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Preparing For 2024 Summer Project
Water ConservationCompleted 6 Months

Preparing For 2024 Summer Project

Bandipur & Nagarhole Buffer Forests
LocationKarnataka, India
Duration6 Months (2024)
Focus AreaWater Conservation
Project StatusCompleted
Support Mission
Executive Summary

"Constructing concrete water troughs and solar-pumped water holes inside deciduous forest margins to support dehydrated wildlife during extreme droughts."

Summer droughts dry up natural forest streams, causing severe dehydration among wild birds and large mammals. This pushes animals like elephants and leopards into surrounding villages in search of water, resulting in human-wildlife conflicts. PFWCI builds solar-replenished water holes deep in forest zones.

The Conservation Challenge

Rising global temperatures trigger prolonged dry spells in South India. When forest pools dry out, herds of wild elephants, gaur, and predators migrate toward rural farmlands. This results in heavy crop loss and dangerous encounters for both humans and wildlife.

Environmental Risk Factors

Habitat loss, structural soil degradation, and seasonal resource depletion present immediate threats to surrounding ecological stability.

Environmental challenge environment

Our Mitigation & Solution

Mitigation work in progress

PFWCI constructed and maintained solar-pumped concrete water holes in strategic dry corridors. Working closely with forest rangers, we ensure these pools are consistently filled with clean water, providing a reliable water source inside the forest boundary.

Core Interventions Delivered

  • Direct community mobilization & skill workshops
  • Procurement & delivery of certified native resources
  • Continuous progress inspection & data-driven audits

Campaign Impact Metrics

15
Water Stations
120 sq km
Forest Coverage
8
Solar Pumps
0
Dehydration Cases
Execution Roadmap

Timeline & Project Milestones

1
Phase 1Completed

Dry Zone Mapping

Mapped key animal transit corridors that lack permanent water bodies.

2
Phase 2Completed

Construction

Cast reinforced concrete water pools designed for elephants and deer.

3
Phase 3Completed

Solar Pump Installation

Installed solar-powered water bores to continuously top off the pools.

4
Phase 4Completed

Summer Monitoring

Completed daily checks through the peak heatwave months.

Field Documentation

Project Photographic Gallery

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PFWCI operates directly on the frontlines to protect wildlife and restore natural reserves. Your contribution equips field rangers, builds critical water stations, and funds community afforestation campaigns.

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