Our Impact
Visible scale, community participation and climate linked outcomes
Our Work
Six sectors and biochar, run as one system across climate, ecology and livelihoods
Each intervention is designed as part of an interconnected system where agriculture, biodiversity, renewable energy, watershed management, circular economy, technology and rural enterprises work together.
Guardians of the Green
100 million native trees by 2030 — a pan-India tree plantation and ecological restoration mission under SLRD–YesEarth, built on community stewardship, scientific rigour and a transparent digital backbone.
Agriculture & Horticulture
Regenerative farming, soil health, horticulture value chains and climate adaptive agriculture.
Agro Forestry & Forestation
Bamboo, native trees, aromatic plantation, nurseries and degraded land restoration.
Environment & Biodiversity
Ecosystem restoration, invasive species management, catchment treatment and conservation linked livelihoods.
Fisheries & Aquaculture
Pond and beel productivity, seed, feed, cold chain, quality records and market connect.
Waste Recycling
Waste to value, plastic recycling, cloth bags and composting.
Rural Enterprises
Producer institutions, value addition, renewable energy infrastructure, market linkage and skills.
Biochar & Carbon
Biochar from residues, carbon removal projects, digital MRV and soil carbon.
Who We Are
A 360° sustainable development institution
For over 23 years, SLRD has worked at the intersection of sustainable development and climate change — blending grassroots delivery, farmer institution strengthening, natural resource management and green enterprise into scalable, measurable models across India.
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Community centred climate action across regions
Discover climate action, sustainable livelihoods, agroforestry, aromatic herbs cultivation, renewable energy, biodiversity conservation and community development initiatives across India.
Action Updates
Latest from the field
2 Sep 2026
From the Ground Up: SLRD Deepens Community Engagement in Udalguri
Udalguri, Assam: Sustainable change starts with people—and in Udalguri, the conversation is already taking root. Throughout May and June 2026, the School… Read more →
2 Sep 2026
From Local Resources to Local Opportunities: SLRD and Jirjar FPC Partner for a Circular Agriculture Future
Donkamokam, West Karbi Anglong What happens when local resources, farmer-led action, and the right technology come together? At Jirjar, West Karbi Anglong,… Read more →
SLRD In News
Featured media coverage
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Highland Post Delegation reviews progress of climate-resilient livelihoods project in Ri-Bhoi
Shillong, Jul 3: The School of Livelihood & Rural Development (SLRD) hosted a project review visit under the “Integrated Value Chain Enhancement for Environmental Sustainability (IVCEES)” initiative in Ri-Bhoi, implemented in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). See all 2 media items →
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Press Trust of India Global Association of MSMEs, Meghalaya Rural Bank sign MoU
Global Association of MSMEs, Meghalaya Rural Bank sign MoU
SHILLONG: (Jun 17) The Global Association of MSMEs (GAMSME) and the Meghalaya Rural Bank on Wednesday signed an MoU to help self-help groups, artisans and agricultural processors become bankable enterprises, officials said. See all 15 media items →
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Partner with SLRD for CSR programs, Government projects, FPO strengthening, climate resilience initiatives, carbon systems, Green Campus programs and community based sustainability models.
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