GREEN AUDIT REPORT

(2018-2019)

Marathwada Legal and General Education Society’s

Manikchand Pahade Law College
Sanmitra Colony, Samarth Nagar, Aurangabad, Maharashtra 431001

Prepared By
SHAM PATIL
 ARCHITECT  INTERIOR DESIGNER  VALUER
25, Malhar, Vikasnagar, Shreyanagar Road, Aurangabad,
Maharashtra 431001, India. M.: 7387956667
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Acknowledgement

Green Audit Assessment Team thanks the Manikchand Pahade Law College
for assigning this important work of Green Audit. We appreciate the cooperation
extended to our team during the entire process.

Our special thanks are due to:

 Principal – Dr. Ch. N. V. Manikyala Rao

 Team of colleagues

For giving us necessary inputs to carry out this very vital exercise of Green Audit.

We are also thankful to Dr. Aparna Kottapalle (IQAC Co-ordinator), Shri. Jitendra
Dangre (Incharge OS), Shri. A.D. Jadhav (NSS Programme Officer), Dr. J.R. Vyas
(Librarian) and other staff members who were actively involved while collecting
the data and conducting field measurements.
 Table of Contents

Executive Summary.................................................................................................................................1

1. Introduction....................................................................................................................................2

1.1 About the College.....................................................................................................................2

2. Objectives of the Study ..................................................................................................................3

3. Methodology..................................................................................................................................3

4. Observations and Recommendations............................................................................................4

4.1. Water Use.................................................................................................................................4

a) Observations...........................................................................................................................4

b) Recommendations .................................................................................................................4

4.2. Energy Use and Conservation...................................................................................................5

a) Observations...........................................................................................................................5

b) Recommendations .................................................................................................................6

4.3. Waste Generation.....................................................................................................................6

a) Observations ..........................................................................................................................6

b) Recommendations .................................................................................................................7

4.4. E-Waste Generation ..................................................................................................................7

a) Observations...........................................................................................................................7

b) Recommendations .................................................................................................................7

4.5. Green Area..................................................................................................................................8

a) Observations...........................................................................................................................8

b) Recommendations .................................................................................................................9

5. Conclusions...................................................................................................................................10
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Executive Summary
The rapid urbanization and economic development at local, regional and
global level has led to several environmental and ecological crises. On this
background it becomes essential to adopt the system of the Green Campus for the
institute which will lead for sustainable development.
Manikchand Pahade Law College, Aurangabad, is deeply concerned and
unconditionally believes that there is an urgent need to address these fundamental
problems and reverse the trends. The purpose of the audit was to ensure that the
practices followed in the campus are in accordance with the Green Policy adopted
by the institution. The methodology included: preparation and filling up of
questionnaire, physical inspection of the campus, observation and review of the
documentation, interviewing key persons and data analysis, measurements and
recommendations. It works on the several facets of ‘Green Campus’ including
Water Conservation, Tree Plantation, Waste Management, Paperless Work,
Alternative Energy and Mapping of Biodiversity. With this in mind, the specific
objectives of the audit was to evaluate the adequacy of the management control
framework of environment sustainability as well as the degree to which the
Departments are in compliance with the applicable regulations, policies and
standards. It can make a tremendous impact on student health and learning
college operational costs and the environment. The criteria, methods and
recommendations used in the audit were based on the identified risks.

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1. Introduction
Green Audit can be defined as systematic identification, quantification,
recording, reporting and analysis of components of environmental diversity. The
‘Green Audit’ aims to analyse environmental practices within and outside the
college campus, which will have an impact on the eco-friendly ambience. It was
initiated with the motive of inspecting the work conducted within the organizations
whose exercises can cause risk to the health of inhabitants and the environment.
Through Green Audit, one gets a direction as how to improve the condition of
environment and there are various factors that have determined the growth of
carrying out Green Audit.
Green audit is assigned to the criteria 7 of NAAC, National Assessment and
Accreditation Council which is a self-governing organization of India which declares
the institutions as Grade A, B or C according to the scores assigned during the
accreditation.

1.1 About the College

Manikchand Pahade Law College, Aurangabad is the oldest law college in
Marathwada region. On the eve of the states re-organization prominent Advocates
and educationist of Aurangabad took the lead for establishing “Marathwada Legal
& General Education Society”. Prominent amongst them were Mr. Govindbhai
Shroff, Late H.G. Vaishnav, Adv. L. S. Kulkarni. The society was established with
the mission to establish the law college in the region, as at that time the facility
for higher education in general & legal education in particular was lacking. For
taking legal education students had to run to places like Hyderabad, Nagpur, Pune
and Mumbai etc.
The college is A Accredited by NAAC in the year 2013. The College is situated
in heart of the city and has campus of 11 acres, which consist of class rooms,
administrative buildings, hostel buildings, playground, auditorium, well equipped
library, computer lab and language lab.
The College has two N.S.S. units sanctioned by the university, which are doing
tremendous job through organizing activities like blood donations, tree plantations,
health check-up, personality development etc. are conducted by this unit. The
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Raja of Dist. Aurangabad in the year 2014. The campus is also selected for the
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan by the Government of India in the year 2018.
Every year the College is organizing NSS camp for period of 10 days for
taking up Awareness campaign, Sanitation, Tree Plantation, De-addiction, literacy,
etc. with help of the villagers and concerned authorities.

2. Objectives of the Study

The main objective of the green audit is to promote the Environment
Management and Conservation in the College Campus. The purpose of the audit is
to identify, quantify, describe and prioritize framework of Environment
Sustainability in compliance with the applicable regulations, policies and standards.
The main objectives of carrying out Green Audit are:
 To introduce and aware students to real concerns of environment and its
Sustainability.
 To secure the environment and cut down the threats posed to human health
by analysing the pattern and extent of resource use of the campus.
 To establish a baseline data to assess future sustainability by avoiding the
interruptions in environment that are more difficult to handle and their
corrections requiring high cost.
 To bring out a status report on environmental compliance.

3. Methodology
In order to perform green audit, the methodology included different tools such
as preparation of questionnaire, physical inspection of the campus, observation
and review of the documentation, interviewing key persons and data analysis,
measurements and recommendations. The study covered the following areas to
summarise the present status of environment management in the campus:
 Water management
 Energy Conservation
 Waste management
 E-waste management
 Green area management

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4. Observations and Recommendations

4.1 Water Use
This indicator addresses water consumption, water sources, irrigation, storm
water, appliances and fixtures. A water audit is an on-site survey and assessment
to determine the water use and hence improving the efficiency of its use.

a) Observations
The study observed that the Water tanker supply system, Tube well and
Municipal connection are major sources of water in college and both the hostels.
Water is used for drinking purpose, toilets and gardening. The waste water from
the RO water purifier is used for gardening purpose. During the survey, no loss of
water is observed, neither by any leakages, nor by over flow of water from
overhead tanks. The data collected from all the departments is examined and
verified. On an average the total use of water in the college is 29,000 L/day, which
include 28,000 L/day for domestic, gardening purposes and 1,000 L/day for
drinking purpose. Rain water harvesting units are also functional for recharging
ground water level.

Figure 1-a) Water conservation through percolation Figure 1-b) Inspection of Ground Water Recharge Pits

b) Recommendations
 In campus small scale/medium scale/ large scale reuse and recycle of
water system is necessary.
 Minimize wastage of water and use of electricity during water filtration
process, if used, such as RO filtration process and ensure that the
equipment’s used for such usage are regularly serviced.

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 Ensure that all cleaning products used by college staff have a minimal
detrimental impact on the environment, i.e. they are biodegradable and
non-toxic, even where this exceeds the Control of Substances Hazardous
to Health (COSHH) regulations.
 Gardens should be watered by using drip/sprinkler irrigation system to
minimise water use.

4.2 Energy Use and Conservation

This indicator addresses energy consumption, energy sources, energy
monitoring, lighting, appliance, natural gas and vehicles. Energy use is clearly an
important aspect of campus sustainability and thus requires no explanation for its
inclusion in the assessment.

a) Observations
Energy source utilized by the campus is electricity only. Total average energy
consumption is determined as 2814 KWH/month. The entire campus including
common facility centres are equipped with LED lamps and LED tube lights, except
at few locations. Besides this, photovoltaic cells are also installed in the campus
as an alternate renewable source of energy. The Solar power generated is supplied
to Maharashtra State Electrical Board. Computers are set to automatic power
saving mode when not in use. Solar water heaters are installed in hostel buildings
as to promote renewable energy. Also, campus administration runs switch–off drill
on regular basis.

Figure 2-a) Photovoltaic Cell Panels Figure 2-b) Photovoltaic Cell Control Unit

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b) Recommendations
 In campus premises electricity should be shut down from main building
supply after occupancy time, to prevent power loss due to eddy current.
 Support renewable and carbon-neutral electricity options on any energy
purchasing consortium, with the aim of supplying all college properties with
electricity that can be attributed to renewable and carbon-neutral sources.
 It is preferable to purchase electricity from a company that invests in new
sources of renewable and carbon-neutral electricity.
 Installation of LED lamps instead of CFL and replacing the old tube lights
with the new LED tubes.
 5–star rated Air Conditioners, Fans and CFLs should be used.
 Cleaning of tube-lights/bulbs to be done periodically, to remove dust over
it.

4.3 Waste Generation

This indicator addresses waste production and disposal of different wastes
like paper, food, plastic, biodegradable, construction, glass, dust etc. and
recycling. Furthermore, solid waste often includes wasted material resources that
could otherwise be channelled into better service through recycling, repair, and
reuse. Solid waste generation and management is a burning issue. Unscientific
handling of solid waste can create threats to everyone. The survey focused on
volume, type and current management practice of solid waste generated in the
campus.

a) Observations
Waste generation from tree droppings and lawn management is a major
solid waste generated in the campus. The waste is segregated at source by
providing separate dustbins for Bio-degradable and Plastic waste.
Single sided used papers reused for writing and printing in all departments
and recently both side printing is carried out as per requirements. The waste
generated by newspapers 300kg/year, magazine 280kg/year and of cartons is
20kg/year. Very less plastic waste (0.1Kg/day) is generated by the department,
office, garden etc. but it is neither categorized at point source nor sent for

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recycling. Metal waste and wooden waste is stored and given to authorized scrap
agents for further processing.
The solid waste is collected by the municipal corporation and disposed by
their methods.

b) Recommendations
 Reduce the absolute amount of waste that is produced from college staff
offices.
 Make full use of all recycling facilities provided by City Municipality and
private suppliers, including glass, cans, white, coloured and brown paper,
plastic bottles, batteries, print cartridges, cardboard and furniture.
 Provide sufficient, accessible and well-publicized collection points for
recyclable waste, with responsibility for recycling clearly allocated.
 Important and confidential papers after their validity to be sent for pulping.
 Vermicomposting should be adopted on at least 300 sq. ft. of land.

4.4 E-Waste Generation

E-waste can be described as consumer and business electronic equipment that
is near or at the end of its useful life. This makes up about 5% of all municipal
solid waste worldwide but is much more hazardous than other waste because
electronic components contain cadmium, lead, mercury, and Polychlorinated
biphenyls (PCBs) that can damage human health and the environment.

a) Observations
E-waste generated in the campus is very less in quantity. Administration
conducts the awareness programmes regarding E-waste Management with the
help of various departments. The E-waste and defective item from computer
laboratory is being stored properly. The institution has decided to contact approved
E-waste management and disposal facility in order to dispose E-waste in scientific
manner.

b) Recommendations
 Recycle or safely dispose of white goods, computers and electrical
appliances.
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 Use reusable resources and containers and avoid unnecessary packaging
where possible.
 Always purchase recycled resources where these are both suitable and
available.

4.5 Green Area

This includes the plants, greenery and sustainability of the campus to ensure
that the buildings conform to green standards. This also helps in ensuring that the
Environmental Policy is enacted, enforced and reviewed using various
environmental awareness programmes.

a) Observations
Campus is located in the vicinity of many trees (species) to maintain the
bio-diversity. Various tree plantation programs are being organized at college
campus and surrounding villages through NSS (National Service Scheme) unit.
This program helps in encouraging eco-friendly environment which provides pure
oxygen within the institute and awareness among villagers. The plantation
program includes various type of indigenous species of ornamental and medicinal
wild plant species.
Seed bowls were prepared and planted by 430 members, including NSS unit
and students of the college, on Sonery Mahal and Goga Baba tekdi. 95 saplings
were planted in Drama Department of Dr. B.A.M. University.

Figure 3-Green Area Figure 4-Tree Plantation by NSS Volunteers

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Figure 5-NSS Volunteers Figure 6-Tree Plantation by Management Members

b) Recommendations
 Review periodically the list of trees planted in the garden, allot numbers to
the trees and keep records. Assign scientific names to the trees.
 Promote environmental awareness as a part of course work in various
curricular areas, independent research projects, and community service.
 Create awareness of environmental sustainability and take actions to ensure
environmental sustainability.
 Establish a College Environmental Committee that will hold responsibility for
the enactment, enforcement and review of the Environmental Policy. The
Environmental Committee shall be the source of advice and guidance to staff
and students on how to implement this Policy.
 Ensure that an audit is conducted annually and action is taken on the basis
of audit report, recommendation and findings.
 Celebrate every year 5th June as ‘Environment Day’ and plant trees on this
day to make the campus more Green.
 Indoor plantation to inculcate interest in students, Bonsai can planted in
corridor to bond a relation with nature.
 Green library should be established.

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5. Conclusions
Considering the fact that the institution is predominantly a law college, there
is significant environmental research both by faculty and students. The
environmental awareness initiatives are substantial. The installation of solar panels
and rain water harvesting system are noteworthy. Besides, environmental
awareness programmes initiated by the administration shows how the campus is
going green. Few recommendations are added to curb the menace of waste
management using eco-friendly and scientific techniques. This may lead to the
prosperous future in context of Green Campus & thus sustainable environment and
community development.
As part of green audit of campus, we carried out the environmental
monitoring of campus including Illumination and Ventilation of the class room. It
was observed that Illumination and Ventilation is adequate considering natural
light.

Figure 7-Ten Commandments of Sustainability

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