Ecological
Economics and Environmental Impact Analysis
Objectives
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Assessment of environmental impacts
of development projects (ongoing/proposed) in the Himalayan Region and
to suggest mitigative measures.
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Documentation of changes in the natural
environment and information on their underlying causes.
Current Activities
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Carrying capacity assessment of Kullu-Manali
complex.
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Ambient air quality monitoring in Kullu
valley.
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Empirical study on development of tribal
communities from eco-cultural perspectives.
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Impact of economic condition and education
on the fertility behaviour of women of central Himalaya.
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Vegetable cultivation in Khairna valley
and its impact on the environment.
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Performance evaluation of bio-engineering
treatments for mitigating landslide hazards.
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Geo-environmental assessment of landslide
hazards.
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People, gender and indigenous knowledge
in the use and conservation of resources.
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EIA of desiltation operation at Bhimtal
lake.