Notice Board
Welcome to the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE). The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering was created out of existing Centre of Mining Environment (established in 1987) at Institute in June 2007 with the commencement of a regular B.Tech. Degree in Environmental Engineering under IIT-JEE (first of its kind offered by any national institute). In addition to the B.Tech. program, the department initiated the Ph.D. program in Environmental Science & Engineering in 1989 and the M.Tech. program in 1991. This department is also accredited with ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 Certificate along with Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) accredited state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
Our journey began in 1987 as the Centre for Mining Environment (CME), a pioneering initiative recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Mine Environment by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India. Over the years, we have evolved into a full-fledged department, achieving departmental status in 2007 and launching India’s first B.Tech. program in Environmental Engineering under IIT JEE—a trailblazer among national institutions. In addition to the B.Tech. program, the department initiated the Ph.D. program in Environmental Science & Engineering in 1989 and the M.Tech. program in 1991, establishing itself as a comprehensive academic and research hub in the field.
Our alumni have set benchmarks across diverse fields—whether leading in Navratna and Miniratna companies, contributing to corporate sustainability, advancing government policies, steering entrepreneurial ventures, supporting non-profits, or excelling in academia. The hallmark of an ESE graduate is innovative thinking, academic depth, and a drive for constructive societal impact.
In addition to producing accomplished graduates, the department actively organizes industry-focused training programs to address the evolving needs of organizations and professionals. Our faculty, students, and alumni collectively strive to create solutions that impact industries and society at large.
Our unwavering commitment to excellence in education, groundbreaking research, and the pursuit of innovative solutions to critical environmental challenges drives us to aim even higher—envisioning a future where the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering becomes a globally recognized leader in the field.
This journey of growth and achievement is fuelled by the passion of our students, the dedication of our faculty, the prestige of our alumni, and the confidence of recruiters in our graduates’ skills and expertise. As the Head of this dynamic department, I am delighted to invite you to explore the exceptional talent nurtured here. Together, we can build a sustainable future while pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in Environmental Science and Engineering
Head of the Department
A weather pattern responsible for increasing wildfires in the western United States. (DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/ad928f)
BIOEFGM II: Two-dimensional meshless model to simulate the aerobic and anaerobic biodegradation of BTEX contaminant through multiple electron acceptors in groundwater. (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enganabound.2024.106089)
Enhanced copper extraction from waste printed circuit boards using glycine after supercritical methanol pre-treatment: Process optimization, leaching kinetics, and thermodynamic analysis. (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wasman.2024.12.037)
Understanding the role of oxidants for enhanced remediation of groundwater nitrate: An insight into surface modification. (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mseb.2024.117872)
The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE), in collaboration with the EIACP Programme Centre (RP) and the Society of Environmental Science and Engineering (SESE), organized an awareness program on "Nasha Mukt Bharat" on February 27, 2025. The event took place at the Seminar Hall of the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE), where participants collectively took a pledge, both in English and Hindi to fight against drug abuse and contribute towards building a drug-free nation.
27 Feb, 2025
Can we eradicate plastic? No. But with biodegradable bio-plastics, we can redefine sustainability! Invited Keynote Speaker - Dr. Partha Chakravarty, MD, Rigel Bioenviron Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata, India and an alumnus of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, delivered an insightful and thought-provoking lecture on the topic “Waste to Wealth Initiative: Converting Waste Organics to Valuable Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) Bio-plastic, Bio-CNG, Bio-derivatives via Cost Effective Techniques”.
26 Feb, 2025
As part of the ongoing centenary celebrations of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE), in collaboration with the Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME), organized a two-day Executive Development Program (EDP) on “Integrated Low-Cost Sensors and Automation Technologies for Air Quality Monitoring and Control in the Mining Industry” on February 20, 2025. The program focuses on the growing importance of low-cost sensors and automation for air quality monitoring, emphasizing real-time data utilization for proactive pollution control.
20 Feb, 2025
