Sustainable Development Initiative in Champawat: MoU Signed for Environmental Conservation
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on March 5th, 2024. |
| Signatories | CSIR Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun, and UCOST. |
| Initiative | Part of the "Adarsh Champawat" mission. |
| Technologies Introduced | Briquetting unit and Improved Cookstoves. |
| Briquetting Unit Capacity | 50 kilograms per hour using Pine Needles as raw material. |
| Improved Cookstoves | 500 units to be distributed in rural households of Champawat. |
| Environmental Impact | Forest fire prevention, reduced carbon emissions, and sustainable fuel. |
| Women Empowerment | Women involved in Pine Needle briquette production for economic independence. |
| Community Development | Skill development, entrepreneurship, and sustainable employment opportunities promoted. |