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National Green Tribunal (NGT) – Relevant notifications from the Ministry of Environment and Forests
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 05:16 PMGroundwater: From mystery to management - An article by TN Narasimhan
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 12:07 PMGroundwater has been used for domestic and irrigation needs from time immemorial. It is a component of the hydrological cycle, vital for human sustenance. Unlike surface water, groundwater cannot be readily observed. Consequently, it was long considered to be mysterious or even occult in nature, influencing legal decisions relating to groundwater ownership and use.
Adapting to the global groundwater crisis - Its usage needs to be regulated and monitored
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 12:03 PMThe global groundwater crisis centers on withdrawals notably exceeding short term renewable storage. The current global groundwater crisis reflects the fact that over the past century, groundwater withdrawal has grown to exceed natural renewable groundwater storage. The single most important cause is the deep well turbine pump. Groundwater depletion is very high in both the United States and India.
Groundwater and artificial recharge investigations around proposed site of the Devi Ratn Hotel, Ballupura, Jaipur, Rajasthan - A report by Green Systems
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:57 AMThe proposal is an in-depth study of the geo-morphological setup of the area; there are also findings on geology and hydrology and the area's climate and rainfall and groundwater resources.
Hydrogeological investigations in and around JSPL plant area in Angul district, Orissa - A report by Green Systems
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:55 AM The area's geological, hydrological and climatic facets are studied to arrive at a series of recommendations, which not only include the type of recharge structures and their design but also their location.
The report is divided into 9 chapters which are
Proposal for groundwater recharge in National Capital Region - A report by SK Sharma and Green Systems
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:53 AMIt also explains the various laws that have been put in place to increase groundwater replenishment.
Groundwater and artificial recharge investigations, at the site of the Devi Rasa Boutique Hotel in Amer, Rajasthan - A report by Green Systems
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:43 AMThe consultants, Green Systems, have conducted an indepth study of various parameters which include hydro-geology and climatic conditions to come up with a set of proposals for the hotel. To come up with their suggestions the consultants also make use of technologies like remote sensing, GIS and Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES).
‘Revival of Siddh Baba Kodiya talaab’ - Janhit Foundation's e-newsletter of March 2011
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:39 AM
The Janhit Foundation's newsletter of March 2011 focuses on the following topics:
Chemonics is looking for specialists in forestry, climate adaptation and carbon finance in India - Apply by 31st May 2011
Posted on 22 Apr, 2011 11:17 AM
Chemonics is an international development consulting company that helps governments, businesses, civil society groups, and communities promote meaningful change so people can live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives.
Chemonics seeks speclialists for an anticipated USAID-funded project focused on sustainable forests and climate change mitigation in India. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
A. Forestry specialist:
The forestry specialist will support reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation as well as enhanced sequestration, through afforestation, conservation, and sustainable management.
Irrigation system operation practices - A handbook by Central Water Commission (1990)
Posted on 21 Apr, 2011 10:36 PMFor increasing agricultural productivity from existing irrigation systems, improved operation of the systems coupled with timely maintenance of the systems has a major role to play.