Conserving the fragile natural resource base of the Himalayan hills while strengthening livelihoods, resilience and community stewardship.
SPD has undertaken several initiatives in natural resource management aimed at conserving the fragile natural resource base of the hills while improving the livelihoods and resilience of mountain communities.
Recognizing the close relationship between rural livelihoods and natural resources, SPD has promoted integrated and community-led approaches to the sustainable management of land, water, forests and biodiversity.
The overall approach is rooted in balancing the needs of people with the carrying capacity of the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.
SPD's NRM interventions combine conservation, sustainable resource use and livelihood development to strengthen mountain communities and ecosystems.
Promoting integrated watershed approaches to improve the management and health of mountain landscapes.
Supporting measures that conserve soil and water, reduce land degradation and strengthen ecological resilience.
Promoting spring and water-source rejuvenation to enhance water availability for mountain communities.
Encouraging sustainable land-use practices and restoration of degraded and rainfed lands.
Improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity through appropriate resource management practices.
Supporting improved and sustainable management of common natural resources within communities.
By combining traditional knowledge with appropriate technologies and participatory planning, SPD has encouraged communities to become active custodians of their natural resources.
This community-centric approach recognizes that sustainable natural resource management is closely connected to local knowledge, community participation and the livelihoods of rural households.
SPD promotes convergence among natural resource management, agriculture, livestock and livelihood development so that conservation efforts generate tangible economic benefits for rural households.
Sustainable management of land, water, forests and biodiversity.
Connecting resource conservation with improved agricultural productivity.
Linking natural resource management with livestock-based rural livelihoods.
Creating tangible economic benefits while reducing pressure on natural resources.
SPD's natural resource management efforts have helped strengthen local livelihoods, reduce vulnerability to climate variability and improve the ecological health of mountain landscapes.
Particular emphasis has been placed on restoring degraded and rainfed lands, enhancing water availability and improving soil fertility and agricultural productivity.
Through integrated planning and sustainable use of natural resources, SPD seeks to support resilient mountain communities while protecting the ecosystems on which they depend.
Improving the ecological health of mountain landscapes.
Enhancing water availability through sustainable resource management.
Encouraging communities to become custodians of natural resources.
Balancing community needs with the carrying capacity of Himalayan ecosystems.
Working together for resilient mountain communities and a healthy Himalayan environment.