Tag: rainwater harvesting
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Mahavir Foundation Trust: an NGO in Vadodara transforming lives
IN a world rife with inequalities and disparities, the role of this NGO in Vadodara in addressing the multifaceted needs of the underprivileged is an important one. Mahavir Foundation Trust operates under the umbrella of Mahavir International, Vadodara Kendra. Established on September 30 2000, the NGO in Vadodara has been unwavering in its commitment to…
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10 NGOs working for water conservation in India
Water on our planet is limited and unevenly distributed. When we talk about water conservation, the issue is not just about “saving” water but having enough water to meet our present and future needs. For centuries, humans have exploited water resources and many fear that future wars could be fought over water. A study by the European…
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Top 5 NGOs working to conserve India’s water bodies
INDIA is gifted with astonishingly beautiful and distinctive lakes. Not only do these lakes act as water reservoirs, but they also play an important role in maintaining the ecological balance. Sadly, many of these water bodies have either dried up, been filled up for development or are heavily polluted. Natural water bodies such as lakes…
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Roof rainwater harvesting in rural Gujarat
Amreli district in Gujarat is a drought prone region in India. The rains are unreliable and water is not easily available. What’s more, the fluoride content in the water of much of this region is 5 parts per million – 5 times the safe level – making it completely undrinkable. Many women must therefore walk for…