Theme Lead
Royal Academy of Engineering, UK
Waste Burning Programme
(Engineering X)

The Royal Academy of Engineering, Engg X programme is working in partnership with the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) and other international organisations to reduce health and safety risks of open burning of municipal solid waste on vulnerable population groups.

Mansoor has been with the development of the programme since 2020. Currently, he is responsible for advising on the programme components, priorities, programme development, technical advice and promotion.

Programme implementation is based on the grants call and all the projects are expected to start from January 2023. He is responsible for quality assurance, monitoring and mentoring of the grantees. Regular presentations to the programme board were delivered and part of the current role.