Afforestation

Urban Afforestation- A Holistic Approach to Ecological Sustainability

Introducing our latest projects

Urban forests are a type of green space that is created by the growth of vegetation in urban areas. These forests are grown with the added benefit of creating space for people to live and work. In doing so, they help to protect our environment from environmental stressors. In an age of increasing urbanization, it would be smart to strengthen our urban forest by creating more parks and open spaces where people can enjoy a little nature without the heaving crowds of other days. We have been working on our latest urbanization project for a few months now. The aim of the project is to explore how and where we can drive growth in developed cities while maintaining urbanite quality of life. Let’s see where we are at this point: We have come up with some ideas that might help keep our urbanites happy and productive. Let’s see what they are:

  • Project 1 – SAIDAPET, CHENNAI

This is our latest project on afforestation. This design is a combination of Ayurveda and ecological aspects. It offers a holistic approach to fulfill the needs of the environment. By creating urban forests we can  improve the quality of our lives. They reduce air pollution, lower noise levels, increase property values, and improve mental health. By taking care of them, we can ensure that they continue to be a valuable resource for future generations.

YGC India Saidapet Forest Work Volunteered By Annai Vellankanni College Students

  • Project 2 -MEDAVAKKAM, CHENNAI
Project Background

Geography

Medavakkam region is a southern suburb of Chennai in Tambaram taluk of Chengalpattu district. The study site is situated closer to the Nanmangalam Reserve Forest, a protected woodland area, with scrub and bird life. The highest forecasted weather is tropical, and the heat index fluctuates between 27°C-34°C with an average annual precipitation of about 1400mm. The exertion of temperature and rainfall of a region majorly influences biological activity and creates a balance in the environment. The changes in rainfall patterns and availability of water-holding structures determine the impact of the local temperature and climate change of the region.

PROJECT SITE

The study region was identified due to one of our ongoing projects at the Government School of Vellakal. The area around the lake has been deteriorating due to residential activities and oblivious nature of mankind. The following steps can be implemented to avoid further damage to an ecologically sensitive region:

  1. To clean and remove the non-indigenous species from the entire region and lake using machinery.
  2. To strengthen the bund and create a nature trail (walking path) around the lake amidst the bustling city.
  3. Developing a dense man-made forest that will act as a carbon sink has great potential in fulfilling environmental necessities that empower the local community, and schools and restore native flora and fauna of the region.