Programme at a Glance
₹
46,900
Budget Used
◎
900
Tree's Planted
~14 mt/yr
Carbon Offset
Executive Summary
The Plantation Programme, implemented by The Dream Welfare Society, focused on strengthening environmental sustainability, carbon offset, enhancing green cover, and improving community well-being Rajasthan. The programme planted saplings and directly engaged beneficiaries, while indirectly benefiting people. The initiative delivered measurable environmental gains, fostered community ownership of green assets, and demonstrated exceptional impact.
Key Findings
- Plantation programmes generate high environmental impact at low cost
- Community participation significantly improves plant survival
- Environmental benefits extend far beyond direct participants
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Plantation Programme - 2023 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Budget | ₹ 46,900 |
| Tree's Planted | 900 |
| Carbon Offset | ~14 mt/yr |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- High summer temperatures affecting sapling survival
- Irregular water availability in some locations
- Need for continuous protection from grazing and damage
- Limited resources for long-term maintenance
- Community involvement improves sapling survival rates
Learnings
- Small budgets can generate large environmental benefits
- Regular monitoring is essential for sustainable impact
- Awareness programmes increase long-term care of trees
- Local tree species perform better than exotic varieties
Methodology
- Field verification of plantation sites
- Community interaction with beneficiaries and volunteers
- Observation-based assessment of sapling health and soil conditions
- Seasonal weather variations affected growth in some locations
- Long-term environmental impact requires continuous monitoring
Impact Analysis
- Improved air quality and carbon absorption
- Reduced dust pollution and soil erosion
- Improved groundwater recharge and moisture retention
- Creation of micro-habitats for birds and insects
- Reduction in surface temperatures
- Increased environmental awareness and responsibility
- Strengthened community bonding and participation
- Positive psychological and health benefits
- Use of climate-appropriate local tree species
- Community ownership of planted trees
- Minimal recurring maintenance costs
- Environmental benefits that increase over time
- Expansion across schools, villages, roadsides, and urban areas
- Integration with water conservation and climate initiatives
- Replication as a large-scale CSR model
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