Waste Management to Improve the Condition in Kerman Graduate University of Technology

Abstract

Background: Green management is a significant factor in the sustainable development and improvement of organizational performance levels. Therefore, the development of university waste management with a green management approach can improve university sustainability indicators of environmental status and quality. This study aims to evaluate the Kerman Graduate University of Technology (KGUT) status of waste management. Methods: In this study, using field visits, checklists, and interviews with managers and service personnel, the status of waste management in different KGUT buildings was investigated. A sampling of university waste was performed, and then the storage status of special wastes and tanks was examined. Finally, we tried to suggest solutions to improve the status of the waste management system. Results: In this study, using the analytical hierarchy process, the indicators were prioritized. Also, sampling and physical analysis of university waste was performed, and the amount of waste production was compared with other universities. Twenty-one indicators impacting KGUT waste management were discussed and prioritized in three categories of educational, executive, and managerial measures. The per capita production of ordinary waste in the University was found to be 233.5 g/d, an average amount comparable to other universities. Conclusion: The management of hazardous waste in the University needs attention, and improving the storage system and its disposal is the priority of corrective measures. An important step is training staff and students in waste management, which can pave the way for many changes.