3H Summer School: Unity & Diversity - Building for Cultural EncountersMartin Scherfler
Auroville Green Practices (AGP) 3H Summer School program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in sustainable living and cultural diversity as a platform for learning and personal growth for students from around the world. The 3H Summer School program serves as an experimental and cross-disciplinary design laboratory connecting core human values, design theory, ideation and on-site building application around the selected lead theme Unity & Diversity; Building for Cultural Encounters. The aim is to train a new generation of environmental and socially responsible leaders that are capable of connecting hands (capacity), head (system thinking) and heart (personal strength) while working on system change for a more socially and environmentally just future.
Applying design thinking to reimagine our First Year Experience - EFYE 2017 B...clairemcdonnell5
Presentation given at European First Year Experience conference. This session presented the lessons learned as well as the outcomes of evaluations undertaken for 20 prototype projects to enhance the First Year Experience that were implemented in three higher education institutions in Dublin in 2015-6 (Dublin Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology Tallaght and Institute of Technology Blanchardstown). Recommendations that we can now make at an institutional level regarding which initiatives could and should be implemented more widely and the next steps required are also discussed as are findings that we feel can be extended more widely to other higher education institutions.
Camp Auroville; Ecological Stewardship & Human Well-BeingMartin Scherfler
Camp Auroville is 9-day emersion program 16-19 year olds using Auroville and its outstanding experience in sustainable living as a platform for learning and personal growth. The program is a learning in action program connecting core human values, ecological thinking and hands-on-work. The aim of this program is to empower youth to embody principles of ecological stewardship for the promotion human and environmental wellbeing.
Embedding SoTL, Diversity and Inclusivity at the Course, Program and Institut...CatherineOMahony7
Embedding SoTL in an institution does not happen overnight. Neither does the alignment of SoTL with principles of diversity and inclusivity happen by chance. This panel discussion will share the story of how faculty and staff at University College Cork (UCC) Ireland have worked together to embed SoTL and embrace principles of diversity and inclusion as a SoTL lever. We have been working with SoTL principles for over twenty years and have developed a number of long-term initiatives that have brought about transformational change at course, program, disciplinary and institutional levels, while embracing principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Three panelists address the following questions in an Irish university context:
(i) How can we use professional development (CPD) to spearhead pedagogical, disciplinary and institutional transformation?
(ii) How can we embed diversity and inclusion at the level of the curriculum in sustainable and effective ways to maximize staff and student learning? LL
(iii) How can we ensure that there is sustained commitment at the institutional level towards supporting and embedding inclusive principles across the university and beyond?
(iv) How does a SoTL perspective pervade and inform these questions? At the pedagogical and curriculum levels, for example, we have embraced principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to inform and advance diverse and inclusive practice.
This is achieved in a number of ways:
(i) through the rolling out a suite of online accredited programmes for faculty in the field of teaching and learning in higher education;
(ii) through the option to take a digital badge in UDL;
(iii) through a generic series of virtual and face to face CPD sessions for faculty and staff. All of these initiatives are run by the Centre for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) which is dynamically related to the Colleges and Faculties of the university, through its champions and teaching fellows. We have also pursued alignment at the institutional level through ensuring that teaching and learning remains a central tenet of the Strategic Plan of the university. CIRTL is also part of a wider ambit that includes collaboration with other centres, such as Digital Education, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Inclusive UCC. Each panelist will address one of the questions above, while all will address the SoTL imperative.
3H Summer School: Unity & Diversity - Building for Cultural EncountersMartin Scherfler
Auroville Green Practices (AGP) 3H Summer School program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in sustainable living and cultural diversity as a platform for learning and personal growth for students from around the world. The 3H Summer School program serves as an experimental and cross-disciplinary design laboratory connecting core human values, design theory, ideation and on-site building application around the selected lead theme Unity & Diversity; Building for Cultural Encounters. The aim is to train a new generation of environmental and socially responsible leaders that are capable of connecting hands (capacity), head (system thinking) and heart (personal strength) while working on system change for a more socially and environmentally just future.
Applying design thinking to reimagine our First Year Experience - EFYE 2017 B...clairemcdonnell5
Presentation given at European First Year Experience conference. This session presented the lessons learned as well as the outcomes of evaluations undertaken for 20 prototype projects to enhance the First Year Experience that were implemented in three higher education institutions in Dublin in 2015-6 (Dublin Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology Tallaght and Institute of Technology Blanchardstown). Recommendations that we can now make at an institutional level regarding which initiatives could and should be implemented more widely and the next steps required are also discussed as are findings that we feel can be extended more widely to other higher education institutions.
Camp Auroville; Ecological Stewardship & Human Well-BeingMartin Scherfler
Camp Auroville is 9-day emersion program 16-19 year olds using Auroville and its outstanding experience in sustainable living as a platform for learning and personal growth. The program is a learning in action program connecting core human values, ecological thinking and hands-on-work. The aim of this program is to empower youth to embody principles of ecological stewardship for the promotion human and environmental wellbeing.
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Embedding SoTL in an institution does not happen overnight. Neither does the alignment of SoTL with principles of diversity and inclusivity happen by chance. This panel discussion will share the story of how faculty and staff at University College Cork (UCC) Ireland have worked together to embed SoTL and embrace principles of diversity and inclusion as a SoTL lever. We have been working with SoTL principles for over twenty years and have developed a number of long-term initiatives that have brought about transformational change at course, program, disciplinary and institutional levels, while embracing principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Three panelists address the following questions in an Irish university context:
(i) How can we use professional development (CPD) to spearhead pedagogical, disciplinary and institutional transformation?
(ii) How can we embed diversity and inclusion at the level of the curriculum in sustainable and effective ways to maximize staff and student learning? LL
(iii) How can we ensure that there is sustained commitment at the institutional level towards supporting and embedding inclusive principles across the university and beyond?
(iv) How does a SoTL perspective pervade and inform these questions? At the pedagogical and curriculum levels, for example, we have embraced principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to inform and advance diverse and inclusive practice.
This is achieved in a number of ways:
(i) through the rolling out a suite of online accredited programmes for faculty in the field of teaching and learning in higher education;
(ii) through the option to take a digital badge in UDL;
(iii) through a generic series of virtual and face to face CPD sessions for faculty and staff. All of these initiatives are run by the Centre for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) which is dynamically related to the Colleges and Faculties of the university, through its champions and teaching fellows. We have also pursued alignment at the institutional level through ensuring that teaching and learning remains a central tenet of the Strategic Plan of the university. CIRTL is also part of a wider ambit that includes collaboration with other centres, such as Digital Education, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Inclusive UCC. Each panelist will address one of the questions above, while all will address the SoTL imperative.
Elliot Felix was the keynote speaker at the 2019 SCUP Southern Symposium where he spoke about transforming the student experience in and out the classroom and online.
Building Adaptive Expertise: Exploring Ways to Integrate Learning and Enhance...Seelio
A joint presentation from the AAEEBL 2014 Annual Conference with the University of Michigan's School of Social Work on using portfolios as a tool for integrative learning and professional development.
The 3H Summer School program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in human unity & sustainable living as a platform for the learning and personal growth of students from around the world. The program is based on the 3H approach that nurtures hands (skills), head (competencies) and heart (inner capacities) of all participants. The 3H Summer School 2014 served as an experimental educational laboratory, connecting theory and application with core human values such as justice, compassion and dignity around the lead theme of regenerative design, closed loop systems and responsible consumption.
Twenty-two students and young professionals participated in this three-week program held from 21st July to 10th August 2014 at Auroville International Township in Tamil Nadu, India. Participants came from various Indian and foreign colleges and each one brought his or her specific strengths and skills into the workshop, contributing to a great and transformational learning experience, which we hope they will always carry in good memories with them.
The 3H Summer School program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in human unity & sustainable living as a platform for the learning and personal growth of students from around the world. The program is based on the 3H approach that nurtures hands (skills), head (competencies) and heart (inner capacities) of all participants. The 3H Summer School 2014 served as an experimental educational laboratory, connecting theory and application with core human values such as justice, compassion and dignity around the lead theme of regenerative design, closed loop systems and responsible consumption’. Twenty-two students and young professionals participated in this three-week program held from 21st July to 10th August 2014 at Auroville International Township in Tamil Nadu, India.
Participants came from various Indian and foreign colleges and each one brought his or her specific strengths and skills into the workshop, contributing to a great and transformational learning experience, which we hope they will always carry in good memories with them.
An introduction to the work of the Centre for Innovation in Higher Education (CIHE) and how it supports pedagogic research at Anglia Ruskin University and beyond
Sustainable Engineering - Practical Studies for Building a Sustainable Society QuEST Forum
Sustainable Engineering - Practical Studies for Building a Sustainable Society presented by Dr. Narito Shibaike - Tokyo University of Technology. How to create a new way of engineering that harmonizes with benefiting humanity, socioeconomic, development and environmental conservation.
Aalto Global Impact organized together with the New Global an event called Co-creating Business Ecosystems in Emerging Markets on 17th of June. The event was hosted by Fortum.
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Case Study on the work of the School of Creative and Cultural Business (Robert Gordon University) embedding the Scottish Student Innovative Student Awards Programme (offered by the Scottish Institute of Enterprise) across its different courses.
India's pursuit of climate targets, including net-zero emissions by 2070, hinges on integrating renewable energy. The power sector's heavy reliance on fossil fuels necessitates a significant shift towards renewables. With a rising demand for electricity, effective demand-side management strategies are vital to ensure grid stability. Time-of-use (ToU) tariffs, recognized globally, play a crucial role in this strategy, offering a more accurate reflection of electricity costs compared to flat rates.
This report focuses on evaluating the impact of various ToU tariff designs on grid management parameters for Tamil Nadu in 2024. The objective is to assess how static ToU tariffs prompt consumers to shift or reduce electricity usage, facilitating greater renewable energy integration. The study considers 27 ToU tariff designs, assuming 17% wind energy and 11% solar energy. Notably, findings are specific to Tamil Nadu's energy demand pattern, peaking in early afternoon hours in April.
Results emphasize the importance of defining peak and off-peak time slots optimally to reduce peak loads and curtailment of renewables. Shifting peak hours from 6:00h-10:00h and 18:00h-22:00h to 5:00h-7:00h and 17:00h-23:00h improves key parameters, including a reduction in peak load instances on the gross and net load. Introducing a tariff rebate during solar energy generation hours (solar sponge) from 10:00h to 16:00h effectively reduces peak load magnitudes and encourages load distribution throughout the day, enhancing grid stability. Adjusting peak hour tariffs and shifting peak hours has a noticeable impact on load distribution and peak load occurrences.
The study indicates that a 25% increase in peak-hour tariffs outperforms a more aggressive 40% increase, which may create new peak load instances. Simulated off-peak rebates of 5% and 10% during late night and early morning hours have negligible effects.
Overall, these findings underscore the potential benefits of implementing ToU tariffs for all consumer categories, including reduced peak loads, load range occurrences, and ramping requirements. Careful consideration of peak hour tariffs and adjustments to peak hours can further optimise load distribution and maximise the efficiency of the power grid. To meet its RPO and its climate change objectives Tamil Nadu will have to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy generation. In order to manage the variable nature of wind and solar energy generation and of demand the grid management will require a higher degree of demand and generation flexibility services.
Auroville Consulting (AVC) published its annual sustainability report for the financial year 2022-23.
This year we intensified this practice along with the digital footprint through network usage and website hosting, understanding the impact of our recently installed HVAC system, and emissions avoided through providing e-bikes to all our team members. We have achieved a net zero emission balance for FY 2022-23. This was made possible through planned interventions and implementation of good practices to reduce gross emissions, followed by investment in long term effective carbon positive projects. Some key highlights:
● 92% of this year’s gross emissions were offset by planting trees and the remaining 8% was offset by excess solar generation, making AVC a carbon net-zero organisation.
● 100% of electricity demand was supplied by renewable energy through rooftop solar.
● 25.58 kWh of electricity was consumed per square meter of office space, which is 75% lower than the benchmark of Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) for an office building in a warm and humid climate (Benchmark: 101 kWh/sq. m/yr).
● From March 2022 onwards, the organisation has been providing electric two-wheelers to all its full-time team members for their daily commute to and from office and for their own personal use, along with a charging facility supplied by an additional installed capacity of rooftop solar. This initiative resulted in :
o An emission reduction of 2,584 kg CO2e for their daily commute to and from office, which is an 88% decrease in comparison to the previous year, and
o An emission reduction of 6,309 kgCO2e, which was achieved by converting the personal commute of our team members to e-vehicles and charging them through renewable energy. This is a value higher than the total gross emissions of the organisation..
● 98% of the operational expenditure was made in local areas, with 91% inside Auroville; and the remaining 2% in Pondicherry and Tamil Nadu – preventing unnecessary emissions and stimulating the local economy.
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Rajapalayam is the taluk headquarters of Rajapalayam Taluk, and an important town in the district of Virudhunagar within the State of Tamil Nadu. Rajapalayam LPA, which includes Rajapalayam town, 15 surrounding revenue villages and 2 reserved forests, has a total population of 2.16 lakh, as per the 2011 Census. In 2023, a master plan was formulated for Rajapalayam LPA, the master plan has a planning period till 2041. The master plan was meant to foster sustainable urban development, responsible land-use and resource efficiency and is expected to propel the town on a pathway towards decarbonization and inclusive growth. Rajapalayam is the first town in Tamil Nadu that has aspired to announce a GHG emission reduction target, it aims at achieving net zero emissions by the year 2041.
It is in this context that an emissions inventory for the town has been developed. The purpose of this GHG emissions inventory is to report on the sources and magnitude of GHG emissions. While this inventory provides us a broad understanding of today’s emissions, consecutive reports on a yearly or bi-yearly basis can help improve the quality of the data and understand the progress of the activities undertaken by the LPA to reduce their impact on the surrounding environment.
ELECTRICITY SUBSIDY AND A JUST ENERGY TRANSITION IN TAMIL NADUAurovilleConsulting
To address climate change, to promote adaptation and resilience, to eliminate energy poverty, and to ensure a just energy transition, countries and states will have to mobilise substantial financial resources. A recent study estimated that India will need to invest a 900 billion USD over the next 30 years to ensure a ‘just energy transition’ (Bushan 2023). While developed countries have pledged to provide climate finance to developing countries, these pledges have not been fulfilled, or are very slow to arrive, or are insufficient. Developing countries will need to find additional and alternative resources to accelerate the decarbonization of its economies and to invest into climate adaptation. The United Nations (2022) has outlined a few interventions that can help in accelerating a just energy transition. These include:
to make renewable energy technologies a public good,
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In 2009, G20 members committed to phasing out and rationalizing fossil fuel subsidies in the medium term (Reuters 2009). But as of 2022, fossil fuel subsidies have not been phased out, neither have they been reduced; instead, fossil fuel subsidies exceeded USD 1 trillion globally for the first time. This is largely due to governments’ increased subsidies to cushion consumers from rising energy prices (IISD 2023).
Energy subsidies are found in virtually every country. Justifications for their use range from social welfare protection, job creation, encouragement of renewable energy sources, promotion of economic development, to energy security. However, it may be worth examining some of the current energy subsidy schemes asking if and to what extent these subsidy schemes are contributing to a just energy transition and to what extent these subsidies align with the proposed three interventions by the UN.
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This report focuses on evaluating the network and societal impacts of introducing distributed solar energy in the Karungalpalayam HT Feeder under the Erode substation. This analysis provides valuable insights into the distribution of active power and voltage, allowing operators to optimize network performance. The report utilized the Solva tool. Solva is a web-based tool with the aim to assist grid operators in assessing the network and societal value of distributed energy resources (VODER). Solva assesses both network benefits and societal benefits. Network benefits encompass the avoided costs associated with energy, distribution capacity, transmission capacity, and generation capacity. Simultaneously, societal benefits factor in the avoided costs of CO2 emissions, SO2 emissions, NO2 emissions, and PM2.5 emissions.
For the selected feeder a 4.50 MW solar energy system interconnected at the tail end of the feeder results in a VODER benefit of INR 12.84 per kWh. These benefit is subdivided into network benefitss and societal benefit. The societal benefits achieved from the integration contribute to 8.84 INR/kWh or 69% of the total benefit. Network benefits are found to be at 4.00 INR/kWh or 31%. With the integration of distributed solar energy, the distribution line losses show a reduction, particularly if interconnected at the middle end or tail end of the HT feeder. When the solar energy system is interconnected at the tail end or at the middle end of Karungalpalayam HT Feeder, a deferral of feeder upgradation is found.In particular to Karungalpalayam HT feeder, interconnecting the distributed solar energy system close to the point of consumption offers the highest benefits.
In 2022 a GHG emission baseline for Auroville was established. The inventory highlighted the overall emissions from the community. This report now intends to assess the sequestration capabilities of Auroville land under tree cover for a five-year period from February 2017 to February 2022. The tree cover in Auroville is a prime contributor to the community’s long-term vision of sustainable development. The overall tree cover includes the residential zones, industrial zones, parks, public spaces and the designated green belt area of Auroville developed and maintained by the Forest Group of Auroville.
The cumulative carbon stock for Auroville’s land under tree cover of 920 hectares for the time period from February 2017 to February 2022 was estimated at 34,778 tCO2e. This equals an average carbon stock addition of 6,956 tCO2e per year. The average carbon stock per hectare of forest land in Tamil Nadu was estimated at 87.26 tCO2e/year. The average carbon stock per hectare over five years for the Auroville forest was found to be 99.96 tCO2e/year which is 14.55% above the average.
As per the Auroville Greenhouse Gas Accounting Report, Auroville produced 8,298.54 tCO2e in FY 2018- 2019, this excludes emissions from agriculture, forestry and other land use (AFLOU) and industrial production and product use (IPPU). Auroville’s green cover sequestered 84% of its total emission or 6,956 tCO2e per year. The surplus CO2e emitted for FY 2018-19 therefore is 1,343 tCO2e or 16%. To offset this carbon an additional 19.82 hectare of land would need to be converted from moderately dense forest to very dense forest. This could also be achieved by installing a 1.19 MW solar energy capacity or by transitioning all units to low or zero emission transport solutions.
Consistent studies either on a yearly or bi-yearly basis can help improve accuracy of emissions tracking and sequestration numbers of the community and help set targets. This would lead to additional financing opportunities and access to voluntary mechanisms such as carbon financing to support existing forestry activities.
During the last COP events (COP 26 and COP 27) India stepped up its climate ambitions and announced a goal of reaching net-zero by the year 2070. More specifically its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) includes to achieve about 50 percent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030.
In December 2022 Tamil Nadu launched its own Climate Change Mission. Its goals include the development of strategies to cut emissions by using green and renewable energy. This complements an earlier announcement by the State Government, that it aims to add an additional 20 GW of solar energy by the year 2030.
More recently, in March 2023, the Tamil Nadu Governments announced that it will target that 50% of all energy will be sourced from renewable energy sources. If the state where to meet this target it would firmly establish itself as a climate leader on the national and international stage. Further, Tamil Nadu aspires to be a leading export state and as there is increasing international supply chain pressures for industries to reduce their carbon emissions accelerating the transition towards a renewable energy can help its industries to stay competitive in a decarbonizing world. An accelerated energy transition will also promote Tamil Nadu as an attractive location for industries.
In FY 2021-22 the total energy generated was 1,17,553 million units (MU). Renewable energy, this is solar, wind, bioenergy, and hydro, accounted for a 22% of the total energy generation in FY 2021-22. Coal power with a share of 70% is the single largest energy sources. This total energy generation can be subdivided into two parts, (i) energy procured by TANGEDCO and (ii) energy under Open Access. TANGEDCO accounted for 83% or 97,297 MU of energy in FY 2021-22. Whereas the remaining 17% of 20,266 MU are on account of Open Access.
Interestingly TANGEDO procured only 16% of its energy from renewables. Whereas 52% of all energy under Open Access is RE. 51% of all energy procured by TANGEDCO came from either TANGEDCO owned or Centra owned coal power plants. The actual share of coal power may be higher as there is 24% of energy that was sourced under the category ‘Short term and others’ and this may primarily be coal power.
To meet the 2030 RE target an additional 60,637 MU of RE will need to be generated in 2030. This represents approximately an addition of 28 GW of wind energy capacity or a 32 GW of solar energy capacity and means that in the next six years starting with FY 2023-24 approximately 4.80– 5.50 GW of renewable energy capacity needs to go on-grid. The average annual RE capacity addition in Tamil Nadu from 2018 to 2023 was 1.21 GW.
Meeting the 50% RE target will require a concerted effort by all major power sector institutions and players including the distribution licensee, the Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Energy Department, Independent Power producers and the consumers/prosumers.
In the face of the global climate crisis there is an increasing commitment to decarbonise the global economy. This is highlighted by a shift towards renewable energy sources, the energy transition. Energy transition is the process of reducing reliance on fossil fuel across the economy and moving toward greater use of cleaner energy sources such as renewables.
Globally, countries, including those in the European Union, are introducing legislative measures to accelerate the decarbonisation of its economies. In January 2021, the European Union (EU) introduced a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). CBAM is part of the EU’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve climate neutrality by 2050. It will put restrictions at the borders on goods produced with carbon and Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG)
While the carbon price will be levied from 2026 onwards, the reporting of emissions on imported goods has stated in January 2023. CBAM is initially focusing on some key sectors only, but is expected to expand over time. Sectors for which CBAM applies include:
Iron and steel, Cement, Chemicals, Aluminium, Paper, Glass, Fertilizers, Pulp and paper, Textiles,Ceramics,Basic metals
Other countries or regions that consider introducing similar mechanisms include: Canada, United Kingdom, United States, Japan and South Korea.
The EU is a key export market for India, it is India’s third largest trading partner. India’s exports to the EU were worth EUR 46.20 billion in 2021. Compliance of Indian companies with the EU CBAM will require monitoring, calculating and disclosure of the GHG emissions embedded in the products covered under CBAM.
Tamil Nadu has the second largest state economy in India. The Tamil Nadu Government has set a goal of becoming a USD 1 trillion economy by 2030. The state has a diversified manufacturing sector and features among the leaders in several industries like automobiles and auto components, engineering, pharmaceuticals, garments, textiles, leather, chemicals, plastics, etc.
The role of Micro, Small and Medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the economic and social development of the country is well established. Tamil Nadu has the third-largest number of MSMEs in the country with a share of 8% or about five million enterprises (MSME Department 2022). MSMEs form an important and growing segment of the state’s industrial sector, contributing 12.09% to the GSDP. However, the growth of the state’s MSME sector has been severely impacted by Covid and has been stagnant.
As Tamil Nadu aspires to be a leading export state in India at a time when more countries are proposing Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) decarbonisation will become an imperative for export-oriented industries to stay completive. For the exported goods from Tamil Nadu to be compliant with regulations it is important to decarbonise the production. The decarbonization will also be paramount for the MSME sector.
LAND SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR DISTRIBUTED SOLAR ENERGY, VILLUPURAM DISTRICTAurovilleConsulting
Land is a finite resource with competing and conflicting use. Unplanned and unscientific use of land can exacerbate climate change, and disasters like drought or floods. Judicious use of land resources is key in meeting the state’s social, economic, and environmental development goals. A comprehensive land suitability assessment can guide responsible and sustainable development practices and land-use policies.
As per its intended Nationally Determined Contribution under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, India is targeting 50% of its cumulative power generation capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030. Tamil Nadu has announced that it aims at adding an additional 20 GW of solar energy capacity by the year 2030. This capacity addition is envisioned to be primarily achieved by distributed solar energy generation.
One of the key challenges in developing solar energy project is the identification of suitable lands and land acquisition. The complex land acquisition process can lead to project delays or even cancelation of proposed projects. Unused or fallow lands can be of particular interest for solar energy development. This method avoids the uptake of land under productive agricultural use. Local authorities can proactively facilitate solar energy development in the district by identifying unused lands and by undertaking a solar suitability assessment of these lands. This geospatial information if provided to solar developers and electricity distribution companies has the potential to spur local economic development and to create green jobs.
The objective of this report is to identify unused lands in Villupuram district and to evaluate to what extent these unused lands can be utilized to meet the state’s solar energy capacity addition target of 20 GW by the year 2030. Deploying 20 GW of ground mounted solar energy will require approximately 80,000 acres of land, this represents 0.25% of Tamil Nadu’s total geographical area (TGA).
Villupuram, district has a total geographical area of 3,907 km2 of which 1,092 km2 or 28% has been classified as unused or fallow lands. The district’s solar energy target has been set as a proportional share of the state’s solar energy capacity addition target of 20 GW by 2030. The district’s target is to add 0.62 GW of solar energy by 2030. This requires a land area of 2,465 acres. The land suitability analysis revealed that 92,149 acres of unused land have a technical potential for ground mounted solar energy development. These lands are distributed over 3,084 plots. The suitable lands identified can accommodate up to 23.04 GW of solar capacity, this would help achieving a whooping 3,738% of (or 37 times) the district’s solar capacity addition target.
THE SOLAR ENERGY-LAND NEXUS SUSTAINABLE LAND USE STRATEGY FOR SOLAR ENERGY IN...AurovilleConsulting
Energy generation can have intensive or extensive land use requirements, causing habitat and biodiversity loss in sensitive and diverse ecosystems globally or competing with other land use such as agriculture.
As a direct consequence of the Paris Climate Agreement, which requires global decarbonization, renewable energy sources will continue to expand, in particular solar and wind. The increasing land use for renewable energy generation systems and related infrastructure will become more relevant in the future. The extent to which the overall land use balance will be more favourable than for non-renewable sources depends on the mix of renewables, their siting and centralized or decentralized mode of deployment (UNEP, 2016). Innovative deployment of renewables can reduce land use pressures, as well as avoid landscape disturbances caused by fossil fuels and nuclear energy (Lovins, 2011).
While the use of fossil fuels is limited by the size of the resource (including future cost and the carbon dioxide (CO2 ) budget), renewable energy and in particular solar energy, is mostly restricted by land use allocation and by the availability or solar irradiation or adequate windspeeds.
Land or sea occupancy is one of the most visible impacts for any energy development. The relatively large land requirement for solar energy highlights the importance of good mitigation practices to help facilitate the transition into a renewable energy future. Fortunately, the abundance of solar energy means that, unlike other energy sources, there is often flexibility in project siting, allowing the integration of solar energy systems with buildings and infrastructure assets or the co-location of solar energy systems with agricultural practices or the use of wastelands.
Tamil Nadu has set a target of adding a 20 GW of solar energy by 2030. If this target is to be primarily met by ground-mounted solar plants a 405 km2 land area will be required. Considering the projected annual electrical energy demand of 4,89,395 MU by 2050 (Auroville Consulting 2022) the need to decarbonize the state’s power sector and the fact that solar is among the most cost -efficient energy sources today, the potential land-impact of solar is substantial. Meeting 50% of the projected electricity demand for 2050 would require 133 GW of solar capacity, and 2,691 km2 of land resources, which equals the total geographical area of Chengalpattu District or 2.07% of the state’s geographical area.
There are competing and often conflicting demands for land for economic, ecological, and social needs in the development sector. It will be critical to limit the conversion of agricultural lands for solar energy development.
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LAND SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR FORESTATION, MAYILADUTHURAI DISTRICT, TAMIL NADUAurovilleConsulting
Land is a finite resource with competing and conflicting use. Unplanned and unscientific use of land can exacerbate climate change, and disasters like drought or floods. Judicious use of land resources is key in meeting the state’s social, economic and environmental development goals. A comprehensive land suitability assessment can guide responsible and sustainable development practices and land-use policies.
As per its intended Nationally Determined Contribution under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, India is targeting the creation of an additional carbon sink of 2.5 to 4 billion tonnes of CO2 by 2030 – through additional forest and tree cover of 25-30 million hectares. In this context, the State Government of Tamil Nadu has set a target to increase its percentage of tree cover from 23% to 33% by the year 2030.
A forestation land suitability assessment for the Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India was carried out using a geospatial digital tool LiLa (LifeLands). LiLa uses satellite imagery, AI & GIS mapping to create critical data-based insights and visualization that supports decision-making by providing detailed information. This includes geo-spatial and socio-economic data-layers to address the core aspects of sustainable land-use management. It identifies and evaluates unused lands for its potential in terms of solar energy, forestation and water management.
The objective of this report is to identify unused lands in Mayiladuthurai district and evaluate its potential for forestation initiatives that can contribute meeting the state’s tree-cover target of 33% by the year 2030.
Identified unused lands were evaluated based on multiple-criteria methodology including parameters pertaining to terrain suitability, existing road, rail and electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure, elevation, water potential and potential to create forest corridors. The lands are also further assessed based on their potential for competing climate action, such as areas that are suitable for water harvesting and solar energy generation.
The land use mapping indicates that 8% of the district’s geographical area is under tree cover. Agriculture land use is by far the most dominating land use category accounting for 63%. Identified unused lands account for an area of 118 km2 or 10% of the total geographical area. Out of the total identified unused lands 56% or 16,237 acres have been found to be suitable for forestation. If all the unused lands suitable for forestation were put under tree cover Mayiladuthurai district would increase its share of lands under tree cover from 8% to 13.5% creating a carbon stock of 0.55 million tonnes of carbon.
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Tamil Nadu’s electricity demand is expected to increase year on year, and so are the sector’s absolute carbon dioxide emissions. Considering India’s commitments under the United Nations Framework Climate Change Convention, and the recent announcement of targeting net zero carbon by 2070, Tamil Nadu will require a long-term strategy to reduce its emissions. This may start with establishing sector-specific emission inventories, followed by sector-specific emission target setting.
The power sector is deemed to be one of the sectors easiest to decarbonise. One of the first steps for putting in place a decarbonisation strategy is target setting. This report assumes a net-zero carbon target for the Tamil Nadu power sector by 2050. It applies the Sectoral Decarbonisation Approach (SDA) of the Science Based Target (SBT) model to simulate decarbonisation pathways that are in line with the goals of the Paris agreement – limiting global warming well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels (ETP B2DS) and pursuing efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C (SBT 1.5°C) respectively.
In this paper, we undertake the following steps:
1) Projecting the electricity generation for the upcoming years along with the corresponding emissions.
2) Setting targets for the emissions based on the Science Based Targets (SBT).
3) Comparing various scenario planning models for decarbonising the electricity sector of Tamil Nadu.
LAND SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR DISTRIBUTED SOLAR ENERGY MAYILADUTHURAI DISTR...AurovilleConsulting
A land assessment for the Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India was carried out using a geospatial digital tool LiLa (LifeLands) developed in-house. LiLa uses satellite imagery, AI & GIS Mapping to create critical data-based insights and visualization that supports decision-making by providing detailed information. This includes geo-spatial and socio-economic data-layers to address the core aspects of sustainable land-use management. It identifies and evaluates unused lands for its potential in terms of solar energy, reforestation and water management.
The objective of this report is to identify unused lands for this district and evaluate to what extent these unused lands can be utilized to meet the state’s solar energy target of 20 GW by the year 2030. The lands were evaluated based on multiple levels of criteria that accounted for plot size, and their distance from evacuation infrastructure, roads, railways and waterbodies. The lands are also further assessed based on their potential for climate action, such as areas that are suitable for forestation and water harvesting.
The assessment indicated that a target of 0.29 GW of solar installation is achievable with lands that meet the technical criteria. Lands ranked medium can achieve a cumulative capacity of 0.46 GW with a total area of 1,860 acres. Lands ranked high with a total area 698 acres can achieve a capacity of 0.17 GW.
The prevalence of offshore wind is growing globally. According to the Global Wind Energy Council, the total installed capacity worldwide climbed to 57.2 GW at the end of 2021. Offshore wind technology has key advantages such as eliminating the need for large areas of land and harnessing energy from better wind conditions than onshore. Currently, India does not have any installed capacity. However, there has been a recent build-up in momentum. Tamil Nadu has been identified as one of the highest potential states for harnessing offshore wind energy in India. But the State faces technical, social, and financial barriers for phasing-in this new technology. In this regard, the Tamil Nadu Government can play a key role in unlocking this significant source of energy by (i) providing the overall infrastructure required, (ii) engaging with local stakeholders, and (iii) facilitating the clearance process for offshore wind projects, among others.
BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO DIESEL GENERATORS – A COM...AurovilleConsulting
Power demand across the country is growing, and meeting peak demand is becoming more challenging. In Tamil Nadu, frequent power outages are observed, especially during summer months. To reduce economic impacts of unreliable power supply, commercial and industrial (C&I) entities, undertake investments in power backup systems. The most commonly used systems are diesel generator sets (DG sets) and battery energy storage systems (BESS), also known as an uninterrupted power supply (UPS).
DG sets have been a convenient power backup option due to an established market, their reliability, affordability, and modularity. But they have a high environmental footprint, cause noise pollution and negatively impact human health. On the other hand, BESSs could operate on zero emissions, if charged from renewable energy sources, and with minimal noise pollution. And with no exhaust emissions, they are particularly helpful in urban areas.
The cost of batteries, especially those of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs, have been observing a dramatic drop – of 89% over the years 2010-2020. And, apart from performing their primary function as a power backup, BESSs can also provide grid services such as load shifting, load following, peak load management, voltage, and frequency support and facilitate higher levels of renewable energy integration. Thus, BESSs contest DG sets economically and technically as an alternative type of back-up system.
This report compares the economic and environmental performance of a Li-ion-based BESS with a conventional DG set, as power backup solutions. The analysis indicated that the levelized cost of battery storage (LCOS) is dictated by the battery pack costs in the market, while the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of the DG is sensitive to diesel prices. The cost analysis was carried over a range of hours of back-up required, and the results favour the Li-ion BESS as a back-up option, in terms of economic and environmental performance, especially when charged at solar tariff solar tariff.
We hope that this report will assist C&I entities in Tamil Nadu to make the most economic and environmentally sound investment in their power backup systems.
BRIEFING NOTE: ELECTRIFICATION OF TOP-PERFORMING INDUSTRIES IN TAMIL NADUAurovilleConsulting
Tamil Nadu is one of the most industrialised states in India and accounted for 9.47% of India’s GDP in FY 2020-21. Tamil Nadu aspires to be a leading export state in India at a time when more countries are proposing Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). CBAM includes the introduction of a carbon price on certain products imported into the European Union (EU). This will put restrictions at the borders of the EU on goods produced with carbon and Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). As per an assessment of the World Bank, many countries are considering setting a carbon price in the years to come. Tamil Nadu could be exporting its finished goods to a few of those countries in the future. For the exported goods from Tamil Nadu to be regulation-proof, it is important to decarbonise the production. The first step towards decarbonisation is the electrification of the processes in the industries. This briefing note explores the potential for the electrification of some of the processes in the top-performing (in terms of contribution to the State’s GDP) industrial sectors of Tamil Nadu.
The second phase of the Auroville Smart Mini Grid is also complete. Driven and conceived by Auroville Consulting it compromises 108 kW of distributed rooftop solar energy systems. The solar PV systems reduces Auroville’s electricity consumption from the TANGEDCO grid by an average of 1,57,680 kWh per year and reduces it’s dependency on TANGEDCO. This is another step forward towards self reliance and sustainability. The project includes an energy storage system with a capacity of 10 kWh, 20 smart energy meters with a remote reading facility and additions to the Auroville internal electricity distribution system. Further we were able to upgrade our internal HT and LT distribution infrastructure and started piloting an active demand response program for domestic air conditioners and for municipal water pumps. The project was lead by Auroville Consulting. Other Auroville units include Auroville Electrical Service, Sunlit Future & Aurinoco.
Inspired by the method of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, this report attempts to consolidate data on the performance of Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Company (TANGEDCO). The aim of this work is to initiate and develop holistic benchmarks. These key performance indicators would help TANGEDCO to track its own performance. Apart from the KPIs, this report also highlights the importance of sharing data in a public domain for the civil society to access.
LEVELISED COST OF BTM STORAGE IN INDIA 2021 – A STATUS REPORTAurovilleConsulting
This status report aims to present a snapshot of the current cost of energy storage in India for behind-the-meter (BtM) applications, and project them over the next 10 years to analyse when energy storage will start seeing significant adoption. Based on a detailed cost model for solar PV and energy storage with 50+ parameters & data on battery energy storage systems (BESS) gathered from several vendors in India, we evaluate the levelized cost of solar plus energy storage and standalone energy storage.
Even though as of today, BtM energy storage is not feasible in a lot of cases, we find that this will change fast this decade. By 2025, it will be possible for non-residential consumers to integrate large amounts of battery storage to generate and consume their own energy, enabling a distributed energy future. Along with it, the utilities face an inevitable transition from their traditional roles to distribution system operators.
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Situated in Pondicherry, India, Kuddle Life Foundation is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the living standards of coastal communities and simultaneously placing a strong emphasis on the protection of marine ecosystems.
One of the key areas we work in is Artificial Reefs. This presentation captures our journey so far and our learnings. We hope you get as excited about marine conservation and artificial reefs as we are.
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Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the average weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It encompasses both global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, have accelerated its pace and intensity
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Altered Terrain: Colonial Encroachment and Environmental Changes in Cachar, A...PriyankaKilaniya
The beginning of colonial policy in the area was signaled by the British annexation of the Cachar district in southern Assam in 1832. The region became an alluring investment opportunity for Europeans after British rule over Cachar, especially after the accidental discovery of wild tea in 1855. Within this historical context, this study explores three major stages that characterize the evolution of nature. First, it examines the distribution and growth of tea plantations, examining their size and rate of expansion. The second aspect of the study examines the consequences of land concessions, which led to the initial loss of native forests. Finally, the study investigates the increased strain on forests caused by migrant workers' demands. It also highlights the crucial role that the Forest Department plays in protecting these natural habitats from the invasion of tea planters. This study aims to analyze the intricate relationship between colonialism and the altered landscape of Cachar, Assam, by means of a thorough investigation, shedding light on the environmental, economic, and societal aspects of this historical transformation.
Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
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Characterization and the Kinetics of drying at the drying oven and with micro...Open Access Research Paper
The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT GREEN WASHING IS!.pdfJulietMogola
Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
Auroville Green Practices impact assessment report
1. Impact Assessment Report
Long-term effect of Auroville Green Practices Summer School (2014-2015)
on participants’professional and personal lives
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3. Table of Contents
Auroville 2
Auroville Green Practices (AGP) 2
AGP Summer School 2
Overview of AGP Summer School Programs 2014 and 2015 3
3H Summer School 2014: From Cradle to Cradle – Building for Responsible Consumption 3
3H Summer School 2015: Unity and Diversity – Building for Cultural Encounters 3
Objectives of impact assessment 3
Methodology 3
Raw data 4
Analysis 5
Quantitative analysis 5
Representative sample and statistical significance of answers 5
Qualitative Analysis of Feedback from Participants 6
1. Hands-on experience during the summer school acted as a catalyst for inspiration, approach, profession
al development and study/career- choice 7
2. Gaining of a wider perspective about sustainability and the impact of personal choices 7
3. Self-development, self-realisation and teamwork 8
Conclusion and discussion 9
Appendix 10
E-mail sample sent to respondents 10
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Auroville Green Practices (AGP)
Auroville Green Practices (AGP) is an experiential learning program and educational platform developed
by Auroville Consulting in 2010, designed for the exchange of knowledge, resources and education in
‘green practices’. Located in Auroville, AGP has been developed in an exemplary setting. It aims to further
research, and promulgate and nurture the relationship between healthy people, sustainable habitats and
a green planet.
Through first-hand and hands-on experiences, students acquire skills and knowledge outside of the
traditional academic classroom setting. By bringing together students, practitioners, professionals and
researchersinacommonphysicalspacetolearn,shareandbuildhabitatsthataresustainable–ecologically,
sociallyandeconomically,thisteachingmethodensureslastingimpressions.Throughmeetingandtraining
with young scholars such as engineers and constructors, AGP plants significant seeds of change and paves
the way for new greener practices of designing, planning and working sustainably for the next generations
to come. Against the backdrop of Auroville’s Charter, the vision of AGP is to create a knowledge-based
enterprise of excellence, and facilitate an exchange between Auroville and the outside world around
unending education, bridging the past and the future, as well as spiritual and material research. AGP aims
to bring together various stakeholders to envision future townships that offer a habitat that is ecologically,
socially and economically nurturing.
Through its active work ensuring that efforts are continuously enriched with the newest knowledge and
research as well as documented and shared through a two-way flow of exchange with a global audience,
AGP provides excellent educational opportunities in sustainability sciences. AGP offers education and
training on topics of responsible energy management, waste management, water management, organic
farming and food production, climate responsive and green architecture, responsible fashion and the
cotton value chain, ecological restoration and landscaping, social and ecological business practices, and
greenhouse gas accounting for organizations and cities. Around these topics, AGP offers both training
modules in the form of workshops (upto 6 days duration) and summer schools (upto 3 weeks duration).
Auroville
Auroville is a growing international township near Puducherry on the Coromandel Coast of India. Spread
over more than 4000 acres for an intended population of 50,000 residents, it is an inspiring model for
sustainable practices and ecologically responsible living. Founded in 1968, Auroville is based on the vision
of The Mother and Sri Aurobindo and is endorsed by UNESCO and Government of India as an ongoing
experiment in human unity. The Auroville Foundation was established in 1988 by an Act of Parliament of
the Government of India. Over the years, Auroville has won international acclaim for its efforts in social and
environmentalsustainability.ThecurrentpopulationofAurovilleisover2200residentsfromapproximately
48 nations.
AGP Summer School
The AGP summer school program is an initiative using Auroville and its outstanding experience in human
unity and sustainable living as a platform for the learning and personal growth of students from around
the world. The program is based on a 3H approach that nurtures Hands (skills), Head (competences) and
Heart (inner capacities) of all participants.
The summer schools are held on an annual basis with a three week duration. Students learn in an
experiential and cross-disciplinary educational environment to connect theory and hands-on application
with core human values such as justice, dignity and unity.
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Overview of AGP Summer School
Programs 2014 and 2015
3H Summer School 2014: From Cradle to Cradle
– Building for Responsible Consumption
Theparticipantsdesignedandbuiltabambookiosk
for the Auroville Visitors’ Centre which served as a
small exhibition stand within an existing outdoor
expo on sustainable products that Auroville has
to offer. After building with bamboo and learning
about the practical implications, the participants
designed a movable cart for fruits and vegetables.
The design exercise helped the participants play
with design.
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3H Summer School 2015: Unity and Diversity –
Building for Cultural Encounters
To accelerate the manifestation of the African
House, temporary structures that can host events
and accommodate visiting students were included
in the masterplan. The summer school program
supported the African Pavilion group in the design
and building of temporary structures such as
community hall for events, kitchen, a compost dry
toilet, an open to sky bathroom and three student
cottages.
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Objectives of impact assessment
This report provides an overview of the AGP
summer school programs held between 2014
and 2015, capturing the 5-year journey of its
participants, post-summer school. It assesses the
long-term impacts that participation has had on
program attendees through qualitative research in
which participants are interviewed or respond in
written format to open-ended questions.
The main objective of the assessment is to
investigate and document the AGP trainings’
potential for creating positive and lasting change
in the lives of the participants; both in their career
and personal lives. This exercise serves as an
internal learning for Auroville Consulting, provides
input for future planning and implementation of
workshops, as well as serves as documentation and
a summarised overview of the regular workshops.
Furthermore, the latter will provide a documented
overview of past events to be used for external
collaborations and fundraising.
The results of this analysis indicate that the AGP
summer school is a high-impact program that has
significantly shaped the professional and personal
lives of participants.
Methodology
Material for this assessment was gathered in two
steps. First, a desk-based compilation of materials
and data of the workshops was carried out and
reviewed. This was used primarily to assess the
numbers of workshops carried out, the content
of the workshops, the number of participants
and provide some idea about the background
and profiles of the participants. Furthermore,
documents, publications and evaluations sheets
have been reviewed.
Secondly, a qualitative investigation was carried
out in which workshop participants from 2014
and 2015 were contacted and interviewed. The
interviews were semi-structured and guided by
certain priorities of inquiry, but otherwise allowing
open-ended reflections about what, if any,
difference or impact the workshops have created
in the participants’present work and personal lives.
The semi-open structure of questions allowed the
candidates to reflect on the“how”but also on“why”
AGP has had an impact, if any, on their lives.
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Figure 2 - Overview of participant profiles, place of residence, and current occupation.
Figure 1- Overview of participant number by year
Year No.of participants Workshop days Workshop theme
2014 22 21
From cradle to cradle; building for responsible
consumption
Unity and diversity; building for cultural
encounters
2015 9 21
Total 31 42
12 : Sydney
Master's in Urban Design
Studying same
14 : Vancouver
Masters in Urban Design
working as urban designer
10 : New York
Master's in strategic design and management
User experience designer
5 : Rome
Practising architecture and
working as an art teacher
1 : Singapore
Master's in Urban Design
Working as urban designer
8 : Singapore
Master's in sustainable design
Research associate
7 : Pune
Visual Designer
11 : Gurgaon
Master's in environmental Studies from US.
Working on Machine running/AI
9 : Vadodara
Master's in archaelogy
Practising Architecture
15 : Ahmedabad
Master's in Interior Design from CEPT
Studying same
6 : Chandigarh
Master's in Psychology
Practising architecture
4 : New Delhi
Practising architecture3 : New Delhi
Practising architecture and
event & art installation
2 : New Delhi
Master's in Design from UK
Practising architecture
13 : New Delhi
Copywriter in an Advertising agency
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Analysis
Quantitative analysis
Representative sample and statistical
significance of answers
Figure 1 highlights that over the course of 2014-
2015 there were a total of 42 workshop days
attended by a total of 31 participants. The interview
response rate of 48% renders the sample size highly
representative.
Figure 2 shows that of the 15 participants that were
interviewed, their current country of residence is
across 6 different countries, namely India, Australia,
US, Canada, Italy, and Singapore.This highlights the
international nature of the respondents.
The answers collected from participants indicate
statistical significance and high levels of
convergence, ranging from 71% to 96% agreement.
Figure 3 illustrates the results of a ranking system
that the participants were asked to provide on a set
of questions. From this it can be seen that the two
highest-scoring answers relate to the values that
the participants learned during the summer school
(column 2), as well as the impact it had on them in
the form of making efforts to live more sustainably
(column 4), followed closely by indicating that the
summer school benefitted the participants in their
I benefitted
professionally
from the
summer school
I continue to
use the values
I learnt in the
workshop
I tried or
implemented
the projects I
had planned to
undertake
I try to live
more
sustainably
I pursued my
career on the
basis of
sustainability
I recommend
this program
to my peers
10.0
8.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0psum
8.4 8.6
7.1
8.6
7.7
9.6
Figure 3 - Cumulative feedback from participants
professional lives (column 1).
The answer with a near-unanimous highest ranking
(14 out of 15 gave a 10 ranking) was the question
of whether participants recommend this program
to their peers. This is a significant indicator of the
success of the summer school in terms of its long-
term impact.
Interestingly,7outof15participantspursuedhigher
studies in the field of design and/or sustainability,
while 8 are currently professionally engaged in the
same field of design and/or sustainability.
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Hands-on experience during the summer
school acted as a catalyst for inspiration,
approach, professional development and
study/career- choice
Self-development,
self-realisation and teamwork
Gaining of a wider perspective about
sustainability and the impact of personal
choices
Qualitative Analysis of Feedback from Participants
Upon reconnecting with their summer school experiences, the participants assessed how the summer
school helped them in their careers and personal lives.
The responses and perceived impact of the AGP summer school that each participant attended can be
broadly categorised in three main themes:
1. Hands-on experience during the summer
school acted as a catalyst for inspiration,
approach, professional development and study/
career- choice
Eight out of fifteen respondents indicated that
their participation in the AGP summer school was
a significant factor in determining or strengthening
their resolve in their career choice or helping them
in their respective careers, or even in their approach
to their careers. One of the respondents says: “Ithink
it was the starting point for me to spark my curiosity
in finding my niche as an architect,” while another
explains: “The workshop has helped me explore new
areas in the professional arena.”
In terms of approach to architecture, a respondent
highlights: “The workshop opened me up to the idea
of cohesiveness and a multidisciplinary approach to
my work,” while another adds: “The AGP workshop
also taught me to broaden my horizons and to have
multiple approaches to solve certain problems.” And
lastly:
“It allowed me to think big in terms of the scale
of the project (...) and to have a cradle to cradle
approach and I apply that to all my work,
designs, illustrations or any other personal
projects possible.”
On the topic of approach to design a respondent
indicates: “The workshop helped me undertake a
holistic and sensitive approach towards my role as a
designer,” while another participant answers:
“(I learned that) one should play and experiment with
the aesthetics of the design once the functionality is
fulfilled. Since then, whatever design projects I lead
or I am a part of, after 6 years still I try to follow those
words and try to play with design.”
In terms of study choice, a respondent says: “The
experience in Auroville made me understand my
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inclination towards sustainability and I dedicated
myself to pursue my masters in the same field.”
One of the answers also highlights the relevance of
AGP’s summer school in terms of introducing the
concept of sustainability:
“The thing that stuck with me was the closed loop
system and sustainability. (...) The summer school
and Auroville was the first time I got introduced to
this concept, and it was a big part of my statement of
purpose when I applied for masters.”
These eight respondents’ answers indicate that
the AGP participants carry some of the lessons
from the summer school and apply them in their
professional life, 5 years later.
2. Gaining of a wider perspective about
sustainability and the impact of personal
choices
Ten of the fifteen respondents highlight that
the AGP summer school taught them to look
at sustainability and diversity in a holistic and
multidisciplinary approach, while exploring the
relevance of sustainability science, including
personal choices. For example, a respondent says:
“Auroville gave me a perspective on how to approach
a problem differently so that you don’t create the
problem in the first place.”
In terms of life-lessons, a respondent answers:
“I try to think in the same way in all my different jobs,
to find balance, respect and comprehension in a
holistic view, especially talking about those different
subjects I work in, as the different parts of a unique
culture that I teach/use.”
One of the respondents pinpointed to the lesson
that sustainable architecture goes beyond the
material used:
“I loved the way everything was connected, and
the idea that working in architecture with natural
materialisnotsomethingonlyabouttheconstruction
system at all, but it is only one small aspect of a bigger
view about everything.”
Another respondent makes the link between the
material used and its impact on the environment:
“I surely am more concerned about the
environment and learning all those things
made me realise the need to save our planet
and that workshop helped me know all the
alternative methods I can use which are more
sustainable and safer for everyone.”
Another participant highlights the link between
cultural diversity and sustainable architecture:
“The workshop helped me in understanding
the impact of sustainable architecture and the
importance of unity in cultural diversity. I have been
inculcating these important factors learned from the
workshop into my working/study experiences since.
(...) This workshop did change the way I used to think
about design and living combined.”
Capturingthethemeofgainingawiderperspective,
this respondent illustrates:
“It was the sustainability aspect, and Auroville being
an experimental township, and the concept always
fascinated me; and I was very glad I could experience
it. To me it was a shift in perspective, and had a strong
impact in a lot of other things in life (...) I realised how
wasteful we are, and very sustainable ways to tackle
it.”
And, lastly, encompassing all the elements of
value of the Auroville-based summer school, one
participant describes life in Auroville, even to the
extent of being overwhelming:
“The program and the city itself, Auroville, completely
changed my perspective towards sustainable living.
It gave a better understanding of being responsible
for how our little efforts can contribute towards a
better world. It gave me the real idea of how the city
can function. Living there for about a month, among
people from different backgrounds, cultures, and
nationalities in such a close-knit community was very
overwhelming.”
3. Self-development, self-realisation and
teamwork
The third theme identifiable from the wide range of
answers is the theme of self-development.
Eight of the fifteen participants directly indicated
that one of the high-impact aspects of the summer
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school was the learning they experienced in
the area of inner growth and self-development.
Ranging from participants experiencing new-
found confidence in their choices, vision, meaning,
insights, worldview shifts, realisations, answers,
and a better understanding of self, the long-term
impact of the summer school was strongly felt and
communicated. This is perfectly exemplified with
this participant’s answer, illustrating a particular
aspect: “(I learned about) Listening. When a person
is in conversation, to really listen to them (...) Not
just leadership but the core values like compassion,
integrity, listening.”
Highlighting that the summer school triggered a
new-found confidence:
“Attending the workshop gave me unrecognized
confidence to pursue this form of Architecture in my
near future. The workshop changed my perspective
towards life and life forms and I have been working
towards sustainability since then.”
Relating Auroville’s spiritual backbone of Human
Unity one of the participants explains the
impression it made:
“Actually the combination of the workshop
with staying in Auroville changed my vision
and perspective on life and work. Design,
construction and materiality with bamboo
was of course new for us. It was other things
also like other building visits, meeting people
from various parts of the world all living in
an area and everybody’s mind are aligned
to one conscious thought - Sustainable
Humane Living. It was good to see that so
many knowledge-full people from different
parts of the world have left their comfortable
and chaotic city life for a new, very much less
chaotic, and a slower paced life.”
Besides also identifying Human Unity as Auroville’s
linchpin, another respondent points to changes in
inner attitude:
“I really loved all the way the workshop pushed us
to think deeply about the meaning of every single
different activity we did but at the same time to focus
on what each of them meant for us, and on three
wordswehadtochoosetodefineourselves.Idefinitely
gained a new perspective on things. Quite often I
recall to my mind my three words, what I stand for.
AndItrytokeeptheminmylife,andtorememberthat
I chose them. (...) I also loved that we got in touch with
people from all over the world, who came there only
for an idea and decided to stay in order to participate.
I was really also surprised by the Matrimandir and the
spiritual activity: I’m not a religious person, but I felt
right to keep silence, meditate and respect the Others,
everywhere in Auroville.”
Pointing to the self-development tools learned
during the summer school, three respondents
underline learning about team-work and depicted
still remembering specific tools and exercises that
were provided to them:
“I have been using the building techniques and the
personal development exercises that I learnt in the
workshop, till date. (...) I think the thing that stayed
with me the longest was the self-discovery. I learnt
how to work with a team of strangers and create a
structure from nothing.”
“It was a great time to work as a team which I
never really did before and the best thing was
meeting new people. I still mention things I
learnt there to my family or friends whenever
such a topic arises.”
“I was looking forward to this interview because the
summer school impacted a lot in my life and in my
personal life (...) The workshop was a big exercise for
my brain. I learnt how to control my brain in a way
you think or work on your actions (...) Especially in
consciousness, how to be conscious, how to be like
Gandhiji’s talisman, like how your thoughts and
actions are going to impact someone who is in need.
Personally, I try to connect and be more conscious.
Whenever I try to do a presentation, or one of my
projects,Itrytobeconscious.IlearntthatinAuroville.”
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Conclusion and discussion
As can be seen by the answers of the respondents, the impact of the Auroville Green Practices summer
school is significant.The participants are able to illustrate with detailed examples and insightful anecdotes
exactly how and why the summer school program has greatly improved and impacted both their
professional lives as well as their personal lives.
Possibly the most identifiable aspect that has impacted participants’ lives is the immersion into Auroville
and its spiritual and research values, contact with Aurovilians, with other participants, as well as the method
by which the AGP summer school program is designed and taught. Combining personal interactions, team
work, self-improvement exercises, and high level of exposure to new people and places yields a high-
impact program that makes every encounter count towards a learning experience - be it a sharing of a
meal, a physical exercise class, a journaling exercise, or a hands-on construction project.
It remains to be seen in further analysis to what extent attendance in the AGP summer school has a direct
correlation with the students choosing to pursue sustainability sciences or to engage professionally in
sustainability. Indicators of the above could be developed and tested on further student batches.
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Appendix
E-mail sample sent to respondents
Dear XX
My name is Cecilie and I write to you from Auroville Consulting where I am currently looking at the long-
term impacts of our past workshops and summer schools.
I write to you and a selection of other individuals because I can see that you have participated in the AGP
summer school in 2013, five years ago. In the publication that was made after the workshop you have
written a statement about yourself and your learning, which I find very genuine and sympathetic.
If you agree, I would like to include this statement in my impact assessment and I would ask you to write a
similar statement (as of today!) of how the summer school has benefited you in your life and work during
the past five years. This would be an invaluable help for Auroville Consulting to gain an insight into what
positive, lasting change our workshops and summer schools are creating.
Please find below this email what you wrote in your statement from 2013.
I would be grateful if you would write something, which includes some or all of the following reflections:
Where do you currently live?
What is your occupation/study nowadays?
Have you used any of the things you learnt at the AGP summer school till today?
What do you use, for example?
What made the biggest impression on you during your participation in the workshop, which you still use
or reflect about?
Would you say that the workshop changed anything in your life and/or your work practices up to today?
Do you feel that you gained a new perspective on things?
Do you feel that something could have been done to make your experience of the workshop (even) better?
What would you improve about the workshop according to your experience?
Please give as many examples as you would like!
I hope you will help us understand and promote what Auroville Consulting is contributing towards a
greener, better planet for everyone to live in.
In case you are more comfortable speaking with me in person I am very happy to give you a call and have
a chat within the next couple of weeks. Let me know!
Thanks in advance.
Warm regards,
For Auroville Green Practices,