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Ecosystem Services

Sustaining Ecosystems and Livelihoods

Every entity has a pivotal role and place in the scheme of nature. Micro-organisms, plants, animals co-exist in different ecosystems such as coral reefs, forests, deserts, wild lands etc. Biodiversity refers to diversity or variety found in nature. Biodiversity boosts ecosystem’s productivity, where each species, no matter how small, all have …

SUSTAINABLE AND SMART CITIES – GREEN AFFORDABLE HOUSING

‘Home is where the heart is,’ has changed for many in the rural India into ‘Home is where the job is.’ Post liberalization,  there has been an influx of people from rural areas to urban areas in search of jobs. A spurt in service sector opportunities and a decline in …

Mainstreaming Climate Change Concerns into Planning Processes

‘Gar firdaus bar-rue zamin ast, hamin asto, hamin asto, hamin ast .’ If there is ever a heaven on earth, it’s here, it’s here, it’s here. These were the words used by the Mughal emperor Jahangir in the 17th century to describe the beauty of Kashmir. This statement holds true for …

Introducing: Mainstreaming Alternative Perspectives – South Asia

    Who We Are Mainstreaming Alternative Perspective – South Asia (MAP-SA) aims to support and accelerate the transition to a new green economy. An economy that promotes the well-being of its people and the planet while ensuring development and growth that is sustainable, inclusive and resilient. MAP-SA is coordinated …