Eco-Watch

Promotes environmental sustainability through conservation projects, education, and collaborative initiatives

  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Bangalore, Karnataka

  • Since

    1998

Eco-Watch, founded in 1998 by environmentalist and filmmaker Suresh Heblikar, focuses on spreading environmental conservation awareness through divers Read moree, impactful programs. Its initiatives target students, organisations, corporate entities, and communities, using straightforward and effective approaches to address ecological issues. The organisation emphasises creating an eco-conscious culture to protect and enhance environmental conditions in both urban and rural areas. Key activities include ongoing research, thematic campaigns, field studies, surveys, and documentation in collaboration with experienced technical associates. Eco-Watch also partners with corporations and government bodies for projects like lake restoration, green school initiatives, urban forestry efforts, and awareness programs to promote sustainable practices.

Programs

  • Green School Project

    The Green School Project emphasises environmental education and awareness among students and youth, aiming to equip local communities to address ecological challenges. It focuses on key areas such as rainwater harvesting, solid waste management, alternative energy solutions, and air pollution control. Through its initiatives, the program nurtures environmental management, promotes conservation of natural resources, and strengthens urban ecological security. An ongoing project supported by PwC India Foundation includes work at Kadugodi Government High School and Junior College.

  • Lake Restoration Project

    The lake restoration initiative emphasises the critical role of freshwater bodies in supporting urban ecosystems, regulating climate, and replenishing groundwater. It addresses the challenges posed by urbanisation and pollution, which have degraded lakes and affected biodiversity and human health. The program focuses on protecting and restoring lake ecosystems in Bangalore to ensure ecological balance and urban sustainability. Ongoing efforts include projects at Mahadeva Kodigehalli, Singahalli, and Huvinayakanahalli lakes.

Leadership Team

  • Akshay Heblikar

    Trustee & Director Projects

  • M D Subhash Chandran

    Trustee & Ecological Scientist

  • Prof. Gopal K Kadekodi

    Trustee & Senior Research Analyst & Advisor

  • Dr. Srini Kaveri

    Trustee & Research Advisor

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAAAE0468R

  • Registration ID

    A-I/E-65/98-99/CIT-II

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    KA/2018/0209293

  • 12A

    AAAAE0468RE20214

  • 80G

    AAAAE0468RF20214

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    403, 18th Cross, 3rd Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore, 560011

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust