, M.B.| Bolan, S.S.|
(PFAS) in wastewater sources Vithanage, M.| Rinklebe, J.|
Mukhopadhyay, R.| Srivastava, P.|
Sarkar, B.| Bhatnagar, A.| Wang, H.|
Siddique, K.H.M.| Kirkham, M.B.

48 Highly efficient poly(acrylic acid-co-aniline) Thakur, S.| Chaudhary, J.| Thakur, A.|
grafted itaconic acid hydrogel: Application Gunduz, O.| Alsanie, W.F.|
in water retention and adsorption of Makatsoris, C.| Thakur, V.K.
rhodamine B dye for a sustainable
environment
49 Environmental Pollution Remediation via Kumar, A.| Sharma, G.| Naushad, M.|
Photocatalytic Degradation of ALOthman, Z.A.| Dhiman, P.
Sulfamethoxazole from Waste Water Using
Sustainable Ag2S/Bi2S3/g-C3N4 Nano-
Hybrids
50 The practicality and prospects for Kumar, A.| Hasija, V.| Sudhaik, A.|
disinfection control by photocatalysis during Raizada, P.| Nguyen, V.-H.| Le, Q.V.|
and post-pandemic: A critical review Singh, P.| Nguyen, D.C.| Thakur, S.|
Hussain, C.M.

51 An overview of SnO2 based Z scheme Chawla, A.| Sudhaik, A.| Raizada, P.|
heterojuctions: Fabrication, mechanism and Khan, A.A.P.| Singh, A.| Van Le, Q.|
advanced photocatalytic applications Van Huy Nguyen| Ahamad, T.|
Alshehri, S.M.| Asiri, A.M.| Singh, P.

52 Critical role of Hyssop plant in the possible Zahmatkesh, S.| Klemeš, J.J.| Bokhari,
transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in A.| Wang, C.| Sillanpaa, M.| Hasan,
contaminated human Feces and its M.| Amesho, K.T.T.
implications for the prevention of the virus
spread in sewage
53 Fe2+, Fe3+, Co2+ as highly efficient Quang, H.H.P.| Dinh, N.T.| Thi,
cocatalysts in the homogeneous electro- T.N.T.| Bao, L.T.N.| Yuvakkumar, R.|
Fenton process for enhanced treatment of Nguyen, V.-H.
real pharmaceutical wastewater
54 Metallic and bimetallic phosphides-based Kumar, A.| Shandilya, P.| Vo, D.-
nanomaterials for photocatalytic hydrogen V.N.| Sharma, G.| Naushad, M.|
production and water detoxification: a Dhiman, P.| Stadler, F.J.
review
55 Recent advances on carbon-based Dhiman, P.| Goyal, D.| Rana, G.|
nanomaterials supported single-atom photo- Kumar, A.| Sharma, G.| Linxin|
catalysts for waste water remediation Kumar, G.

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56 Bio-Inspired Synthesis of Carbon-Based Dutta, V.| Verma, R.| Gopalkrishnan,
Nanomaterials and Their Potential C.| Yuan, M.-H.| Batoo, K.M.|
Environmental Applications: A State-of-the- Jayavel, R.| Chauhan, A.| Lin, K.-
Art Review Y.A.| Balasubramani, R.| Ghotekar, S.

57 A Review on Carbon Quantum Dots Patial, S.| Sonu| Sudhaik, A.| Chandel,
Modified g-C3N4-Based Photocatalysts and N.| Ahamad, T.| Raizada, P.| Singh, P.|
Potential Application in Wastewater Chaukura, N.| Selvasembian, R.
Treatment

58 Using ZrO2 coated sludge from drinking Phan Quang, H.H.| Phan, K.T.| Dinh,
water treatment plant as a novel adsorbent N.T.| Tran Thi, T.N.|
for nitrate removal from contaminated water Kajitvichyanukul, P.| Raizada, P.|
Singh, P.| Nguyen, V.-H.

59 Developing a g-C3N4/NiFe2O4 S-scheme Sharma, S.K.| Kumar, A.| Sharma, G.|

hetero-assembly for efficient photocatalytic Naushad, M.| Ubaidullah, M.| García-
degradation of cephalexin Peñas, A.

60 Studies on Synthesis and Characterization of Kumar, A.P.| Bilehal, D.| Desalegn,

Fe3O4@SiO2@Ru Hybrid Magnetic T.| Kumar, S.| Ahmed, F.| Murthy,
Composites for Reusable Photocatalytic H.C.A.| Kumar, D.| Gupta, G.|
Application Chellappan, D.K.| Singh, S.K.| Dua,
K.| Lee, Y.-I.

61 State-of-the-art of research progress on Kumar, R.| Sharma, P.| Yang, W.|

adsorptive removal of fluoride-contaminated Sillanpää, M.| Shang, J.| Bhattacharya,
water using biochar-based materials: P.| Vithanage, M.| Maity, J.P.
Practical feasibility through reusability and
column transport studies
62 High interfacial charge separation in visible- Sharma, G.| Naushad, M.| ALOthman,
light active Z- scheme g-C3N4/MoS2 Z.A.| Iqbal, J.| Bathula, C.
heterojunction: Mechanism and degradation
of sulfasalazine
63 Pinewood sawdust biochar as an effective Rashad, E.| Saleh, H.N.| Eltaweil,
biosorbent for PAHs removal from A.S.| Saleh, M.E.| Sillanpaa, M.|
wastewater Mostafa, A.R.
64 GO/TiO2-Related Nanocomposites as Kong, E.D.H.| Chau, J.H.F.| Lai,
Photocatalysts for Pollutant Removal in C.W.| Khe, C.S.| Sharma, G.| Kumar,
Wastewater Treatment A.| Siengchin, S.| Sanjay, M.R.

65 The effect of activated sludge treatment and Yuan, Y.| Liu, J.| Gao, B.| Sillanpää,
catalytic ozonation on high concentration of M.| Al-Farraj, S.
ammonia nitrogen removal from landfill
leachate

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66 Green tea EGCG effectively alleviates Diwan, B.| Sharma, R.
experimental colitis in middle-aged male
mice by attenuating multiple aspects of oxi-
inflammatory stress and cell cycle
deregulation
67 Applications of Microbial Fuel Cell Maqsood, Q.| Ameen, E.| Mahnoor,
Technology and Strategies to Boost M.| Sumrin, A.| Akhtar, M.W.|
Bioreactor Performance Bhattacharya, R.| Bose, D.

68 Advances in the role of natural gums-based Mittal, H.| Al Alili, A.| Alhassan,
hydrogels in water purification, desalination S.M.| Naushad, M.
and atmospheric-water harvesting
69 Biosorption potential of olive leaves as a Rzig, B.| Guesmi, F.| Sillanpää, M.|
novel low-cost adsorbent for the removal of Hamrouni, B.
hexavalent chromium from wastewater
70 Placed-based interpretation of the Vercruysse, K.| Grabowski, R.C.|
sustainable development goals for the land- Holman, I.| Azhoni, A.| Bala, B.|
river interface Meersmans, J.| Peng, J.| Shankar, V.|
Mukate, S.| Poddar, A.| Wang, X.|
Zhang, Z.

71 Elimination of Hazard Cadmium Ions from Faisal, A.A.H.| Ahmed, D.N.| Saleh,
Simulated Groundwater Using B.| Afzal, A.| Sharma, G.
Hydroxyapatite Coated Filter Cake Made of
Sewage Sludge and Cement Kiln Dust
72 Aminoalkyl-organo-silane treated sand for Kumar, M.| Mukherjee, S.| Thakur,
the adsorptive removal of arsenic from the A.K.| Raval, N.| An, A.K.| Gikas, P.
groundwater: Immobilizing the mobilized
geogenic contaminants
73 Statistical physics modeling and evaluation Raval, N.P.| Priyadarshi, G.V.|
of adsorption properties of chitosan-zinc Mukherjee, S.| Zala, H.| Fatma, D.|
oxide nanocomposites for the removal of an Bonilla-Petriciolet, A.| Abdelmottaleb,
anionic dye B.L.| Duclaux, L.| Trivedi, M.H.

74 Anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) Chandel, H.| Shyam, K.| Kumar, N.|
technology for nitrogen removal from Sharma, G.| Yadav, M.| Murugesan,
wastewater: Recent advances and challenges S.| Thakur, S.| Saxena, G.

75 Can ‘biodegradability’ of adsorbents Mudhoo, A.| Sharma, G.| Mohan, D.|

constitute an ‘Achilles’ heel’ in real-world Pittman Jr., C.U.| Sillanpää, M.
water purification? Perspectives and
opportunities
76 Community structure and species diversity Rana, D.| Kapoor, K.S.| Bhatt, A.|
of forest vegetation in a protected area of Samant, S.S.
Western Himalayan region of India

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77 Surveillance of omicron variants through Soni, V.| Paital, S.| Raizada, P.|
wastewater epidemiology: Latest Ahamad, T.| Khan, A.A.P.| Thakur, S.|
developments in environmental monitoring Singh, P.| Hussain, C.M.| Sharma, S.|
of pandemic Nadda, A.K.

78 1-Adamantanamine-based triazole-appended Singh, G.| Kaur, J.D.| Pawan, N.|

organosilanes as chromogenic “naked-eye” Diksha, N.| Sushma, N.| Suman, N.|
and fluorogenic “turn-on” sensors for the Shilpy, N.| Satija, P.| Singh, K.N.
highly selective detection of Sn2+ ions
79 Nanoalumina-supported Mn2O3 as efficient Choudhary, D.| Tavar, D.| Singh, P.|
adsorbent for removal of fluoride and Raizada, P.| Ashiq, M.| Srivastava,
arsenic from water: a study from lab to field A.K.| Singh, A.

80 Incorporation of calcium cyanamide and Zhang, S.| Chen, S.| Jin, J.| Wu, G.|
straw reduces phosphorus leaching in a Bolan, N.S.| White, J.R.| Shaheen,
flooded agricultural soil S.M.| Rinklebe, J.| Chen, Q.

81 Utilization of sludge-based alginate beads Rumky, J.| Deb, A.| Ramasamy, D.L.|
for the application of rare earth elements Sillanpää, M.| Häkkinen, A.| Repo, E.
(REEs) recovery from wastewater: A waste
to resource approach
82 Recent trends in Bi-based nanomaterials: Dutta, V.| Chauhan, A.| Verma, R.|
challenges, fabrication, enhancement Gopalkrishnan, C.| Nguyen, V.-H.
techniques, and environmental applications
83 Experimental investigation on Ragul, V.| Chitra, B.| Valliammai,
Defluoridation Competency of mesoporous C.T.| Suresh, P.| Doss, A.| Prabhu, K.|
Prosopis juliflora wood based biomaterials Thakur, N.| Ahamed, I.N.

84 A brief review to improve the efficiency of Thakur, V.| Kumar, N.| Kumar, S.|
solar still using efficient phase change Kumar, N.
materials
85 Enhanced bioenergy and nutrients recovery Shahid, K.| Ramasamy, D.L.| Kaur, P.|
from wastewater using hybrid anodes in Sillanpää, M.| Pihlajamäki, A.
microbial nutrient recovery system
86 Low-cost removal of basic red 9 using cow Arya, R.K.| Meena, G.| Thapliyal, D.|
dung ash Barman, S.| Halder, G.| Shandilya, P.

87 Determination of the Physicochemical Gintamo, B.| Khan, M.A.| Gulilat, H.|

Quality of Groundwater and its Potential Shukla, R.K.| Mekonnen, Z.
Health Risk for Drinking in Oromia,
Ethiopia
88 Economic aspects of bioreactors: current Sharma, M.D.| Sharma, S.| Mishra, P.|
trends and future perspective Kulshrestha, S.

89 Effect of temperature variations in anaerobic Theuri, S.| Gurung, K.| Puhakka, V.|
fluidized membrane bioreactor: membrane Anjan, D.| Sillanpaa, M.
fouling and microbial community dynamics
assessment

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 90 A mathematical model for simulation the Faisal, A.A.H.| Rashid, H.M.| Sharma,
removal of cadmium and chromium from G.| Al-Ansari, N.| Saleh, B.
groundwater using scrap iron and aluminum
as permeable reactive barrier
91 ZrO2-Based Photocatalysts for Wastewater Rani, V.| Sharma, A.| Kumar, A.|
Treatment: From Novel Modification Singh, P.| Thakur, S.| Singh, A.| Le,
Strategies to Mechanistic Insights Q.V.| Nguyen, V.H.| Raizada, P.

4. Patents

In response to the growing demand for cutting-edge advancements in water and wastewater
treatment, Shoolini University has made significant strides in innovation. To date, the
university has secured 33 patents in the field of water purification. Notably, among these
patents, one has been granted a utility patent for their groundbreaking photocatalytic water
purification technology.

Table 2: List of patents

Sr. Title of the patent Inventors

No.
1 WATER BOTTLE Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Rahul Kalia
WITH
MECHANICAL
HEATING
2 Recyclable Water Chef Nagendra Yadav, Ankit Shukla, Pratip Mazumdar, Dr
Closet Pranshu Chomplay

3 DISTILLED WATER Dr. Amit Kumar

UNIT
4 PORTABLE WATER Dr. Ankush Chauhan, Dr. Ritesh Verma, Prof.,Rajesh Kumar,
PURIFIER Rahul Kalia, Garima Rana

5 POWER WATER Dr. Amit Kumar

PUMP SYSTEM
6 A BIOLOGICAL Parneet Kaur, Saurabh Kulshreshtha, Pradeep Kumar
REACTOR FOR
WASTEWATER
TREATMENT
7 WATER STORAGE Dr. Kamal Dev, Dr. Anuradha Sourirajan
TANK
8 WATER POT Dr. Amit Kumar
SYSTEM

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 9 RECYCLABLE Chef. Nagendra Yadav,Mr. Ankit Shukla
WATER CLOSET Mr. Pratip Mazumdar,Dr. Pranshu Chomplay
SYSTEM

10 ELECTRICITY Robin Thakur, Vishal Diwan, Sourav Thakur, Himanshu

GENERATING Sharma, Sahil Chaudhary, Aman Dev Sharma.
WATER PUMPING
PADDLING
SYSTEM

Shoolini University’s Ph.D. student Amanpreet Kaur Virk is the only Indian to win
the Brussels, Belgium-based Young Water Fellowship. She has achieved this for her work on
Moringa-based water purification systems where she has worked on a tea bag style equipment
that can be used to purify water.

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5. Collaborations:

Shoolini University proudly engages in robust research partnerships with esteemed government
organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to address the critical issue of
water pollution. This fruitful collaboration has not only resulted in significant advancements
but has also garnered funding from various governmental agencies to support our scientists in
their endeavours. We boast numerous successful alliances with diverse government research
bodies, demonstrating our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable
development. These collaborations have yielded substantial financial support, exemplified by
our receipt of a generous grant of 3 crore INR from Vardhman Textiles Limited, India. This
funding is dedicated to the development of a sustainable solution for the purification of polluted
industrial water. Our innovative system exhibits great promise for practical applications in
wastewater treatment.
To formalize our partnership with Vardhman Textiles Ltd., and to further our goals of
sustainable development and environmental protection, Shoolini University has been fortunate
to secure funding from a variety of government and non-governmental agencies. The list of
these esteemed funding organizations includes:

• Vardhman Textile Limited, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.

• Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Human Resource Development,
New Delhi.
• Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment.
• Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Government of India.
• Indian Council of Medical Research, Department of Health Research, Ministry of
Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
• Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, Ministry of Ayush, Government
of India.
• Defence Research and Development Organization, Government of India.
• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with iHUB Divyasampark from IIT Roorkee
for the development of smart technologies.
• These collaborative efforts underscore our dedication to cutting-edge research and our
commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges.

Scan to read the MOU

between Vardhaman
textiles and FLSBM

Our commitment to water conservation extends beyond the confines of our campus. We are
actively engaged with the local community, working towards raising awareness and promoting
responsible water usage. To this end, we have established rainwater harvesting facilities in the
vicinity of our campus. Collected rainwater serves multiple purposes, including landscaping
and bore well pit recharging. In addition, we conduct educational awareness programs and
workshops for local communities, emphasizing best practices in water management.

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Shoolini University Links Industry-Academia Partnership with Vardhaman

In a bid to encourage industry-academia partnership, Shoolini University has signed an MoU

with the leading textile company of India, Vardhman Textiles Limited (VTL) with Vardhman
contributing Rs 3 crore for research in nanotechnology. By putting nanomaterials and
techniques to use in the state-of-the-art lab, Shoolini University aims to work for

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environmental detoxification, clean energy production, and waste utilization. The MoU was
signed by Shoolini University chancellor Prof PK Khosla and Vardhman Textiles director and
chairman of CSR, Prafull Anubhai Patel, in the presence of Mr. S P Oswal, Chairman and
Managing Director of Vardhman Group.

Figure 7: State-of-the-art Nanotechnology lab

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6. Fostering Awareness:

Our bond with the local community is fortified by our active involvement in promoting
awareness about water conservation. As water scarcity is a pressing concern in our hilly locale,
we consider responsible water usage and reuse as essential imperatives for the local
community. We actively engage with local communities through training and demonstration
camps, emphasizing the significance of water conservation steps and organizing awareness
events.
Furthermore, our students play an active role in environmental preservation by regularly
visiting the nearby water stream (Ashwani Khadd) and local water bodies in nearby villages
for clean-up initiatives. We also educate local communities about the plantation of drought-
tolerant plants, aiming to conserve water resources and bolster groundwater levels.

Figure 8: Cleanup drive of the local stream

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7. Conclusion

In conclusion, Shoolini University remains steadfast in its commitment to water conservation,

sustainable water management, and pioneering research. Our dedication extends not only to
our campus but also to our local community and government partners. As we continue to evolve
and innovate, we remain resolute in our pursuit of addressing the challenges posed by clean
water and sanitation, contributing meaningfully to the realization of Sustainable development
goals.

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