Pollution Prevention Training Game

Role: Project Lead / Principal Investigator

Organization: Kansas State University – Pollution Prevention Institute

Funding: Developed under a grant funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Description

This virtual training experience was developed as part of an EPA-funded project to help organizations identify practical pollution prevention (P2) opportunities in a simulated industrial environment. The interactive scenario allows users to explore a facility, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements related to energy use, water conservation, hazardous materials, and operational efficiency. As users make decisions, the system provides real-time feedback on environmental impacts, cost savings, and emission reductions. The goal of the project is to demonstrate how immersive training can support workforce education and improve understanding of pollution prevention strategies in an engaging, hands-on format.

This project was developed as part of work conducted at Kansas State University’s Pollution Prevention Institute under EPA funding. This portfolio entry reflects my role in leading and designing the project.

Recorded Training and Workshop Sessions

https://www.epa.gov/chemicals-under-tsca/register-june-12-webinar-putting-brakes-pollution-automotive-maintenance-and

https://www.epa.gov/p2/2024-national-pollution-prevention-training-and-conference

Grant-Funded Initiatives (PI) 

“We are proud to partner with the EPA on two grants to provide P2 technical assistance to businesses across Kansas, with a focus on disadvantaged and environmental justice communities, said KSU Pollution Prevention Institute’s Dr. Cris Brazil. “The P2 grant will support businesses through on-site assistance, training, and tools to help them adopt sustainable practices, including a student intern program. The P2 BIL efforts will support key industries across all five NEAs, with a focus on breweries, while engaging EJ communities through education and collaboration, fostering long-term economic and environmental benefits for businesses and communities throughout Kansas.” 

https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-announces-kansas-selectee-receive-nearly-600k-grants-help-businesses-prevent