The Environment section of SRB, provides services in multi-disciplinary areas to support wide spectrum of stake holders
Delivers accurate and reliable primary scientific data through targeted projects and helps decision-makers develop systems
that promote sustainable development and environmental protection.
Wide experience in execution of mega projects in the area of environment all over the country. More than 100 projects have
been successfully executed during last 33 years.
Laboratory is recognized by the Ministry of Environment MoEF-CC
Air and Emission Monitoring
[tooltips keyword=” Ambient Air Quality Monitoring as per Latest CPCB Guidelines and NAAQS standards.” content=”1. Ambient air quality monitoring focuses on rigorous monitoring, analysis, and management of air pollutants to safeguard public health and the environment.
2.Parameters Monitored: Regular measurement of pollutants such as particulate matter (PM10, PM2.5), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), ozone (O3), carbon monoxide (CO), ammonia (NH3), lead (Pb), Nickel, Arsenic, benzene, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
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[tooltips keyword=” DG Set ,Boiler and Stationery Source Emission Studies as per IS 11225 and
other standards.” content=”1. DG set, boiler, and stationary source emission studies, are crucial for assessing and mitigating air pollution from industrial activities.
2.These studies involve measuring emissions of pollutants such as particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from diesel generators (DG sets), boilers, and other fixed sources.”]
[tooltips keyword=” Validation of Air Pollution Control
Devices (ESPs, Dust Collectors, Bag
Filters etc).” content=”1. Validation of air pollution control devices involves ensuring these devices effectively reduce emissions and comply with workplace safety standards.
2.Key aspects of validation include conducting emission tests to measure the effectiveness of the control device in reducing particulate matter (PM), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other harmful substances. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Work Zone & Indoor Air Quality studies
as per ASHRAE / OSHA / NIOSH/ ISA /
ANSI Specifications.” content=”1. Work zone and indoor air quality studies, conducted in accordance with ASHRAE, OSHA, NIOSH, ISA, and ANSI specifications, are critical for ensuring safe and healthy environments for workers. 2.These studies involve comprehensive assessments of air quality parameters such as particulate matter (PM), CO, CO2, SO2, NOX, NH3,volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other potential contaminants. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Metrological studies including wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity,
rainfall and other climatic parameters.” content=”1. Meteorological studies encompass the measurement and analysis of critical climatic parameters such as wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity, rainfall, temperature, atmospheric pressure, and solar radiation.
2.These studies are essential for understanding weather patterns, climate variability, and their impacts on various sectors including agriculture, urban planning, aviation, and environmental monitoring.
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Noise and Light Monitoring
[tooltips keyword=” Ambient and Indoor Noise Monitoring.” content=”1. Ambient and indoor noise monitoring involves the systematic measurement and analysis of sound levels in various environments to assess potential impacts on human health and wellbeing.
2.Ambient noise monitoring typically focuses on outdoor settings such as urban areas, industrial zones, and transportation corridors, where sources like traffic, industrial machinery, and construction activities contribute to noise pollution.
3. Indoor noise monitoring, on the other hand, examines sound levels within enclosed spaces such as offices, schools, hospitals, and residential buildings, considering sources like HVAC systems, equipment operation, and human activities.
4. Both types of monitoring utilize sound level meters to quantify noise levels in decibels (dB) and analyze frequency spectra.”]
[tooltips keyword=” Monitoring of Acoustic Enclosure for insertion
loss of noise.” content=”1. Monitoring the acoustic enclosure for insertion loss of noise involves assessing its effectiveness in reducing sound emissions from machinery or equipment.
2.This process includes measuring sound levels both inside and outside the enclosure to determine the reduction in noise achieved by the enclosure.
3. Acoustic measurements are conducted using precision instruments to capture noise levels in decibels (dB) and analyze frequency spectra.
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[tooltips keyword=” Lux Monitoring.
” content=”1. Lux monitoring involves measuring the intensity of light or illuminance levels in a specific area or environment.
2. It is essential for various applications including indoor and outdoor lighting assessments, workspace ergonomics, and environmental
monitoring.
3. Lux meters or light sensors are used to quantify lux levels, which indicate how well-lit a space is for human activities.
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Gases Testing
[tooltips keyword=” Compressed Air as per ISO 8573.” content=”1. Compressed air quality, as defined by ISO 8573, is critical for various industrial applications where clean and dry air is essential to ensure reliable operation of pneumatic tools, machinery, and processes. 2.ISO 8573 specifies standards for purity classes of compressed air based on particulate concentration, moisture content, and oil content and other gaseous contaminants. 3. Particulate matter, water vapor, and oil aerosols in compressed air can adversely affect equipment performance, product quality, and operational efficiency. “]
[tooltips keyword=” Nitrogen testing as per EP/ USP.” content=”1. Nitrogen testing, as per the European Pharmacopoeia (EP) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards, is essential in pharmaceutical manufacturing to ensure the purity and quality of nitrogen used in various processes. 2.Testing involves precise measurement techniques to verify nitrogen purity and impurities including oxygen, moisture, and other contaminants “]
[tooltips keyword=” Other Industrial Gases Testing.” content=”1. Testing for carbon dioxide and other industrial gases is vital for ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across various industrial applications. 2. Carbon dioxide testing involves the measurement and analysis of CO2 levels and other gaseous impurities to ensure they meet specific purity requirements for applications such as food and beverage production, medical gases, welding, and environmental monitoring. 3. Industrial gases, including oxygen, argon, and others, undergo rigorous testing to verify purity levels, trace impurities, and adherence to standards like ISO 22000, USP, or other industry-specific regulations. “]
[tooltips keyword=” Medical Oxygen.” content=”1. Medical oxygen testing is crucial to ensure the purity and safety of oxygen used in healthcare settings, where it is vital for patient care and treatment. 2. Testing involves to verify that medical oxygen meets specified purity standards and is free from contaminants such as moisture, carbon dioxide, and other impurities. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Bio gas monitoring.” content=”1.Biogas monitoring is essential for assessing the quality and performance of biogas production systems, which convert organic waste into renewable energy sources. 2. Monitoring involves measuring key parameters such as methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2) content, hydrogen sulfide (H2S) levels, moisture content, and calorific value. 3. These parameters determine the efficiency of biogas production, its potential for energy generation, and its environmental impact. “]
Water and Wastewater Studies
[tooltips keyword=”Wastewater monitoring for compliance for discharging into Inland Surface water, Public Sewers and On Land for Irrigation as per MOEF/CPCB Regulations.” content=”1.Wastewater monitoring process involves sampling and analyzing wastewater for various parameters including biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), total suspended solids (TSS), pH, oil and grease, heavy metals, and pathogens. 2. These parameters are regulated to prevent water pollution, protect aquatic ecosystems, and safeguard public health. “]
[tooltips keyword=” Construction Water. ” content=”1. According to IS 456, the water used in concrete construction must be clean, free from harmful chemicals, oils, acids, alkalis, salts, organic materials, and other substances that may be detrimental to the concrete or steel reinforcement. 2. Testing facilities equipped to analyze water samples for pH levels, chlorides, sulfates, and other impurities ensure compliance with these standards, thereby minimizing the risk of concrete deterioration, corrosion of reinforcement, and overall structural failure.
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[tooltips keyword=” Swimming Pool Water. ” content=”1. Testing of swimming pool water as per IS 3328 is essential for ensuring the safety and quality of recreational water environments. IS 3328 sets standards for various parameters such as pH levels, alkalinity, hardness, chlorides, sulfates, and microbiological contaminants in swimming pool water. 2. Testing facilities equipped to analyze these parameters help in maintaining optimal water quality, preventing health hazards such as skin and eye irritations, bacterial infections, and ensuring the effectiveness of disinfection processes like chlorination.
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[tooltips keyword=” Boiler and Blow down Water. ” content=”1. Testing of boiler water and boiler blow down water is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of boiler systems. 2. Testing facilities equipped to analyze parameters such as pH levels, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, alkalinity, hardness, silica, chlorides, and total dissolved solids (TDS) are essential in maintaining optimal water quality within boilers. 3. Regular testing helps in identifying and preventing issues such as corrosion, scale formation, and foaming which can lead to reduced efficiency, increased maintenance costs, and even boiler failures.
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[tooltips keyword=”Cooling Tower Blow Down water.” content=”1.Testing of cooling tower blow down water is essential to assess its quality and ensure compliance with regulatory standards before disposal or reuse. 2. The testing process involves analyzing various parameters such as pH levels, total suspended solids (TSS), conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), hardness, chlorides, sulfates, and microbial contamination. 3. These tests help evaluate the effectiveness of water treatment processes, identify potential corrosion and scaling risks, and ensure that the discharged water meets environmental standards for safe disposal into sewer systems or for reuse in industrial processes. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Water Testing for construction activities.” content=”1.Testing wastewater at the inlet and outlet of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) is essential to ensure effective treatment processes and compliance with environmental regulations. 2. This monitoring involves sampling and analyzing wastewater for various parameters such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), total suspended solids (TSS), pH, oil and grease, ammonia, nitrate, heavy metals, and pathogens. 3. These parameters determine the efficiency of biogas production, its potential for energy generation, and its environmental impact. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Wastewater Monitoring of ETP and STP Inlet and Outlet.” content=”1.Testing wastewater at the inlet and outlet of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) is essential to ensure effective treatment processes and compliance with environmental regulations. 2. This monitoring involves sampling and analyzing wastewater for various parameters such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), total suspended solids (TSS), pH, oil and grease, ammonia, nitrate, heavy metals, and pathogens. 3. These parameters determine the efficiency of biogas production, its potential for energy generation, and its environmental impact. “]
Hazardous Waste Studies
[tooltips keyword=”Classification and characterization of Solid waste into Hazardous or Non- hazardous.” content=”1.The classification and characterization of solid waste into hazardous or non-hazardous categories, as per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines, are essential for ensuring proper management and disposal practices that protect human health and the environment. 2. Solid waste is classified based on its potential to cause harm due to its physical, chemical, or biological properties. 3. Characterization involves sampling and testing waste to determine these properties, including pH, flammability, toxicity (leachability), and concentrations of specific hazardous substances like heavy metals or organic pollutants. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Renewable Gas Production Studies from Waste.” content=”1.Renewable gas production studies from waste focus on converting organic materials such as biomass, agricultural residues, municipal solid waste, and wastewater sludge into useful energy sources like biogas or synthetic natural gas (SNG). 2. These studies explore various technologies such as anaerobic digestion, gasification, and pyrolysis to break down organic matter and capture the resulting gases, primarily methane and hydrogen and analysis
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[tooltips keyword=”Study on Waste / Used Oil as per MOEF Guidelines.” content=”1.A study on waste or used oil, as per Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEF) guidelines, focuses on the management and disposal of oils that have been used and may contain contaminants or pollutants. 2. Key aspects of the study include assessing the composition of used oil, identifying hazardous constituents, determining suitable recycling or disposal methods, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to minimize environmental impact. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Leachability Studies with respect to Toxic Metals.” content=”1.Leachability studies with respect to toxic metals focus on evaluating the potential for these metals to leach from solid wastes or contaminated materials into the surrounding environment under various conditions. 2. Key objectives include identifying the types and concentrations of toxic metals present in the waste, examining factors influencing leaching such as pH, moisture content, and contact time, and predicting potential impacts on soil, groundwater, and surface water quality. 3. Methods typically involve laboratory tests such as toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) or synthetic precipitation leaching procedure (SPLP) to simulate environmental conditions and quantify leachable metal concentrations. “]
[tooltips keyword=”STP / ETP sludge analysis and reporting.” content=”1. STP (Sewage Treatment Plant) and ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant) sludge analysis, in accordance with CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board) guidelines, is crucial for assessing the composition, characteristics, and environmental impact of sludge generated during wastewater treatment processes. 2. Key parameters assessed include moisture content, density, pH, organic matter (total organic carbon, volatile solids), nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus), heavy metals (like cadmium, lead, mercury), and microbiological indicators. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Studies related to Electronic Wastes.” content=”1. Studies on the testing of electronic wastes (e-waste) focus on evaluating the composition, environmental impact, and management strategies for discarded electronic devices. 2. These studies involve comprehensive analysis of e-waste to identify and quantify hazardous substances such as heavy metals (e.g., lead, mercury, cadmium), brominated flame retardants, and other toxic materials present in electronic products. 3. Testing methodologies include chemical analysis, leaching tests to assess the potential for environmental contamination, and health risk assessments related to human exposure. “]
Soil Studies
[tooltips keyword=”Contamination Site Studies with respect to Toxic Metals , Organic Compounds and Total VOCs.” content=”1. Contamination site studies focusing on toxic metals, organic compounds, and Total Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) aim to assess and mitigate environmental risks associated with polluted sites. 2. These studies involve detailed investigations to identify the presence, distribution, and concentration levels of hazardous substances such as lead, arsenic, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and various VOCs in soil, groundwater, and surface water.”]
[tooltips keyword=”Soil Chemical Analysis for Agriculture purpose and Other Activities.” content=”1. Soil chemical analysis serves crucial purposes in agriculture and other activities by providing essential insights into soil health and fertility. 2. It helps determine nutrient levels, pH balance, and the presence of contaminants, guiding farmers in optimal fertilizer use and soil management practices to enhance crop yields sustainably. “]
[tooltips keyword=”Macro and Micro Nutrients in Soil.” content=”1. Analyzing macro and micro nutrients in soil is crucial for agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. 2. Macro nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are essential for plant growth, influencing crop yield and quality. 3. Micro nutrients such as iron, zinc, and boron, though needed in smaller quantities, play critical roles in enzyme activities and overall plant health “]
[tooltips keyword=”Organic Matter and C:N Ratio.” content=”1. Organic matter and the carbon-to-nitrogen (C:N) ratio are key indicators of soil health and fertility. Organic matter, derived from plant and animal residues, influences soil structure, water retention, nutrient availability, and microbial activity. 2. It serves as a reservoir for nutrients and promotes beneficial microbial communities crucial for nutrient cycling and plant health. 3. The C ratio, a measure of the balance between carbon and nitrogen in organic matter, affects decomposition rates and nutrient mineralization. 4. A balanced C ratio supports optimal microbial activity and nutrient availability, enhancing soil fertility and crop productivity.”]
[tooltips keyword=”Soil Classification based on Particle Size.” content=”1. Soil classification tests based on particle size analyze the distribution of sand, silt, and clay particles to determine soil texture. 2. The most common method is the hydrometer method or the pipette method, which involves dispersing soil particles in water, allowing them to settle based on their size, and then measuring the sedimentation rate. 3. Another approach is the sieve analysis method, which separates soil particles by size using a series of sieves with different mesh sizes. “]
