ENVIRONMENT
Caring for the Planet. Securing Our Future.
At Sewa International, we believe that caring for the planet is an extension of caring for humanity. A healthy environment is the foundation for safe communities, sustainable livelihoods, and future generations. Guided by the principle of Sewa Parmo Dharmah — service above self — our environmental initiatives focus on restoration, conservation, and awareness.
What Sewa Does
Out of 17 Sustainable Development Goals 2047, 7 goals are dedicated towards promoting sustainability and safeguarding the environment, thus generating an imperative need towards conserving the environment. Sewa International believes that the environment is an integral part of overall development of the nation and thus, optimum utilization of resources without disrupting nature, can prove to be a way to achieve those sustainable development goals.
By protecting and nurturing the environment, we are investing in the well-being of our generations to come. The environment sustains, inspires, and provides us with the resources necessary for our survival. Recognizing its importance is not just an obligation, rather a fundamental necessity for the survival of life on Earth. Here, Sewa International is playing its part in serving mother nature.
Key Focus Areas
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Tree Plantation & Afforestation – We conduct large-scale tree plantation drives across rural and urban areas, helping restore green cover, combat climate change, and provide a healthier ecosystem.
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Water Conservation & Sanitation (WaSH) – Through rainwater harvesting projects, clean drinking water facilities, and sanitation awareness programs, we promote sustainable water management and hygiene practices in underserved communities.
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Waste Management & Cleanliness Drives – From plastic-free campaigns to cleanliness drives under Sewa Day, we inspire communities to adopt eco-friendly practices and keep their surroundings clean.
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Renewable Energy Solutions – We support solar energy adoption in villages and schools, reducing dependency on fossil fuels and ensuring sustainable access to electricity.
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Awareness & Education – Environmental awareness workshops, Nukkad Nataks (street plays), and youth engagement programs help instill responsibility towards nature at the grassroots level.
By working together with volunteers, partners, and local communities, Sewa International is committed to building a cleaner, greener, and sustainable Bharat.
Impact at a Glance
Stories of Change
"Our village was illuminated with solar lights provided by Sewa International. They brighten our homes, our streets, and now our children can study at night."
How You Can Help
Together, we can restore balance to nature and safeguard our planet:
Environment ongoing projects and campaigns
New Solar Project Commissioned- School at Thuamul, Kalahandi(Orissa)
Kalahandi’s tribal district, home to Kutia Kandha and others, faces extreme poverty, poor health, and lack of education. Siksha Vikash Samiti launched Vanabasi Seva Prakalpa in Thuamul for development.
Krishna Devi Vanvashi Balika Awasiya Vidyalaya, Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh
A residential school for tribal girls in Majhgawan, MP, supported by DRI, overcame severe power issues through Sewa International’s solar initiative, ensuring uninterrupted education with a 2kWp solar system.
Research Institute of World’s Ancient Traditions Cultures and Heritage (RIWATCH)
RIWATCH, a community-based NGO in Arunachal Pradesh, promotes sustainable development through education and research. Facing unreliable power from Assam, it struggled with outages during rains and costly diesel alternatives.
