Econet is a voluntary organisation working in the field of environment and sustainable development since 1989. The activities can be summarised as :

• Studies, Surveys, Research in environment field.
• Arranging Workshops, Seminars, Conferences.
• Networking, Lobbying, Advocacy and Support.

ECONET has also brought out various Reports and Publications on various topics.
Find out More at www.ecopune.com/econet.htm

ZHEP - established in September 1991 is an organisation engaged in adventure oriented activities and encourages awareness in people for preservation and conservation of environment and ecology.

The major activities are treks to Himalayas. ZHEP arranges various expeditions like ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT, PANCH KEDAR, MANI MAHESH GLACIER, KHATLING GLACIER in the Himalayas.

Find out More at www.ecopune.com/zhepthe.htm

RANWA (Research and Action in Natural Wealth Administration) is a registered Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) based in Pune. RANWA's Activities include

• Research in Forest Biodiversity
• Social aspects of Conservation
• Documentation concerning Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
• Regimes related to biodiversity etc.
• Nature Education in schools and Colleges

RANWA has completed Two Major Projects

• Western Ghats Biodiversity Network.
• BCPP (Biodiversity Conservation and Prioratisation Program).
              - Biosphere Reserves of India.
              - Sacred Elements of Nature in  India.

RANWA has published various papers and reports related to Biodiversity.
Find out More at www.ecopune.com/ranwa.htm
and also at http://www.ranwa.org

Kalpavriksh (KV) is a 20-year voluntary group working on environmental education, research, campaigns, and direct action. The major activities include

• Education and Awareness
• Investigation and Research
• Legal Action
• Networking

Kalpavriksh has also brought many interesting publications.
Find our more at  www.ecopune.com/kalpavriksh.htm OR www.kalpavriksh.org

Gomukh's mission statement is "To evolve participatory approach to conserve ecological balance by promoting sustainable soil and water conservation on a water shed basis." GOMUKH works in the area of watershed development and eco development. The activity areas are

• Village Eco development programme.
• Watershed development programme.
• Ideal village programme.
• Village level planning and feasibility reports.
• Watershed development for urban areas
• Various Research and Evaluation Projects.

Find out More at www.ecopune.com/gomukh.htm

High Places are the Pioneers and Leaders in offering Adventure and Outdoor experiences as a Vehicle for Management Development in India since 1989. This is a novel but effective approach, for Management Development. Over 4500 managers and executives from the Oil Industry, Multi Nationals, Foreign Banks, Engineering Industry, Pharmaceuticals and the IT industry have benefited from the programmes.

Find out More at www.ecopune.com/highplaces.htm

Established in 1988, DIN & GRAY CONSULTANTS PVT. LTD., is a consultancy organisation having an inter-disciplinary team of qualified and experienced scientists and engineers capable of undertaking any assignment in Environmental Engineering.

They are not only specialised in EIA and EMP but also in preparation of an application for obtaining environmental clearance, Risk Assessment (RA), Disaster Management Plan (DMP), Water Supply/ Sewerage, Water/Waste Water/Industrial Waste Treatment, Solid Waste Management etc.

Find out More at www.ecopune.com/dingre/index.htm

An organisation working in nature and environment education for children. They arrange Nature Orientation camps at their campsite. Camping activities include Nature trails, birdwatching, snake shows etc. Find out more at  www.beeline.to/NatureTrails

Action for Agricultural Renewal in Maharashtra (AFARM) is a voluntary organisation formed for the collective benefit of the voluntary organisations through their own collective actions. Born out of an acute felt need for an apex institution to co-ordinate efforts of the voluntary organisations in their task for providing drinking water to villages, AFARM today provides a forum for interaction amongst its members and for the interaction between its members and other funding and developmental organisations including Government for all round NGO development. 

Find out more at www.afarm.org

AFARM also hosts web-pages of its member organisations, these are

Development through Resource Organisation and Planning, Pune (DROP)
www.afarm.org/members/drop.htm

Investment In Man Trust,Pune
www.afarm.org/members/iim.htm

Jana Prabodhini, Pune
www.afarm.org/members/jpp.htm

Kshitij, Pune
www.afarm.org/members/kshitij.htm

National Institute for Sustainable Development, Pune
www.afarm.org/members/nisd.htm

SAMPARC, Pune
www.afarm.org/members/samparc.htm

VANARAI, Pune
www.afarm.org/members/vanarai.htm

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