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Decentralised treatment and recycling of domestic wastewater - An integrated approach to water management - A pilot project - CPCB (2008)
The Sangamam housing project at Auroville aims to minimize its ecological footprint by using a range of measures. Posted on 27 Oct, 2011 10:32 AM

This report by the Central Pollution and Control Board (CPCB) describes the various intervention measures chosen to reduce the ecological footprint of the Sangamam housing project at Auroville. These measures include water harvesting, recycling and waste management. 

Conservation of Ousteri lake in Puducherry - Draft Comprehensive Management Action Plan by SACON
The report assesses the state of environment in and around the Ousteri Lake. Posted on 26 Jul, 2011 11:54 AM

OusteriThis Comprehensive Management Action Plan by the Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON) deals with the various conservation and management interventions that can be taken up for long-term sustainability of Ousteri lake, the largest lake in Puducherry.

Wetlands in urban areas have always been exploited for several purposes due to anthropogenic activities. However, such activities may lead to alteration of wetland characteristics and thus cause changes in species composition and density. The Ousteri Lake (Oussudu Eri in Tamil) is rich in flora and fauna and is known to provide several ecological services including recharging underground aquifers and providing several livelihood options for the local community.

Auroville Green Practices Seminar, Pondicherry
Posted on 06 May, 2010 05:13 PM

Topics:

  • Landscaping
  • Water harvesting,
  • Waste management
  • Organic food
  • Renewable energy
  • Appropriate building technologies
  • Environmental awareness

Description:

Auroville, the international township near Puducherry in India is well known for its green thinking and sustainable practices. More than 30 Auroville experts are presenting their recent projects and experiences in this seminar which also includes visits to demonstration sites. The event is meant for project developers, consultants, architects and decision makers involved in the planning of eco-friendly townships and residential complexes.

Satellite map images showing the impact of the 2004 Tsunami on Tamil Nadu
Satellite images from UNOSAT show the impact of the 2004 Tsunami at different locations on the Tamil Nadu coast Posted on 18 Aug, 2009 11:08 AM

These "before-after" satellite map images from the UNOSAT website depict the impact of the 2004 Tsunami on the Tamil Nadu coast.

Pondicherry ground water (control and regulation) act (2002)
Pondicherry ground water (control and regulation) act (2002) deals with establishing the authority for control and regulation of groundwater in the union territory Posted on 01 Jun, 2009 03:06 PM

This act aims to regulate and control the development of ground water in the Union Territory of Pondicherry.

Cauvery basin: its culture, places of historical significance, birth place, climate, precipitation, catchment, tributaries, state-wise spread, landuse
The article describes the journey of Cauvery river from its birthplace Talakaveri to Bay of Bengal alongwith climate, landuse, distribution and water quality pattern of the basin Posted on 14 Apr, 2009 12:21 PM

Culture and places of historical significance

The river Cauvery has been the inspiration for various civilizations who have thrived on the banks of the river. This can be seen manifested in the various forms of art, culture and philosophy that have originated along the course of the river.

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