The GREENDT project has successfully completed the set of internal training sessions outlined within Work Package 5, marking an important milestone in the project’s capacity-building activities. Building on the Training of Trainers (ToT) programme previously delivered by the European partner institutions, the sessions enabled the trained academic staff from the Uzbek universities to transfer their knowledge and experience to their colleagues within their own institutions.
Building on the Training of Trainers Programme
As planned, each Uzbek partner institution organized at least three internal training sessions during the first half of 2026, ensuring the effective transfer of knowledge acquired through the Training of Trainers programme. Kimyo International University in Tashkent (KIUT) delivered four training sessions in April, including a dedicated session involving external stakeholders. Andijan State Technical Institute (ASTI) and Fergana State Technical University (FSTU) each organised three sessions in March, while Jizzakh Polytechnic Institute (JizPI) conducted its three sessions in February. Central Asian University of Environment and Climate Change Studies (CAGU) completed its three planned sessions in May, bringing the implementation of the training programme to a successful conclusion across all partner institutions.
These training sessions targeted academic staff, researchers, administrative personnel and other stakeholders involved in the development and delivery of the new Master’s programmes in Environmental Engineering. Through this multiplier approach, GREENDT has expanded the impact of the knowledge acquired during the ToT activities, building institutional capacity and promoting the adoption of innovative teaching practices.
The programme covered a wide range of topics related to Environmental Engineering and Sustainability, including:
- European environmental policy.
- Engineering diplomacy.
- Equity and inclusion.
- Water management.
- Sustainable energy.
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Risk assessment.
- Atmospheric pollution.
- Air quality monitoring.
- Climate change.
The training materials developed throughout the project were adapted to the needs of each institution, ensuring their effective integration into local teaching and learning environments.
Beyond the technical content, the sessions promoted active participation, knowledge exchange and the dissemination of European pedagogical approaches. Particular attention was also given to fostering inclusive learning environments by integrating principles of equity, diversity and accessibility into the design and delivery of the training activities.
Strengthening Capacity for Long-Term Impact
The implementation of the internal training sessions was followed by participant feedback and evaluation processes, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of the activities and helping identify lessons learned and recommendations for future capacity-building initiatives. The overall outcomes confirmed the relevance of the training programme in strengthening institutional expertise and supporting the modernisation of Environmental Engineering education in Uzbekistan.
The successful completion of these activities represents another significant achievement for GREENDT, reinforcing the project’s long-term objective of enhancing higher education through international cooperation, knowledge transfer and the adoption of European best practices.
