Program Overview

Introduction to the Environmental and Territorial Engineering Program

The Environmental and Territorial Engineering program involves a broad spectrum of specialized skills aimed at governing the interaction between humans and natural resources. This program identifies and formulates complex technological and programmatic interventions for the remediation and maintenance of environmental quality, as well as the prevention of future risks, with a focus on the sustainable use of resources.

Program Structure

The program is divided into several areas of study, including:

• Land Protection and Natural Risks Prevention
• Environmental Monitoring and Diagnostics
• Natural Resources Planning and Management
• Environmental Protection and Remediation Technologies
• Environmental Engineering for Sustainability

Program Description

The Environmental and Territorial Engineering program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between human activities and the environment. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement sustainable solutions for environmental management and conservation.

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Environmental monitoring and diagnostics
• Natural resources planning and management
• Environmental protection and remediation technologies
• Environmental engineering for sustainability
• Land protection and natural risks prevention

Program Details

The program is offered at the Politecnico di Milano and is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in environmental and territorial engineering. The program includes a range of courses and activities, including technical visits and internships, to provide students with hands-on experience and practical skills.

Technical Visits

The program includes several technical visits to various sites, including:

• Trigeneration power plant of Campus Leonardo of Politecnico di Milano
• Agricultural area in Assiano (MI) being reclaimed by hydrocarbons
• Centro di Monitoraggio Geologico di Arpa Lombardia
• Diga di Place Moulin in Valpelline (AO)
• Impianti di riciclo della plastica di Borgaro Torinese (TO) and Borgolavezzaro (NO)