CSIR-NEERI, Chennai Zonal Laboratory, one of the five Zonal Laboratories of the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, Nagpur, has been a trailblazer in serving industries across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry since its inception in 1969. The laboratory focuses on key areas of research and development, including:
- Environmental Monitoring
- Environmental Biotechnology
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Environmental Systems Design
- Environmental Impact & Risk Assessment
- Environmental Audits
Objectives
- Conduct research and development in environmental science and engineering.
- Assist industries and local bodies in addressing environmental pollution issues.
- Collaborate with academic and research institutions for mutual benefits in environmental science and engineering.
- Guide research scholars for doctoral studies, as recognized by the University of Madras and Anna University.
Key Contributions
- Played a crucial role in solving major pollution issues in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and the union territories of Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep.
- Executed internationally recognized projects funded by WHO, the World Bank, and the US Government.
- Designed wastewater treatment and disposal facilities for over 60 industries, including tanneries, pulp & paper, textiles, chemicals & fertilizers, food, sugar, and distilleries.
- Conducted Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies for several industrial projects and expansion plans.
- Monitoring the ambient air quality of Chennai City since 1978 by installing air samplers in three activity zones: Industrial, Commercial, and Residential.
Core Expertise
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
- Environmental Monitoring
- Environmental Systems Design, Modeling, and Optimization
- Water Quality and Wastewater Management
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