Programme at a Glance
₹
1,00,000
Budget Used
20,770
Total Reach
◎
670
Direct Beneficiaries
20,100
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 30
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Plantation Programme 2021 was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society as a community-driven climate action initiative in environmentally fragile regions. With a total budget of ₹1,00,000, the programme successfully planted 2,000 saplings across community areas, roadsides, and public spaces. The initiative directly engaged 670 individuals and indirectly benefited 20,100 people through improved air quality, reduced heat stress, enhanced green cover, and better local ecology—reaching a total of 20,770 people at a highly cost-effective ₹4.81 per person.
Key Findings
- Plantation is among the most cost-effective climate interventions
- Community ownership significantly improves sapling survival
- Indirect beneficiaries form the largest impact group
- Environmental and social benefits are strongly interconnected
- Even limited budgets can create large-scale ecological impact
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Plantation Programme - 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,00,000 |
| Direct Impact | 670 |
| Indirect Impact | 20,100 |
| Total Reach | 20,770 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Water scarcity during summer months
- Protection of young saplings from grazing and damage
- Requirement for regular monitoring and care
Learnings
- Community ownership is critical for long-term sustainability
- Awareness activities improve sapling care and protection
- School and youth participation increases long-term impact
Methodology
- Review of plantation records, financial data, and sapling lists
- Field verification of plantation sites
- Observation of sapling survival, growth, and site conditions
- Community interaction with beneficiaries and local residents
- Compilation and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
Impact Analysis
- Increased local green cover
- Reduced dust and air pollution
- Improved micro-climate and lower heat stress
- Carbon absorption and oxygen generation
- Improved soil stability and moisture retention
- Support for birds and small wildlife
Conclusion
The Plantation Programme 2021 stands as a strong example of how focused, community-led environmental action can generate large-scale impact with limited resources. By planting 2,000 trees and reaching 20,770 people at just ₹4.81 per person, the programme significantly improved environmental quality, strengthened climate resilience, and fostered lasting community ownership—making it a scalable and sustainable model for climate action.
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