Articles/Blogs

Mangroves

In the Shadows of the Sea: Beauty, Fragility and Restoration of Mangroves

Among the ecosystems of coral reefs, estuaries, and seagrass meadows there exists the intricate forests of mangroves. Compared with other coastal ecosystems, mangroves contribute an average of 14% to carbon sequestration in the world’s oceans and they are a source if livelihood for several communities. As anthropogenic activities and climate change threaten the health of Mangroves there is an urgent need to focus on conservation.

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Mangroves

Guardians of the Coastline: The Urgent Need to Protect Mangroves

Fragile mangrove ecosystems are vulnerable to climate change and unsustainable human activities. Over the last century a 40% decline in mangrove cover in India was reported. They are the primary source of livelihoods for many coastal communities and also protect inland areas and forests from worst effects of severe storms and flooding events. The need to protect mangroves is urgent.

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Psychological safety

Psychological safety at work place

Fostering psychological safety among employees is a critical aspect of creating a positive work environment that supports employee well-being, job satisfaction, and productivity. Psychologically safe workplaces lead to improved organizational performance and success. This blog details the benefits of psychological safety at workplace and measures to promote it.

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Buzzing in Crisis: How Climate Change Affects Honey Bees

As climate change is intensifying, Honey bees are finding it hard to keep up with the shifts. Honey Bees pollinate about 75% of the world’s food crops, and play a crucial role in maintaining ecology.

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Workforce re-entry for women

Building good workforce re-entry programs for women

A workforce re-entry program is a structured approach that aims to support individuals in re-entering the workforce after an extended absence. This blog highlights the need for good workforce re-entry programs for women, the features of an effective program, and the benefits of having one.

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Alternate Wetting and Drying

Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) for Sustainable Paddy Cultivation in India

In recent years, the alternate wetting and drying (AWD) technique has emerged as a high-potential sustainable paddy cultivation method. It reduces water usage, labor costs, and greenhouse gas emissions. This blog is on the AWD practice, benefits, and potential.

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Research/Study Papers

Green Jobs

Job Opportunities in the Sustainable Energy Sector (Green Jobs)

This study aims to identify demand-led courses for green jobs in the sustainable energy sector. It evaluates the fitment of these courses to Youth, Women and PwDs (with mild motor disability).

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Impact Evaluation of GROW (2023)

Impact Evaluation of GROW (2023)

The study is a third party evaluation of our skill development program – GROW. The study, supported by our long term partner J.P. Morgan, aims to evaluate the theory of change and assess the impact of the intervention on the beneficiaries.

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Women LFPR Pilot​

To test the hypothesis that ‘low income group women whose children have grown up, if trained on market aligned employability skills, will join the workforce’, NSDC and Dr. Reddy’s Foundation came together to run a pilot program…

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Impact Evaluation of GROW 2018

The study is a third party evaluation of our skill development program – GROW. The study, supported by our long term partner J.P. Morgan…

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Alumni Tracer Study – GROW

This is a cross sectional study of alumni of our skill development program – GROW. We studied the progress made by alumni…

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Action for Climate and Environment

Given the urgency to address climate change through concerted efforts, our Action for Climate and Environment (ACE)…

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