We’re proud to announce the release of our Annual Report 2023-2024. Covering everything from the 5 main areas of our work and developments therein, our funders, partners and collaborators, our financials, and messages from our trustee-founder and director, our report comprehensively takes you through our activities over the past year. These initiatives have allowed us to address critical water and climate challenges, improve livelihoods, and promote sustainable practices in urban and rural areas.
You can view the report at Annual Reports – Biome Environmental Trust (biometrust.org)
Here are some of the key ideas and impact areas from this past year:
Here are some of the key projects from the past year:
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Protecting Life and Livelihoods through Integrated Rural Water Management
Our team, supported Arohana Samsthe, Kolar to lead the desilting of lakes and feeder channels across various lakes, improving water storage and groundwater recharge. By distributing nutrient-rich silt to local farmers, the initiative enhanced soil fertility while economically empowering local women through their active involvement in the desilting process. -
Reimagining the Role of the Shallow Aquifer in Towns and Cities
We have continued our efforts in rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge by rejuvenating open wells, implementing filter borewells, and digging new recharge wells to reduce reliance on external water sources. Supported under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, the Shallow Aquifer Management (SAM) project builds on over a decade of groundwork to integrate shallow aquifers into urban water management. This initiative aims to balance water demand with sustainability and enhance resilience to droughts and floods in urban areas. -
Redefining Wastewater Use as a Climate Mitigation Strategy
Biome advanced wastewater reuse for drinking water in Devanahalli and Hunsamaranahalli, showcasing sustainable water management. In collaboration with research institutions, the project also focused on water quality and public health, advocating the WHO’s Sanitation Safety Plan. -
Fostering Water Literacy through School Partnerships
Biome implemented RWH systems in government schools across Tumakuru, Yelahanka Taluk, and Peenya, harvesting thousands of KL of rainwater. These efforts, supported by various CSRs, have enhanced water availability for students and fostered sustainability through water literacy programs.