Sectors

Insights, best practices and the latest research on what works and what needs to change across sectors including agriculture, education, climate change, livelihoods, and public health.

A man repairs a circuit board._E-waste management

Can neighbourhood repair shops help in reducing e-waste?
In India, computer and mobile repair shops have long extended device lifespans, yet they remain overlooked in e-waste management plans.

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Unlocking the potential of women-led MSMEs
Women-led MSMEs drive India's economic growth, yet face systemic barriers. Here's how an ecosystem-based approach can help address these challenges.
A group of people at a health camp in a village. - Disability inclusion

Gram panchayats win by working on health and disability
The identity of local governance bodies grows when they engage in initiatives to bridge the last-mile gap for health and disability rights.
swarathma band performing on stage-renewable energy

Turning up the volume, turning down emissions
In 2024, Indian band Swarathma ditched diesel gensets and powered their tour with solar energy. Here’s why that could be a game-changer for live events.
by Jishnu Dasgupta | 8 min read
Woman using waste materials for outdoor cooking fire_waste management

Photo essay: The myths of rural waste management
Waste is predominantly perceived as an urban problem. The data gap on rural waste management obfuscates the scale of this challenge.
by Aarti Sachdeva | 3 min read
Community meeting in rural Indian setting_forest rights

Destruction to development: How Adivasi groups organised for land and fishing rights
The construction of Dimbhe Dam had upended the lives of Pune’s Adivasi communities. Here's how they transformed dispossession into development.
by Budhaji Damse | 7 min read

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