Water is Life: Janitra Eco Energia Foundation’s Fight to Conserve India’s Most Precious Resource
Water is Life: Janitra Eco Energia Foundation’s Fight to Conserve India’s Most Precious Resource
Water is at the heart of life, livelihoods, and sustainable development. It nourishes crops, powers industries, sustains biodiversity, and is essential for human health. Yet, in India—home to nearly 18% of the world’s population but only 4% of its freshwater resources—water scarcity is becoming a national crisis. Over 600 million Indians face high to extreme water stress, and climate change is only making things worse.
At Janitra Eco Energia Foundation, we believe that every drop counts. Our water conservation initiatives are grounded in the belief that communities, when empowered, can become guardians of their local water bodies and resources. By combining traditional wisdom with modern science, our programs work toward restoring water security in the most vulnerable regions.
India’s Water Crisis: A Wake-Up Call
Despite receiving substantial monsoon rainfall, India’s water management remains inefficient. Rainwater often runs off without being captured. Over-extraction of groundwater, poorly maintained infrastructure, and rising pollution levels have left rivers, lakes, and aquifers depleted.
Some alarming facts:
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Nearly 21 Indian cities could run out of groundwater by 2030.
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Over 70% of surface water is contaminated.
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Access to safe drinking water is still a distant dream for millions in rural areas.
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Crop yields are falling due to erratic water supply, affecting food security.
Unless addressed with urgency, this crisis will have devastating effects on public health, economic development, and ecological balance.
Janitra’s Approach to Water Conservation
Janitra Eco Energia Foundation follows a community-driven, decentralized approach to water conservation. We focus on simple, replicable, and scalable techniques that promote local water stewardship.
Our three-fold strategy involves:
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Capture rain where it falls – through rainwater harvesting and recharge pits.
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Revive traditional water bodies – such as stepwells, ponds, and check dams.
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Educate and empower communities – to use water efficiently and protect resources.
We tailor our interventions based on local geography, water usage patterns, and cultural practices to ensure relevance and sustainability.