Environment

“We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.”

- Chief Seattle

We are committed to the conservation of biodiversity and the environment. We strongly believe that urgent action is necessary to combat global climate change and contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our primary focus is on conserving the natural heritages of the Western Ghats, a region of immense ecological significance. Through our interventions, we aim to raise awareness about the importance of preserving this unique ecosystem among the local communities.

By emphasizing the prime importance of the Western Ghats and its biodiversity, we strive to engage and involve the local population in conservation efforts. We believe that by fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility towards their natural surroundings, we can collectively work towards safeguarding this precious environment.

Conservation of biodiversity and the environment is crucial not only for the sustainability of ecosystems but also for the well-being of present and future generations. Through our initiatives, we seek to promote a harmonious relationship between humans and nature, ensuring the long-term survival of diverse species and the preservation of natural resources.

Our major works!

SCODWES trained 261 Village Forest Committees (VFCs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in biodiversity conservation and sustainable forest management across Sirsi, Honnavar, Bhatkal, Ankola, Siddapur and Karwar forest divisions.

SCODWES assisted 1,526 villages and 4,48,057 households in Uttara Kannada and Udupi districts to connect to functional tap water through Village Action Plans and IEC/HRD activities

A total of 4,136 sanitation units have been established.

A total of 6,575 environmental awareness camps have been conducted. A total of 964 Shramadana camps have been conducted.

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ABOUT US

SCODWES is a professional development organization established in 2005 under the Societies Registration Act of 1960 and headquartered at Sirsi, Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state in India.