Case studies
Case Studies of Alternatives (2014 – 16)

These case studies are in pdf file format.

Food and Water
Karnataka embarks on millet revolution, UAS shows the way

Processing at the University is comparatively cheap, and since there are no middlemen, farmers of Hyderabad-Karnataka save a lot.

Environment and Ecology
Mesar Van Kautik, a unique Himalayan forest festival

Traditional Festival to celebrate the nature-culture links and to bring attention to the need to reverse ecological degradation

Energy
India’s sustainable energy superheroes shine at the Ashden Awards

The Ashden Awards are a globally recognised measure of excellence in the field of sustainable energy and winners receive tailored support

Food and Water
Unique farmer-consumer initiative to cultivate millets to be launched on June 16

The initiative is about enlightened consumers getting into an understanding with ecological farmers to cultivate millets of their choice.

Environment and Ecology
Peeling away traditional Rajasthani cooking

On using peels, seeds, pits and even watermelon rinds to make dishes ranging from subzi (cooked vegetable) to fried snacks.

Society, Culture and Peace
A league of extraordinary women

“The cases we resolve act as moral support to other victims of violence. "

Food and Water
Seed swap, a growing trend among green thumbs

"The seed saving technique for each variety differs - during the meet-ups, we share the concepts with newcomers”

Energy
Kerala gets first solar-powered school in Alappuzha

The grama sabha made the initial investment. The school (975 students) needs 1.5KW- 2KW daily. They have become self-sufficient in power