This document discusses a rainforest protection initiative called Little Acre from the Coorg Consortium for Conservation. Little Acre is a small but ecologically rich patch of rainforest in the Western Ghats that is under serious threat. The Consortium is appealing for members to participate in their program to restore and protect this vulnerable area, which will help set a model for corporate environmental initiatives. Their goal is to dedicate time and resources to restoring degraded lands and protecting fragile habitats in the Western Ghats.
Zed Rainseed is a residential campus that offers a spread of nearly 11 acres of softly undulating land. It is set on a crest and commands a nice view of the rolling lands on all sides.
Zed Rainseed is a residential campus that offers a spread of nearly 11 acres of softly undulating land. It is set on a crest and commands a nice view of the rolling lands on all sides.
Презентация Владимира Саламатова, генерального директора ОАО "ЦМТ", о международном деловом центре "Россия в ВТО", его целях, миссии и направлениях развития.
Роль реформы российской системы аккредитации в снятии барьеров в торговлеWTOCenter
В Центре международной торговли Москвы состоялась международная конференция «Гармонизация национальных систем аккредитации стран Евразийского региона». Организатором мероприятия выступила Федеральная служба по аккредитации РФ.
Конференция была посвящена обмену опытом построения национальных систем аккредитации на постсоветском пространстве, обсуждению вопросов создания региональной ассоциации по аккредитации стран Евразийского региона, обсуждению создания необходимых условий для взаимного признания результатов аккредитации.
В конференции приняли участие руководители национальных органов по аккредитации, эксперты по аккредитации, представители делового сообщества и общественных организаций, органов государственной власти Российской Федерации. C приветственным докладом перед участниками конференции выступил Председатель общественного совета Росаккредитации, генеральный директор Центра международной торговли Москвы Владимир Саламатов.
Семинар-тренинг «ВТО – правила торговли услугами. Возможности для российского...WTOCenter
Цель семинара – информировать представителей российского бизнеса о правилах ВТО в области торговли услугами и осуществления инвестиций, условиях выхода на зарубежные рынки, а также сформировать навыки по защите своих интересов. Семинар предназначен для руководителей и собственников бизнеса в сфере услуг, в том числе финансовых, телекоммуникационных, транспортных и энергетических — директоров и сотрудников стратегических департаментов, юридических отделов, подразделений по ВЭД и торговой политике, экспортно-импортным и глобальным операциям. Подробная программа семинара: http://wto.wtcmoscow.ru/calendar/novosti/1281
The Earth's slowing down ever so slowly Each day is longer than the one it follows by 0.00000002 second due to the gradual slowing down of the Earth's spin. Too small to notice, the delay adds up, in time, to a measurable effect A century ago, the day was shorter by 0.00073 seconds. Over a full century — 36,525 days later — the delay adds upto 13 seconds. The slowing is
caused by tidal friction due to the moon's gravitational influence on shallow seas.
The Zed Earth campus has zero dependence on the water supply board, no lines connecting to the Sewerage Board, and relies only 20% on the power grid. Zed Earth homes offer deep-eco villas with spaces ranging from 2000 to 6000 sqft.
Brigade Insignia offers meticulously designed apartments with modern architecture and premium finishes. The project features spacious 3,3.5,4 and 5 BHK units, each thoughtfully planned to provide maximum comfort, natural light, and ventilation.
https://www.newprojectbangalore.com/brigade-insignia-yelahanka-bangalore.html
Simpolo Tiles & Bathware
Tile ho,
toh Simpolo.
Since the first steps were taken in 1977, Simpolo Ceramics has carved its niche as a consistently growing organisation with unparalleled innovation and passion rooted in simplicity.
We endure gratification for every experience we offer, created to share something meaningful. It may not resonate with the majority, but that makes us a class apart. If only a handful were to understand the purpose of our existence, we would be proud to have found our believers. Rather, people with whom we can share our beliefs.
VISUALIZER
Design your space in your style with our very own Visualizer. Now, you can choose the tiles of your liking from our wide selection and see how they would look in a space. Select the tile from the multiple options and the visualiser will replace the surfaces in the image with the selected tiles. This way, instead of just your imagination, you can choose the tiles for your place by getting an actual picture of how they would look in a space. So, design your space the way you desire digitally and implement it in real life to get the best results!
You can also share this visualiser with others to help them design their space.
Committed to delighting customers with world-class ceramic products and services. Make Simpolo synonymous with the best quality and set new benchmarks of excellence for all stakeholders. Pursue best business practices with utmost integrity to make Simpolo an exciting organisation to work with, for vendors, channel partners, investors and employees alike.
Gain worldwide recognition in the field of ceramic building products through Research and Innovation and bring an enhanced lifestyle within reach for every household.
Oeiras Tech City, Developed by RE Capital and REIG, Will Become Lisbon's Futu...Newman George Leech
Oeiras Tech City, a historic development in the Oeiras municipality of Lisbon, is acquired by RE Capital and REIG. It is located on a 93,000-square-meter plot of land and combines co-living, business, and residential areas. It highlights ESG principles and is close to Tagus Park, which improves the urban landscape of Lisbon.
500 acres of brilliance await you here at Riverview City which offers modern living, effortless convenience, and a beautiful natural setting. It is a mega township by Magarpatta City in Loni Kalbhor, Pune. Enjoy easy access to work, schools, and fun while experiencing a perfect work-life balance.
Visit - magarpattacity.developerprojects.in
Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szet...Volition Properties
=== Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szeto) ===
Ever been curious about Real Estate Investing in the US?? At Volition, for the past 14 years, we have been focused on helping investors invest in over $250M of real estate and generate $100M of wealth in the Toronto market, but we are always open to learning more about other business models and learning from other investors.
The US has always been an intriguing market to invest in. But the US is a big place… if you’re interested in investing in the US, you probably have a lot of questions, like:
☑️ Specifically WHERE should you invest?
☑️ What are the best markets to invest in and why?
☑️ How much are property prices there?
☑️ What are the returns like?
☑️ What is cashflow like?
☑️ Compared to investing in Toronto or other cities in Ontario, what are the benefits / tradeoffs?
☑️ What ownership structure should I use?
☑️ What are the tax implications?
☑️ Can I get financing?
☑️ What are tenants like?
Enter Erwin Szeto, a longtime friend of Volition. Since 2005, Erwin Szeto and his team have navigated the challenging landscape of being landlords in Ontario. Now, they are shifting their focus and guiding their clients' investments toward the more landlord-friendly environment of the USA. This decision comes after assisting Canadian clients in transacting over $440,000,000 in income properties. Faced with issues like affordability constraints, tenant-friendly laws, rent control, and rental licensing in Canada, Erwin sees a clear opportunity in the U.S. Here, there is a significant influx of investments leading to the creation of high-paying manufacturing jobs. Erwin and his clients are poised to capitalize on these opportunities where landlord rights are stronger and there is no rent control.
To facilitate this transition, Erwin has partnered with and become a client of SHARE, a one-stop-shop U.S. Asset Manager. Founded by Canadians for Canadians, SHARE enables as passive an ownership experience as possible for landlords in the U.S., while still maintaining direct, 100% ownership.
Erwin is “Making Real Estate Investing Great Again”!!
Website: https://www.infinitywealth.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iwinrealestate and https://www.facebook.com/ErwinSzetoOfficial
Podcast: https://www.truthaboutrealestateinvesting.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwinrealestate/ and https://www.instagram.com/erwinszeto/
Rixos Tersane Istanbul Residences Brochure_May2024_ENG.pdfListing Turkey
Tersane Suites Residences is a luxurious real estate project located in the heart of Istanbul, next to the beautiful Golden Horn. This unique development offers hotel concept residences with Rixos management, making it the perfect choice for both homeowners and investors.
The Tersane Suites Residences offers a wide range of options, from studio apartments to spacious four-bedroom units, all designed to the highest standard. The suites are finished with high-quality materials and feature modern, open-plan living spaces, fully-equipped kitchens, and large balconies with stunning views of the city and sea.
One of the standout features of Tersane Suites Residences is the Rixos management, which provides a truly exclusive and upscale living experience. Residents will have access to a range of luxury amenities, including a fitness center, spa, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Plus, the on-site restaurants and cafes provide a taste of the local and international cuisine.
The Tersane Suites Residences also offers a great opportunity for investors, as it provides a rental guarantee program. This means that investors can enjoy a steady income stream, with the peace of mind that their property is being managed by a reputable and experienced team.
The location of Tersane Suites Residences is also unbeatable, with easy access to the city’s main transportation links and within close proximity to the historic center, making it the perfect base for exploring all that Istanbul has to offer.
The SVN® organization shares a portion of their new weekly listings via their SVN Live® Weekly Property Broadcast. Visit https://svn.com/svn-live/ if you would like to attend our weekly call, which we open up to the brokerage community.
Презентация Владимира Саламатова, генерального директора ОАО "ЦМТ", о международном деловом центре "Россия в ВТО", его целях, миссии и направлениях развития.
Роль реформы российской системы аккредитации в снятии барьеров в торговлеWTOCenter
В Центре международной торговли Москвы состоялась международная конференция «Гармонизация национальных систем аккредитации стран Евразийского региона». Организатором мероприятия выступила Федеральная служба по аккредитации РФ.
Конференция была посвящена обмену опытом построения национальных систем аккредитации на постсоветском пространстве, обсуждению вопросов создания региональной ассоциации по аккредитации стран Евразийского региона, обсуждению создания необходимых условий для взаимного признания результатов аккредитации.
В конференции приняли участие руководители национальных органов по аккредитации, эксперты по аккредитации, представители делового сообщества и общественных организаций, органов государственной власти Российской Федерации. C приветственным докладом перед участниками конференции выступил Председатель общественного совета Росаккредитации, генеральный директор Центра международной торговли Москвы Владимир Саламатов.
Семинар-тренинг «ВТО – правила торговли услугами. Возможности для российского...WTOCenter
Цель семинара – информировать представителей российского бизнеса о правилах ВТО в области торговли услугами и осуществления инвестиций, условиях выхода на зарубежные рынки, а также сформировать навыки по защите своих интересов. Семинар предназначен для руководителей и собственников бизнеса в сфере услуг, в том числе финансовых, телекоммуникационных, транспортных и энергетических — директоров и сотрудников стратегических департаментов, юридических отделов, подразделений по ВЭД и торговой политике, экспортно-импортным и глобальным операциям. Подробная программа семинара: http://wto.wtcmoscow.ru/calendar/novosti/1281
The Earth's slowing down ever so slowly Each day is longer than the one it follows by 0.00000002 second due to the gradual slowing down of the Earth's spin. Too small to notice, the delay adds up, in time, to a measurable effect A century ago, the day was shorter by 0.00073 seconds. Over a full century — 36,525 days later — the delay adds upto 13 seconds. The slowing is
caused by tidal friction due to the moon's gravitational influence on shallow seas.
The Zed Earth campus has zero dependence on the water supply board, no lines connecting to the Sewerage Board, and relies only 20% on the power grid. Zed Earth homes offer deep-eco villas with spaces ranging from 2000 to 6000 sqft.
Brigade Insignia offers meticulously designed apartments with modern architecture and premium finishes. The project features spacious 3,3.5,4 and 5 BHK units, each thoughtfully planned to provide maximum comfort, natural light, and ventilation.
https://www.newprojectbangalore.com/brigade-insignia-yelahanka-bangalore.html
Simpolo Tiles & Bathware
Tile ho,
toh Simpolo.
Since the first steps were taken in 1977, Simpolo Ceramics has carved its niche as a consistently growing organisation with unparalleled innovation and passion rooted in simplicity.
We endure gratification for every experience we offer, created to share something meaningful. It may not resonate with the majority, but that makes us a class apart. If only a handful were to understand the purpose of our existence, we would be proud to have found our believers. Rather, people with whom we can share our beliefs.
VISUALIZER
Design your space in your style with our very own Visualizer. Now, you can choose the tiles of your liking from our wide selection and see how they would look in a space. Select the tile from the multiple options and the visualiser will replace the surfaces in the image with the selected tiles. This way, instead of just your imagination, you can choose the tiles for your place by getting an actual picture of how they would look in a space. So, design your space the way you desire digitally and implement it in real life to get the best results!
You can also share this visualiser with others to help them design their space.
Committed to delighting customers with world-class ceramic products and services. Make Simpolo synonymous with the best quality and set new benchmarks of excellence for all stakeholders. Pursue best business practices with utmost integrity to make Simpolo an exciting organisation to work with, for vendors, channel partners, investors and employees alike.
Gain worldwide recognition in the field of ceramic building products through Research and Innovation and bring an enhanced lifestyle within reach for every household.
Oeiras Tech City, Developed by RE Capital and REIG, Will Become Lisbon's Futu...Newman George Leech
Oeiras Tech City, a historic development in the Oeiras municipality of Lisbon, is acquired by RE Capital and REIG. It is located on a 93,000-square-meter plot of land and combines co-living, business, and residential areas. It highlights ESG principles and is close to Tagus Park, which improves the urban landscape of Lisbon.
500 acres of brilliance await you here at Riverview City which offers modern living, effortless convenience, and a beautiful natural setting. It is a mega township by Magarpatta City in Loni Kalbhor, Pune. Enjoy easy access to work, schools, and fun while experiencing a perfect work-life balance.
Visit - magarpattacity.developerprojects.in
Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szet...Volition Properties
=== Investing In The US As A Canadian… And How To Do It RIGHT!! (feat. Erwin Szeto) ===
Ever been curious about Real Estate Investing in the US?? At Volition, for the past 14 years, we have been focused on helping investors invest in over $250M of real estate and generate $100M of wealth in the Toronto market, but we are always open to learning more about other business models and learning from other investors.
The US has always been an intriguing market to invest in. But the US is a big place… if you’re interested in investing in the US, you probably have a lot of questions, like:
☑️ Specifically WHERE should you invest?
☑️ What are the best markets to invest in and why?
☑️ How much are property prices there?
☑️ What are the returns like?
☑️ What is cashflow like?
☑️ Compared to investing in Toronto or other cities in Ontario, what are the benefits / tradeoffs?
☑️ What ownership structure should I use?
☑️ What are the tax implications?
☑️ Can I get financing?
☑️ What are tenants like?
Enter Erwin Szeto, a longtime friend of Volition. Since 2005, Erwin Szeto and his team have navigated the challenging landscape of being landlords in Ontario. Now, they are shifting their focus and guiding their clients' investments toward the more landlord-friendly environment of the USA. This decision comes after assisting Canadian clients in transacting over $440,000,000 in income properties. Faced with issues like affordability constraints, tenant-friendly laws, rent control, and rental licensing in Canada, Erwin sees a clear opportunity in the U.S. Here, there is a significant influx of investments leading to the creation of high-paying manufacturing jobs. Erwin and his clients are poised to capitalize on these opportunities where landlord rights are stronger and there is no rent control.
To facilitate this transition, Erwin has partnered with and become a client of SHARE, a one-stop-shop U.S. Asset Manager. Founded by Canadians for Canadians, SHARE enables as passive an ownership experience as possible for landlords in the U.S., while still maintaining direct, 100% ownership.
Erwin is “Making Real Estate Investing Great Again”!!
Website: https://www.infinitywealth.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iwinrealestate and https://www.facebook.com/ErwinSzetoOfficial
Podcast: https://www.truthaboutrealestateinvesting.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwinrealestate/ and https://www.instagram.com/erwinszeto/
Rixos Tersane Istanbul Residences Brochure_May2024_ENG.pdfListing Turkey
Tersane Suites Residences is a luxurious real estate project located in the heart of Istanbul, next to the beautiful Golden Horn. This unique development offers hotel concept residences with Rixos management, making it the perfect choice for both homeowners and investors.
The Tersane Suites Residences offers a wide range of options, from studio apartments to spacious four-bedroom units, all designed to the highest standard. The suites are finished with high-quality materials and feature modern, open-plan living spaces, fully-equipped kitchens, and large balconies with stunning views of the city and sea.
One of the standout features of Tersane Suites Residences is the Rixos management, which provides a truly exclusive and upscale living experience. Residents will have access to a range of luxury amenities, including a fitness center, spa, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Plus, the on-site restaurants and cafes provide a taste of the local and international cuisine.
The Tersane Suites Residences also offers a great opportunity for investors, as it provides a rental guarantee program. This means that investors can enjoy a steady income stream, with the peace of mind that their property is being managed by a reputable and experienced team.
The location of Tersane Suites Residences is also unbeatable, with easy access to the city’s main transportation links and within close proximity to the historic center, making it the perfect base for exploring all that Istanbul has to offer.
The SVN® organization shares a portion of their new weekly listings via their SVN Live® Weekly Property Broadcast. Visit https://svn.com/svn-live/ if you would like to attend our weekly call, which we open up to the brokerage community.
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Scanning tenants in NYC requires a thorough and compliant approach to ensure you find reliable renters. For a positive rental experience, consider hiring a property management service. Belgium Management LLC specializes in NYC rental property management and tenant relationship management. We prioritize tenant satisfaction, making us a trusted name in New York property management. Our dedicated team ensures tenants feel valued and supported throughout their lease.
Torun Center Residences Istanbul - Listing TurkeyListing Turkey
THERE IS LIFE IN ITS CENTER!
The most energetic spot of the city that will add utterly different pleasures to your life, with a park that will make Istanbul breathe, delighting indoor and outdoor bistros, cafes, restaurants, the brand-new Food Hall concept, where dozens of unique tastes are served together, market area, cinema, theater, fitness club, SPA and event venue...
All the pleasures that will enrich your lives are awaiting you on the most beautiful side of the city, at Torun Center Residences. In Mecidiyeköy, where the heart of Istanbul beats, business, life and entertainment opportunities are located at the exact center, at Torun Center, the most beautiful side of the city.
Penthouse apartments and different styles of flats from 1 + 1 to 4 + 1, from 100 to 425 square meters in a 42-story residence tower, have been designed for those who want to live in the center of magnificence. Torun Center is the redefinition of a better life with specially landscaped floor gardens, apartment options with private balconies, and automatic glass systems equipped with Trickle Ventilation that offers clean air comfort.
Business and life in the same place
Excellent service
Torun Center has many delightful details, from a swimming pool to sunbathing and resting terrace. With 24/7 concierge services, 24/7 security, valet, technical service, closed-circuit camera system (CCTV), central heating and cooling system, it makes your life easier.
Delightful details
The two-story Torun Center Lounge, with its indoor and outdoor seating areas, children's playroom, private dining and TV lounge, promises unforgettable memories to you and your loved ones with its unique Istanbul view.
Neighboring to the most pleasant square of Istanbul
A few steps from the Torun Center Residences, you can reach the city's most modern city square and open the doors of a quality city life. Torun Center Residences brings together on the same project the long-awaited city life for Istanbul and gourmet restaurants, cafes, gym and SPA, and state-of-the-art cinema and Artı Stage, hosting the most famous plays of the season.
Located at the intersection of alternative public transportation options such as the metro and Metrobus, Torun Center comes to the fore as the most accessible office for both sides of Istanbul. With a central location and rich transportation lines, Torun Center offices make life easier for employees and increase productivity.
Need MCA leads? No sweat! MCAs are great for small biz funding. Learn how to snag top-notch leads: businesses needing cash, with repayment ability, decision-makers, and accurate contacts. Use content, social ads, lead platforms, partnerships, and capture processes for quality leads.
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One FNG by Group 108 Sector 142 Noida Construction UpdateOne FNG
One FNG by Group 108 is launching a new commercial project in Sector 142 Noida. Office space and high street retail shops on the FNG and Noida Expressway. For more information visit the website https://www.onefng.com/
Elegant Evergreen Homes - Luxury Apartments Redefining Comfort in Yelahanka, ...JagadishKR1
Experience unmatched luxury at Elegant Evergreen Homes, offering exquisite 2, 3, and 4 BHK apartments in the serene locality of Yelahanka, Bangalore. These meticulously crafted homes blend modern design with timeless elegance, providing a harmonious living environment. Enjoy top-tier amenities and a prime location, making Elegant Evergreen Homes the ideal choice for discerning homeowners.
Flat available for sale
Location- Tupudana, Ranchi
Savitri enclave
Area- 3BHK
Rate- 4000/sq.ft.
Super Build Up Area-1629 sq.ft.
Build-up area-1253 sq.ft.
Rate- 65lakh16k(approx)
Floor available- Flat available in all floor(G+12)
Balcony- 2
Washroom- 2
Parking - CAR PARKING
Amenities- Joggers track,temple, children's park,gym,banquet hall (5 Lakh)
Possession year (Handover year)- Dec 2025
Outside View from the apartment and flat balcony is very beautiful.
For more information contact AASHIYANA STAR PROPERTIES
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Omaxe Sports City Dwarka stands out as a premier residential and recreational destination, offering a blend of luxury and sports-centric living. Located in the thriving area of Dwarka, this project by Omaxe Limited is designed to cater to modern lifestyle needs while promoting a healthy, active living environment.
Referans Bahcesehir which is being constructed, in the center of the most regional destination as Bahçeşehir, shines out with its central location and unique landscape including social facilities such as a fitness center, sauna, sports facilities, children’s playground and recreational areas.
Not only drawing attention for immediate surroundings including commercial centers and private schools but also providing the easily accessible location with closeness to Tem Highway and connection roads, ongoing construction of 3rd Bridge Connection roads and Metro Projects
Bahcesehir is a rising value in the great city of Istanbul… Located at a new transportation junction in the northwest of the City… Located at such a spot that the access roads for the 3rd bridge and for the 3rd Airport will reach the region in 2016. The Marmaray and the Subway will extend all the way to Referans Bahcesehir respectively in 2018 and 2019.
465 flats and 34 stores are designed with an outstanding approach and arranged with a unique perspective offering the following options: 1 plus 1, 2 plus 1, 3 plus 1, 3.5 plus 1, 4 plus 1, and 4.5 plus 1. It is planned so as to safeguard you and your loved ones based upon a modern, technological safety approach. As you experience the joy and luxury here, you will be content and feet at ease.
It is worth seeing both inside and outside with heart-warming cafes, tasty restaurants and elegant stores… And it is ready to offer a vivacious social life with a warm and cozy space design.
A folding swimming pool and indoor swimming pools, playgrounds, Turkish bath, sauna… It has them all. Everything you need for your well-being and for having a pleasant time will be at your service. You simply need to align the rhythm of life with the rhythm of Referans Bahcesehir.
https://listingturkey.com/property/referans-bahcesehir/
MC Heights-Best Construction Company in jhanglaraibfatim009
MC Heights stands as the epitome of excellence in construction within Jhang. With a commitment to unparalleled quality and innovative design, MC Heights redefines urban living in the heart of Jhang. Offering luxurious residential spaces, cutting-edge commercial complexes, and vibrant community areas, MC Heights caters to the diverse needs of modern lifestyles. Our dedication to superior craftsmanship and customer satisfaction ensures that every aspect of MC Heights exceeds expectations, making it the premier choice for those seeking unparalleled sophistication and comfort in Jhang.
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Green Homes Islamabad offers beautifully designed 5, 8, and 10 Marla homes near the airport and motorway. Enjoy luxury, convenience, and high rental returns in a prime location.
3. L I TT L E
On the Cover : The towering giants of the emergent layer rise above the dense canopy, capturing a clear advantage over their
neighbours in the quest for more sunlight. The omnipresent tropical vines creep up in their hunger for sunlight. Most of the ac tivity
in a rainforest takes place hundreds of feet above the forest floor in the canopy layer, where sunlight and food are plenty. Th e tall
jungle trees are the pillars and superintendents of a rainforest, the frame of the house and its chief occupants.
A C R E
“If only I could be a bird,” he thought to himself, “and
mingle with them and speak their language. Then I could
tell them not to be afraid.”
From Erskine Caldwell’s bestseller , God’s Little Acre Little Acre
Dear Member
A rainforest patch
This is no business document. This is no appeal seeking
p r o t e c t i o n i n i t i a t i v e from
an economic transaction alone. Here is a dossier that
The Coorg Consortium for Conservation
presents to you a model of rainforest protection that makes
history in corporate environment initatives. This is an offer
to participate in the effort we are making at one tiny piece
of rainforestland that is ecologically rich, and is seriously
threatened. The Western Ghats hold many such pockets of
core zone forests that need restoration.
Yes, the protection programme that we outline here will
In a group such as ours that has worked for over fifteen make good sense to you as an economic investment. But
years on environment impact, we are appalled by the that, you’ll agree, is only one, and a small, part of the
world’s ignorance on what’s ahead of us all. As you read story.
this document, you’ll soon see why.
Consider what we have to say here, and what we have
As an enterprise, Biodiversity Conservation [India] Limited done on the ground in other forums that the Consortium
has already won discerning national acclaim for its participates in, under the larger canopy of BCIL. We are
pathfinding work in sustainability. And its tight–knit committed to dedicating our time and energies to this
professional groups have stewarded many land areas daunting effort. We know you share our concern — lest
responsibly to restore gradually its natural resources. BCIL why would you be reading this? — but can’t quite commit
has specialized in processes that heal degraded lands. The your time, in view of your professional preoccupations. So
plight of our rainforests, we realise, need serious attention then, join in on this creative and exciting programme. It’ll
from resource persons like us who are professionally be rewarding. That’s a promise.
equipped to manage such restoration processes. That’s
For The Coorg Consortium for Conservation
how the Coorg Consortium for Conservation was born,
dedicated entirely to working in the fragile habitats of the Hariharan Chandrashekar
Western Ghats. Director
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towering trees. The ancient tree–stands reach out to
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the skies, far above the lofty leaf canopy in their search for
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sunlight. You are no more than six hours— or is it seven?—
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from Bangalore, but the city seems many worlds away. And
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It took us less than a half–hour to drive in from Madikeri,
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Bhagamandala. The valley was called Kopatti. And the place,
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When you’re alone in the forest, you’re aware that life is
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you are just one more form of life in a very complex of mountain water, the moist rich earth, the rare shafts of
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sunlight through the dense foliage... It all seemed so large,
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It is a defining moment. You see stillness as a value as so powerful, and larger than us. And it all seemed so
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you stand deep down on the forest floor amid the precious, and vulnerable. This forest is one of the last bastions
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suffered a fifty per cent loss of its forests in less than fifty
years! And those forest patches that have survived, have The Little Acre Ecoregion
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managed to do so only because the landowning families plays host to 13,000 full grown
could not afford the money to convert them to plantations. trees. . .
Our reason, as an organisation, to be in the Kopatti valley is
singleminded: what can we do to buy, protect and manage
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this ecologically important forest expanse? long term. In our small way, we will have helped secure the
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Some of us have seen for many years that the future of
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rainforests the world over and the future of the planet are All of the western ghats — which is one of the eighteen
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inextricably linked. And if an alternative to their accelerating surviving hotspots of biodiversity in the world — is no more
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than 160,000 sq. km. Or 16 million hectares. Of this, a
have lost the opportunity — forever. little over 20 per cent — or 3 million hectares — account
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for the core green zones that have remained untouched,
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You and I are far more conscious, in recent years, of the
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pristine — and this is for the entire western ghats. It takes
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need ‘to do something’ about our environment. We shrug
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little to understand what this means, if you only remind
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our shoulders in despair at the inaction of governments. We
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yourself that some 11 million hectares of the world’s tropical
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think there’s little we can do in our lives, individually. At the
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forests are disappearing each year.
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Consortium, we said to ourselves that this initiative at buying
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and managing one rainforest patch will be the first of a series Awareness alone will not save these rainforests — blueprints
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of such efforts to protect these Last Great Places over the for positive action for protection and sustenance is needed.
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All Those Carbon Sinks
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Every naturally full–grown tree can absorb
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up to 60 kg of carbon dioxide while giving
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Going, Going, Gone. . .?
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out about 45 kilos of life-giving oxygen every
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Gallery forests
year — the CO 2 absorbed is as much as the
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The Western ghats — once
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such as this one at
pollutants put out by a car on running
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occupying [circa 1840] an area
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Little Acre are
18,000 km.
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of more than 500,000 sq. km
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particularly quick
The Little Acre Ecoregion plays host to
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from the Ratnagiri district of
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to restore forest
13,000 full grown trees — that’s 234 million
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Maharashtra, to the Agasthya
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cover in areas that
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forests south of Silent Valley in
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just this one rainforest patch.
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Kerala, has now been reduced
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mercifully, has also shown no dramatic increase in its
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population and therefore offers the best hope — and possibly
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The Consortium’s Little Acre Ecoregion is only the beginning
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of a movement to catalyse similar conservation programmes
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throughout the Western Ghats. It is the Consortium’s first of
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a series of efforts at implementing strategies that will help
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A Quiet Haven
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save these forests, and enrich their biodiversity over the long
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We have not inherited the earth from our fathers. We are
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borrowing it from our children.
The model that Little Acre presents is simple: it’s about what
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To visit Little Acre — the breathtaking expanse of green that
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rainforests are, why we need them, and how we explain
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serves as a quiet haven for several bustling life forms — is their remarkable biology. Little Acre presents to you striking
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an experience in itself. Butterflies dance perkily in the fairytale
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illustrations of the interrelationships between plants, animals,
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white mosaic of coffee blooms in spring, rare birds croon for and the environment in these par ticularly complex
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their mates, and insects buzz and sizzle tirelessly.
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ecosystems on Earth.
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Nestling to the southwest of
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We can’t buy them all, and we certainly can’t protect them
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Karnataka, Coorg or Kodagu is a tiny single–handed. But by joining together with communities,
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but rich district of Karnataka. The
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businesses, governments, partner organizations and people
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Coorg bowl still sports natural forests
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like you, we can preserve our lands and waters for future
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that have remained untouched. Coorg,
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generations to use and enjoy.
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The mist–laden
canopy is typical
of Coorg forests.
These tall
emergent trees
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rainforest.
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Life-Giver for
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The southwest monsoon spells
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over 23 feet of rainfall for this
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The library of life is on fire, and we must put it out.
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rainforest patch— that is,
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The Coorg hills, nearly all of them, lie nestled on the eastern
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slopes of the Western Ghats. The southwest monsoon does
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average Indian rainfall.
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not mean rainfall in Coorg — it spells a deluge of 7000 mm
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of rains in less than seven hundred hours [June–Sept]. That
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the average Indian rainfall.
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The Coorg highlands, at an average altitude of 1200 meters,
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All festivals of the Coorg people revolve around a celebration
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of Earth and the elements — the ‘gods’ and ‘goddesses’
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river basin of peninsular India — the river Cauvery.
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worshipped are Mother Earth [Onatavva], Moon [Nerathi],
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the forest [Banadevi], water [Neer–muttachi], the aerial
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incalculable. On her winding trail of 805 kms to the Bay of
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spirits [Kaathu–muttachi], and fire [Thi–muttachi].
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Bengal, Cauvery irrigates one–quarter of all cultivable lands
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The utter simplicity of lifestyle is endearing and serves as a
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in peninsular India. The rice granary of the South would not
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soothing balm to the weary urban traveller.
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be possible but for the sustained richness of the natural
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resources of the Coorg ecosphere. The entire civilization of
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the Tamils — and the river runs more than three–quarters
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her length in Tamil Nadu — has been nourished by the waters
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of the Cauvery.
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The Coorg forest is one of the most diverse, and imperilled,
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ecospheres in India. If there is no conscious effort to preserve Operation Shock and Awe?
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the Coorg bowl, we would be compromising its astounding
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biological diversity. There are close to 750 species of flora from four countries in America,
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three countries in Africa and two
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and fauna faced with possible extinction unless the habitat
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countries in Asia in the next twenty
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is made more viable, protected and managed over the long
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years. And within fifty years,
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term. tropical rainforests will vanish from
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the face of the earth, unless the
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The diversity of plants in these valleys is amazing. And Coorg
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elsewhere in the plains. The ancient tradition of sacred
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groves, or devara kaadu continues to be alive in these hills.
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8. COORG CONSORTIUM Flowering emergent tree
Deciduous canopy trees
Emergent tree
Canopy
Understorey of smaller
or younger trees
Herb layer
Light gap
Smooth unbranched trunk
Buttress root
Giant fern Climbing plant
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rainforest — closely spaced
A Biodiversity Vault
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trees with flat, spreading
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crowns of neighbouring trees
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that fit together like pieces of Our biodiversity can only be saved one step at a time:
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one on one, a patch at a time.
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a jigsaw puzzle.
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You can see mosaics within The first of a series of rainforest patches under the
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mosaics. Leaves on stems,
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Consortium’s protective arm is Little Acre. Located on the
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fringe of the largest natural catchment area of the sub-
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whole, are organised so that
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there is minimum overlap. continent — the Bhagamandala watershed — the thickly
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Each leaf is positioned such wooded ecoregion sprawls over a 35–hectare expanse. Little
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that it can absorb all the light
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it needs to photosynthesize
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species of wild flora, fauna, avifauna [birds] and
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herpetofauna [reptiles] of the Coorg bowl.
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The Consortium has sought to establish Little Acre as a
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unique model of a protected ecoregion. It has chalked out a
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series of specific plans for a collaborative, science–based
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approach to conservation. Its baseline objectives are —
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sustaining wildlife, teaching ecology, and working to preserve
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extreme that offers a fascinating
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one of the few remaining biodiversity vaults left in the bowl
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opportunity to know response of
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of Coorg. The Consortium works closely with the Centre for
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diversity.
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The Little Acre forest is an invaluable biological curiosity. It
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¨ Assessing Viability
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represents an environmental extreme and, as such, is an
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The team also assesses the health of the occurrence of each
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excellent and fascinating opportunity to see the response of
conservation target to ensure survival over the long term by
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natural ecosystems to environmental stress.
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Planned Conservation Process Assembling Portfolios
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The Consortium defines its conservation priorities through a All this information is analyzed by the teams and expert
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process of elaborate ecoregional planning. There are five partners, through modeling and periodic stock-taking, to
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steps in this process: design an efficient network of conservation areas that if
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protected in its entirety will ensure the preservation of
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¨ Identifying Conservation Targets
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biodiversity within the ecoregion.
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Ecoregional planning teams made up of Consor tium
professionals and partners identify the species, natural
communities and ecosystems within the ecoregion.
¨ Gathering Information Wonder Water Maker
A single large emergent forest tree
The teams gather data about conservation targets, such as
pumps some 200 gallons [or 1,000 liters]
location and health, from a variety of sources including
of water per day into the atmosphere.
satellite images and rapid ecological assessments. Through this process, one acre of
¨ Setting Goals tropical rainforest releases 20,000
gallons of water into the atmosphere
Ecoregional planning teams set goals for each of the
daily for cloud formation. That is twenty
conservation targets. Setting conservation goals involves times the amount the sea contributes
determining how much of a particular target is needed to through evaporation from the same
surface area.
ensure its long–term survival. A conservation goal also
includes how the target needs to be distributed across the At Little Acre alone, that accounts for
about eight million litres of water
landscape.
pumped every day into the atmosphere.
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It took longer to get far into the forest. It seemed that the
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trees, feeling they were losing the argument with human
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beings, had simply walked deeper into the forest.
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Ben Okri , The Famished Road.
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The Consortium’s programmes at Little Acre revolve around
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cordoning of the forest patch and strengthening the
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succession process of the forest. How do we implement a
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methodology for helping a now–degraded forest return to its
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original climax state? Forests have been disturbed from their
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In the tangle of
climbing plants that
connect many of the
trees, a falling tree
usually brings down
others with it. At
once saplings
present in the gap
respond to increased
sunlight and put on a
spurt of growth.
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pristine states over the last one hundred years, either by
clear felling or by cultivation or plantation. Such disturbed
Disturbed forests can return to their
forests can return to their pristine state only as they colonize
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pristine state only as they colonize
the degraded forestland.
the degraded forestland. . .
This takes a long time, sometimes over twenty to thirty years,
because the micro–environment has changed, rendering it
unsuitable for the forests. If we nurture the procedure well,
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another group of trees and plants called the ‘primary
analysed. Many of these tribes have disappeared in the last
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successional species’ take over the site. This group modifies
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hundred years. Fast–disappearing species are a problem,
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the micro–climate enough for the second group of trees to
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but knowledge of how species may be used is disappearing
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invade, called the ‘secondary successional species’. Finally,
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Part of the effort at Little Acre is creation of a Biodiversity
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Register enlisting all the plant species that are found in this
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the genus, Strobilanthus [or Kurinji in local parlance] is clear
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ecoregion. Programs include repropagation of such
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evidence that the Little Acre forests are already in the tertiary
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endangered plant species in a manner that its cultivation
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stage of succession. Further protection over the next decade
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on a sustainable basis could also be enabled in the long
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will lead to the return of other species which are typical of
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climax vegetation of the rainforest floor. Such species in the
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understoreys that we soon hope to see at the Little Acre
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campus are the canes [Calamus, Dandrocalamus] and some
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palms. Ferns of the genus Selaginella which are typical
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ground–level plants of the climax rainforest of the western
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God’s Own Medicine Chest
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The Little Acre ecoregion, like any other rainforest, is a huge The Daily Does Them In
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natural pharmacy. Many major world drugs are derived from
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Can you and I do without our
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rainforest plants. And as people have moved away from newspaper? It would help if you cut on
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its purchase. If it’s available in the
traditional lifestyles, their knowledge of forest plants and
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office, don’t buy at home. It takes 17
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animals has been seriously eroded. At the Consortium efforts
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trees to make one tonne of paper.
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are being made to archive and record this enormous reservoir
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Depending on what newspapers you
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of information. Many tribes in the Western Ghats make use read you would be using up one tree
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every 10 to 12 weeks.
of more than 50 different species of plants for medicinal
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purposes, yet virtually none of these has been properly
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There are many things scientists and conservationists within
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the Consortium understand of the patterns of life in these
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forests. There are many more things we further seek to do to
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revive and rejuvenate these forests. The Consortium serves
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as the creative gateway for fulfilling your aspiration of keeping
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our green wilds, well, green.
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What we’re talking about is a conscious, ethical investment
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A Conscious, Ethical
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you make that helps to preserve a rich ecological wilderness,
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Investment while ensuring financial benefits, and a rewarding
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relationship with the forests, for a lifetime. Your investment
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in the Consortium embodies a responsible ethic. And what
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Our generation needs to book a passage to a different
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kind of future, one that will recognise concerns that seem
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better place to begin than our own ‘backyard’, the Western
to be in some distant, far horizon, but will soon touch
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our everyday lives and living.
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crying out for immediate attention.
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While we ensure that this key reserve is forever off limits to
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agriculture, it is as important that these healthy forests and There are a few models the world over of conservation
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human enterprise can coexist. efforts, such as these, where the lands are bought and
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These tropical trees are
supported by roots which are
largely above ground, taking
the form of buttresses; thin
strong flanges which extend
16–20 feet up the trunk. If
these supports are cut away,
the tree can easily be pushed
over. The buttresses span a
wide area, sending down fine
feeding roots into the soil.
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protected, forever. All that BCIL and the Consortium for Coorg
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Conservation seek is the establishment of a creative gateway
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for revenues that will help us distribute the equity of these By joining together with you, we
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rainforest lands among a select few people who share our can preserve our lands and
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collective concern. waters for the future. . .
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The group has been committed — over fifteen years — in all
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its projects to making investment of time and professional
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resources to trigger creative processes that help heal lands
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that are degraded. For centuries such natural resources were
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utilised, not exploited. And excessive abuse in the last 10–
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12 decades has sapped many land areas of their ability to
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restore themselves. Here is where the Consortium hopes to
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play a catalysing role.
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We realised that we needed to establish a quid pro quo for
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the relationship we seek with you. Thus the investment that
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you make in the Consortium is structured to ensure a fair
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and equitable return. It is also designed to help us achieve
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the objective of healing and restoring this patch of rainforest
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land, with activities that will sustainably generate revenues
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over the years ahead.
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We are driven by a simple belief: our forests are more valuable
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in fact and alive, than they are chopped down and dead.
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There are enough numbers of people such as you, who are,
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and will be, willing to support and encourage this long–term
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effort. Our only reward is: future generations, our children, The Little Acre ecoregion is one of the
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wettest parts of the planet. Less than
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can inherit an earth which is as good as it has been for us.
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0.01 per cent of the entire surface of
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Earth — land mass and seas — receives
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as much rain as this region does.
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This tiny rainforest patch alone receives
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as much as 2.2 billion litres of
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rainwater in less than five months of
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of the longer chain of the Western ghats. The values we
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engender on the rainforest tours are aimed at protecting the
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uniqueness of this ecoregion. Here are some programmes
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that have been set in motion.
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Little Acre offers unique Volunteer Reforestation Programmes
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The Consortium Upholds. . . with guests planting native trees as part of trek tours.
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Soil, water and energy management are keystones of all
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What is there to life if a man cannot hear the lonely cry
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plans for development.
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of the koel, or the arguments of the frog around at night?
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— Anon
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The management of Little Acre and its hospitality will largely
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Little Acre is a private nature preserve protecting 35 hectares
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be taken care of by local people from the immediate
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of highland evergreen deciduous rainforests. The Consortium ○
community.
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has direct control over these forests. The forest also acts as
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Utilizing local time–tested natural materials for construction,
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a buffer zone for nearly 700 hectares of pristine forestlands.
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respect for traditional architecture and recognition of
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The Consortium recognizes the importance of the forest
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present–day engineering needs are central to all
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canopy and its value to the larger preserve. Our rainforests
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infrastructure creation.
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Fungi thrive on
decaying matter on the
forest floor. The health
of a forest lies in the
vitality of its floor.