We are pleased to highlight the Indo-EU workshop on ‘Identifying Best Available Technologies for Decentralized Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery for India.’ This significant event was hosted by the Central University of Rajasthan, Jaipur (CURAJ) and Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur (MNIT) on 23rd March 2023.

The workshop drew participation from over 40 esteemed individuals, including notable figures such as Pradeep Verma, Rajesh Kumar, A.B. Gupta, Vivekanand Vivekanand, Nidhi Pareek, and Dr. Garima Kaushik. Their collective expertise and insights contributed to the success of this milestone event.

The primary focus of the workshop was to raise awareness and facilitate the exploration of new avenues for research in the wastewater sector, with a specific emphasis on energy and resource recovery. The discussions and presentations held during the event were aimed at identifying and promoting the best available technologies for decentralized wastewater treatment in the Indian context.

The workshop served as a platform for fostering collaborations between academia, industry experts, and policymakers. The collective effort of participants has undoubtedly paved the way for advancements in addressing critical challenges related to wastewater treatment and resource recovery in India.

For those interested in gaining further insights into the proceedings of the SARASWATI 2.0 workshop, a comprehensive video recap has been made available. You can access the video by following this link: SARASWATI 2.0 Workshop Video.

We extend our gratitude to all participants, organizers, and contributors for making this event a resounding success. The outcomes of SARASWATI 2.0 are expected to have a lasting impact on the trajectory of research and innovation in the field of wastewater treatment and resource recovery.