Paddy and Wetland eco systems play a vital role the water cycle of a region. These vast reservoirs support the food security as well as maintaining the local climate. Unfortunately, these fragile eco systems have been targetted for ‘development’ projects and is fast disappearing. The left over paddy and wetland eco systems are either getting polluted by waste dumping or industrial pollution. A concerted effort from the public and Governments is necessary to preserve these treasures which defines our survival on earth.
Thanal have launched a campaign to preserve Paddy and Wetlands in Kerala and that resulted in Paddy and Wetland Conservation Act. The challenge is to get the law enacted to save existing paddy and wetland eco systems.
Resource Files
Study on Performance of Composting Equipment – Aerobin
The study aims to understand the performance of a Composting Equipment named “Aerobin”. The equipment was fed with household kitchen biodegradable waste. Shredded dry leaves & Innoculum were used to...
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Plastics – Claims and Realities
Article published in the edit page of Mathrubhumi daily on the false claims and realities surrounding plastics. It analyzes how plastics are made, its impact on economy, livelihood, environment and...
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Health Hazards of Burning Plastics
The poster mentions hazardous gases that get released while burning plastic and health hazards of its exposure. Dioixns and Furans are the deadliest among toxic gases released during burning of...
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Climate Change – Basic facts (Malayalam) Education Booklet – 1
A booklet on basic facts on climate change on the back ground of Carbon Neutral Meenangadi Project. It was produced to support awareness and education campaign on climate change in...
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