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A machine learning approach to wastewater treatment: Gaussian process regression and Monte Carlo analysis

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A machine learning approach to wastewater treatment Gaussian process regression and Monte Carlo analysis Conducted under the SMEP-funded SAFECONOMY project, this study aimed to analyse the application of Gaussian Process Regression (GPR) modelling to improve the accuracy of degradation response predictions in wastewater treatment. Three crucial factors, i.e., catalyst (CFA–ZnF), oxidant (H2O2), and pollutant (MB) […]

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SMEP’s Textiles Wastewater Management pilot in Bangladesh shows significant potential in greenhouse gas emissions reductions and water savings

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A SMEP research brief, led by Atiq Zaman, Ruan Parrott and Henrique Pacini, examines how treating and recovering wastewater from a textile mill can yield significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions. The brief is based on a SMEP-funded pilot project led by a consortium made up of two technology providers (Panta Rei Water Solutions and

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Promoting dignity through transforming workplaces

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Promoting dignity through transforming workplaces The Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution Learning Brief The ready-made garment (RMG) sector is a cornerstone of Bangladesh’s economy, employing approximately four million people, most of them women. Despite the industry’s economic importance, many female workers continue to face significant challenges in accessing adequate hygiene facilities, particularly those required for

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Gender Equality and Social Inclusion: Spotlight on Mananasi Fibre

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Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Spotlight on Mananasi Fibre SMEP funded projects operate in sectors characterised by socioeconomic inequalities, informal and unregulated value chains, and male dominance, yet they are also well-positioned to initiate new inclusive approaches. To mitigate discriminatory practices that perpetuate inequalities, SMEP projects are committed to identifying vulnerabilities, addressing gender-biased social norms,

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Decarbonising the textiles sector in Bangladesh

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Decarbonising the Textile Sector in Bangladesh Insight’s from a Textiles Wastewater Management project at Fakir Knitwears The SMEP Textiles Wastewater Management project, co-led by Primark and Panta Rei Water Solutions in collaboration with the Fakir Group, Grundfos, WaterAid and H&M at the Fakir Knitwear Plant, in Dhaka, demonstrates how integrating advanced wastewater treatment and reuse

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Beyond compliance: Trade as a channel for the adoption of industrial wastewater treatment in the Global South

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Beyond Compliance Trade as a channel for the adoption of industrial wastewater treatment in the Global South Water emerges as a pivotal element within the context of the triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity. As a fundamental resource for all life forms, water plays a multifaceted role in our ecosystems, as a

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What we have learnt: Understanding traceability and due diligence in the leather supply chain

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The global leather industry—valued at over USD 400 billion—supports millions of livelihoods, especially in South Asia and Africa. Yet, despite its economic significance, the industry faces critical challenges regarding environmental sustainability, ethical sourcing, and global compliance with evolving regulations. As climate-conscious regulations tighten, particularly in Europe, the sector faces a critical juncture. Countries like Pakistan

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