While the GBA aims to improve traffic flow, experts and activists are raising concerns. The proposed 12-metre road passes directly through the lake bund and vital green space. Read the article by Chetan B.C., published in The Hindu, featuring Priyanka Jamwal, a senior fellow at ATREE, using the link. thehindu.com/news/cities/ban…

Join us for a special screening of Little Planet: A Tale of Frogs, a fascinating natural history film exploring the world of frogs in the Western Ghats of southern India. The film showcases rare natural history moments and fascinating frog behaviours, raising awareness about these remarkable creatures and the importance of their conservation. Recipient of 19 awards and recognitions, including recognition at the 72nd National Film Awards. Directed by: Suhas Premkumar Produced by: Raj Gore and Suhas Premkumar The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the director and team. Date: 28 October 2026 Time: 4:00 PM Venue: ATREE Auditorium Watch the trailer: youtube.com/watch?v=BRpXwud0… We look forward to seeing you at the screening!

We are pleased to invite you to the open PhD thesis defence of Lakshmikantha N R, PhD Scholar at ATREE. His title is "Assessing the impacts of plot and stream level interventions in watersheds on water availability at multiple scales" Date: 26 October 2026 (Monday) Time: 11:00 am Venue: ATREE Auditorium

Co-authored by Anushka Gurung and Sonam Yangchen Bhutia, the article highlights Sikkim’s rich indigenous knowledge and explores how traditional seed preservation practices sustain agricultural biodiversity, safeguard cultural heritage, and strengthen resilient local food systems. Read the article through the link - downtoearth.org.in/agricultu…

Are you passionate about grassland conservation, pastoral livelihoods, and landscape restoration? ATREE’s Grasslands Initiative (TGI) is looking for Research Associates to join our team in Rajasthan, Bengaluru, and Maharashtra! As a Research Associate, you will contribute to TGI’s research and knowledge generation at the intersection of ecology, livelihoods, and policy. Learn more and apply here: atree.org/careers/

How can Bengaluru’s nonprofits build organisations that last? Join us for a Master Class in Nonprofit Leadership and Fundraising with Alex Counts, who has spent 30+ years in philanthropy, microfinance and social entrepreneurship. Alex is: Founder & Executive Director, India Philanthropy Alliance Former CEO, American India Foundation Founder and former CEO, Grameen Foundation USA Raised $300M+ for social impact work Author of Small Loans, Big Dreams, When in Doubt, Ask for More and Changing the World Without Losing Your Mind He’ll share practical ideas on fundraising, leadership and organisational resilience, aimed at nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs and anyone building a mission-driven organisation. 📅 2 November 2026 🕞 3:30 PM 📍 ATREE, PO, Royal Enclave, Srirampura, Jakkur, Bengaluru 560064 Registration link : docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

The AMP-Himalaya project at ATREE aims to conserve biodiversity, restore landscapes and foster human well-being in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Three key areas prioritized to achieve the goal in the IHR are: 1) Assessment, Monitoring, and Conservation of Biodiversity; 2) Restoration of Multi-functional Landscapes; and 3) Nature-based Rural Livelihoods and Climate Change Resilience. Interested applicants can apply through the link - atree.org/ihr-fellowship-202…

Science is a way of thinking. Observation and thought are fundamental components of the spirit of inquiry. Technology and tools have certainly lowered the entry bar for beginners. Read the full article by Seshadri K. S., a fellow at ATREE. deccanherald.com/opinion/the…

The Development Officer will be a part of the small and highly agile Development Office of ATREE and will support its fundraising, donor management and development operations. The role requires 2-3 years of prior fundraising experience in a non-profit organization, preferably related to environment conservation. The role involves identifying and tracking funding opportunities, supporting proposal development, developing clear and engaging donor communications, maintaining Donor CRM and supporting donor management. Interested individuals can apply using the link- atree.org/career/officer-do/

The Grasslands Initiative (TGI) at ATREE is building a national platform for research, restoration and policy on India’s grasslands, savannas and other Open Natural Ecosystems (ONEs). The Scientist will provide scientific input to TGI’s research and landscape programmes, develop its evidence agenda, and strengthen the scientific basis for conservation, restoration and sustainable management of grassland socio-ecological systems. Interested individuals can apply using the link - atree.org/career/scientist-g…

A committee set up by the Urban Affairs Department has been tasked with addressing urban saturation in hill towns so that new, geologically stable sites can be developed for expansion. The panel will also assess the economic and environmental impacts of tourism, which serves as a major driver for the local economy but imposes heavy demands on municipal resources. Read the full article featuring Eklabya Sharma, Director, THI & Distinguished Fellow at ATREE, who has been appointed chairperson of the expert committee. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/…

Change brings both good and difficult times. This thought runs through the reflections of people in remote Ladakh, as they draw on traditional knowledge and ways of life to make sense of and reconcile with their present realities in "Stories from the Mountains". Directed by Akash Basumatari, the film is jointly produced by ATREE, Achi Association India and Eliezer Joldan Memorial College, Leh. The region is one of the three landscapes under The Himalaya Initiative, where ATREE is working in close partnership with RIST to conserve biodiversity and foster human well-being. video link: youtu.be/wkFkV_2puTs

As cities like Bengaluru grapple with the interconnected challenges of climate variability, rapid urbanization, and recurring public health crises, it is overdue to advocate for a paradigm shift from reactive disease control toward systemic solutions that promote environmental, human and urban health. This approach does not merely treat the symptoms of urbanization’s impact on public health but seeks to address its interconnectedness, bridging knowledge gaps and fostering resilience through ecological restoration and hydrological balance. Read the full paper "An eco-epidemiological framework for reducing the abundance of mosquito vectors in urban water bodies: A case study of Jakkur Lake in Bengaluru, India" by Elaine Donderer, Manisha Sinha, Priyanka Jamwal, Shannon B. Olsson, and Abbey Olsen here: zenodo.org/records/19679492

ATREE is seeking a Landscape Lead for The Grasslands Initiative (TGI). The initiative aims to support landscape-scale restoration and management across priority grassland regions of India, while ensuring that ecological outcomes, local livelihoods and the rights of local communities are secured. atree.org/career/landscape-l…

We are pleased to share that Eklabya Sharma, Director, THI, and Distinguished Fellow at ATREE, has been appointed Chairperson of an expert committee tasked with scientifically and systematically assessing the vulnerabilities facing the Himalayan region of West Bengal. The committee will recommend concrete mitigation measures and disaster preparedness protocols based on its findings. It will also identify new, geologically stable areas for expansion of Darjeeling, Kurseong, Kalimpong and Mirik, to reduce pressure on the older, more vulnerable parts of these towns. We extend our best wishes to Dr Sharma and the committee as they undertake this important responsibility.

A Tentative List entry is not World Heritage status and obliges no one to protect anything new. The gap matters most where heritage meets biodiversity, infrastructure, security and Indigenous rights. Read the full article by Deepanjana Saha, a PhD student at ATREE. downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-…

Edible flowers have been an important part of Indian cuisine. In the eastern Himalayas, across Sikkim and Darjeeling, a variety of edible flowers and inflorescences are used in traditional cooking. Read the article featuring Kesang Bhutia, PhD scholar at ATREE, through the link: goya.in/blog/a-bouquet-of-fl…

We are happy to share that Sunita Pradhan, Wildlife Ecologist at ATREE, has been appointed South Asia Co-chair of the IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group. The appointment recognises her sustained commitment to pangolin conservation and her work to protect one of the world’s most highly trafficked mammals. We wish her every success in this new role.

A series of training and pilot-testing programmes was recently conducted for a site-specific, AI-enabled WhatsApp chatbot GaonSahayog designed to support farmers and local communities across the Sikkim–Darjeeling region. Srijana Sharma, Smrithi Gnaneshwar and Seena N. Karimbumkara from ATREE conducted the training programmes, in which more than 50 community members participated. sikkimexpress.com/news-detai…