Sustainable Living

We take care of our land and grow our own food using regenerative farming techniques, like hydroponics, organic farming, mulching, crop rotation, vermicomposting and bio-enzymes. From the youngest to the oldest, everyone pitches in to make it happen!

We strive to be zero-waste by being conscious consumers, segregating and upcycling our waste, and recycling our plastic to reduce our carbon footprint. We are a plastic waste collection and recycling center for our district as well as a knowledge hub for waste management practices.

We integrate natural construction, renewable energy, and rainwater harvesting into our climate-controlled cob houses. Our approach focuses on blending traditional indigenous knowledge with modern techniques, prioritizing cultural relevance and ecological responsibility, while being responsive to our seismically-sensitive location.

We aim to become self-reliant and energy independent by harnessing our solar potential. These efforts have resulted in 60% solar backup for key buildings on campus. 

We are mindful in our use of water, and practice rainwater harvesting as well as black and gray water recycling through the DEWATS approach.

We collect local seeds to build a robust seed bank of native crops and to preserve indigenous seeds for the food security of our future generations.

We grow fruit-bearing trees like walnuts, peaches, and apricots as well as indigenous varietals of pine and medicinal herbs native to the Himalayan region, along with apiculture practices to collect and sell organic, wild, high-altitude honey.