Vision

• To contribute in preparing the students as Environmental Sustainers of Mother Earth through their learnings of Environmental Science
• To develop human excellence and inculcate leadership through hard work and creativity.
• To provide quality-oriented teaching that may bring out the potentiality of the students

Mission

• To nurture the department and evolve with research facilities
• To render Institute of Science one of the most preferred destinations of students, faculty and scholars and employees.
• To promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.

Aim and Objective of Environmental Science

The aim and objective of Environmental Science are to understand the relationship between humans and the environment, and to address environmental challenges in a sustainable way.

Aim

The primary aim of Environmental Science is to study the Earth’s physical and biological systems, the impact of human activities on the environment, and to explore sustainable solutions for protecting natural resources.

Objectives

1. Study of Environmental Processes Understanding natural processes (like ecosystems, climate systems, and biogeochemical cycles) and their interactions.
2. Impact of Human Activities Assessing the impact of human activities (like pollution, deforestation, and urbanization) on ecosystems and biodiversity.
3. Sustainable Resource Management Promoting the sustainable use of natural resources and seeking alternatives to non-renewable resources.
4. Conversation Developing methods for the protection of biodiversity and conservation of endangered species and habitats.
5. Climate Change & Mitagation Understanding the causes and consequences of climate change, and finding ways to mitigate its effects.
6. Policy Formulation Providing scientific knowledge to aid in the creation of environmental policies and laws.
7. Public Awareness Raising awareness about environmental issues to encourage responsible behaviour and decision-making at the individual, community, and global levels.

These objectives guide efforts to tackle environmental degradation and promote a healthier relationship between humanity and the Earth.

Brief History

A contemplation of hoisting the Environmental Science Department was perceived by Dr. R.B. Kharat, Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Government Institute of Science, Nagpur to disseminate the Ecological knowledge and inculcate the sense of nurturing sustainable nature among the young intellects. Department of Environmental Science commenced in the year 1987 (academic session) at Government Institute of Science, Nagpur. It was endeavoured to cater the need of environmental connoisseur for the regional and national laboratories a well environmental consultancies in order to endow the society with Environmental Experts inherited with geographical acquaintance of Vidarbha and its climatic conditions.

There are 11 national level laboratories including the internationally distinguished Government of India authorised CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Regional Institute (NEERI) in the proximity of Nagpur. The laboratory desires high number of research trainee and scientists. Another major research centres are Central Institute for Cotton Research, National Centre for Citrus Research Institute, Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Centre etc.

From past 38 years, Department of Environmental Science is creating the dedicated, legitimate and hardworking students with core knowledge about Ecosystem, Biodiversity, Natural Resource Management and Pollution abatement technologies which eventually satiate the aforementioned placements. The Department officially commenced from the Academic Session 1987-88.

The opening course was B.Sc. (Environmental Science).

Groups

• Env/Chem./Zoo
• Env/Chem./Bot

The Post graduate department was started from 1990-91 (M.Sc. Environmental Science).

List of heads whose efforts lead department toward excellence

SN	Name of Head	Duration
1	Dr.R.B.Kharat	1987-1995
2	Dr.R.S.Bhavsar	1995-1996
3	Dr.J.L.Tarar	1996-2002
4	Dr.M.R.Thosar	2002-2003
5	Dr.Tarar	2003-2004
6	Dr.R.G.Pashine	2004-2005
7	Dr.M.R.Thosar	2005-2006
8	Dr. V.Tabhane	2006-2007
9	Dr.S.D.Narkhede	2007-2011
10	Dr.D.B.Patil	2011-2012
11	Dr.S.H.Ganatra	2012-2014
12	Dr.D.B.Patil	2014-2016
13	Dr.S.D.Narkhede	2016-till date
14	Dr. R.V. Tijare	2020-2021
15	Dr. Mohammad Idrees	2021-2023
16	Dr. Sujata S. Deo	2023-2023
17	Dr. N. J. Siddiqui	2023-2024
18	Dr. Mohammad Idrees	2024-till date

Silent feature of Department of Environmental Science:

The Department of Environmental Science typically focuses on a range of key features related to environmental studies, sustainability, and ecological research. Here are some silent features or aspects that may characterize such a department:

1. 1. Multidisciplinary Approach Environmental science integrates knowledge from various fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, geology, and social sciences to address environmental challenges.
2. Focus on Sustainability The departments emphasize sustainable practices, conservation, and resource management, aiming to balance human needs with environmental protection.
3. Research and Innovation Departments often engage in cutting-edge research related to climate change, pollution control, biodiversity conservation, and environmental health.
4. Practical Applications Environmental Science departments tend to emphasize practical solutions, including the development of new technologies and strategies to mitigate environmental degradation.
5. Community Engagement The environmental science departments actively engage with local communities, businesses, and government agencies to promote environmental awareness and improve sustainability practices.
6. Environmental Policy and Advocacy There is often a strong focus on policy-making, legislation, and advocacy for environmental protection at local, national, and international levels.
7. Laboratory and Field Work Hands-on learning is common, with students participating in both laboratory experiments and field research to gain real-world experience.
8. Interdisciplinary Collaboration The department often collaborates with other institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and governmental bodies to tackle complex environmental issues.
9. Graduate and Postgraduate Programs The departments offer specialized graduate programs that allow students to focus on specific areas such as environmental chemistry, ecology, and environmental law.
10. Global Perspective The department often looks at environmental issues not only on a local level but also in terms of global implications, such as global warming, deforestation, and pollution.

These silent features contribute to the overall goal of educating students and advancing knowledge to protect the environment and ensure sustainable development.