International Day of Forests 21 March
On the the International Day of Forests, we are re-launching our innovate project “Afforestation of wastelands” https://naavifoundation.in/afforestation-of-wastelands/ in Maharashtra. Using our methodology, we will re-forest 1500 acres of unutilised wastelands. Our model requires minimum investments in water conservation infrastructure. This water source along with appropriate trees and shrubs, we reforest the area in a symbiotic…
Selling carbon credits from afforestation – But you can sell something only when you have it !
Carbon Credits can be obtained for growing of trees as trees absorb a lot of CO2. A single tree can absorb about 30 kg of CO2 every year. Farmers who own degraded lands do not have the means to plant and upkeep trees as: Why has this happened Farming in large parts of India has…
India’s water crisis
In 2023, India and the world saw the impact of El-nino. Crop failures (coupled with the ongoing wars) have increased the prices of food grains to never seen levels. El-nino affected crops in two major ways – water and temperature (both are inter related though).
Trees are net positive not net zero !
We all know that trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into the atmosphere. But there are many more benefits of trees. Their canopy provides shade which helps us and other living beings remain cool in summers. The shade reduces surface temperature and prevents evaporation of moisture from the soil. They give shelter to birds…
Heat wave across India
The current spate of heat waves in India are only an indicator of what the weather will be in the future. We are going to witness longer duration of higher temperatures followed by thunderstorms and cyclones. While global warming is happening due to emissions by all countries – developed or developing, and we need to…
Tax benefit for donors
Happy to inform that we have got 80G certificate for Naavi Welfare Foundation. All donations will be eligible for tax benefit. Look forward to your support.
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