Ladakh Ecological Development Group

Supports rural and urban communities through eco-friendly initiatives, skill development, and sustainable practices

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Geographies Served

Programs

  • Technology Interventions

    District
    State
    District

    Leh

    States

    Ladakh

    The organisation focuses on Ladakh's unique challenges by implementing appropriate technology solutions, like solar and hydroelectric power, to meet the region's essential energy needs. It promotes decentralized energy and water supply models, aligning with the local context. Additionally, the organisation conducts projects for sustainable electricity, clean water access, and income improvement in remote areas. It also explores innovative solutions like solar-powered flour mills and greenhouse climate control systems to adapt to changing conditions while preserving traditions.

  • Agriculture & Food Processing Programme

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    State
    District

    Leh

    States

    Ladakh

    LEDeG in its pursuit of promoting sustainable agriculture in Ladakh, acknowledges the region's unique farming practices rooted in self-sufficiency. Facing challenges like a short growing season and dependence on food imports, it seeks to revitalize agriculture. By diversifying crops, introducing high-yield varieties, and encouraging the adoption of efficient agricultural technologies, LEDeG aims to enhance production. Special attention is given to the horticultural sector, organic farming, and seed production. The organisation disseminates technical agricultural knowledge through training and workshops. Additionally, LEDeG engages in projects to improve living conditions in disadvantaged areas, promote apricot-based livelihoods, manage groundwater sustainably, and enhance fruit processing. It also advocates for organic manure use and the conversion of agricultural waste into biomass, fostering eco-friendly practices among farmers through initiatives like compost pits.

  • Handicrafts Programme

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    State
    District

    Leh

    States

    Ladakh

    LEDeG focuses on preserving Ladakh's unique culture and traditions through handicraft intervention. It collaborates with Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in remote areas, offering marketing support and training in new designs and technologies. LEDeG buys back handicrafts from SHGs and markets them, emphasizing woollen and Pashmina items. Its goal is to sustain cultural heritage, provide livelihoods, and strengthen community-based institutions.

  • Rural Building Centre Programme

    District
    State
    District

    Leh

    States

    Ladakh

    LEDeG has established a Rural Building Center in Ladakh, aimed at promoting cost-effective and environmentally friendly building technologies. The organisation received support from HUDCO, GOI, and LAHDC Leh to set up this centre. While initially, it was integrated into the solar township plan, which didn't materialize, the centre started producing materials like concrete blocks and stabilized mud blocks. LEDeG marketed these materials to builders, including Government contractors. The centre's technologies were also used in constructing a 100 KW solar powerhouse in Tangtse. Additionally, LEDeG has been involved in various renewable energy projects, such as solar photovoltaic power plants, solar cookers, passive solar housing, and capacity building for renewable energy development. It offers sustainable building consultancy and provides compressed mud bricks and concrete bricks, contributing to the development of eco-friendly construction practices in Ladakh.

Leadership Team

  • Helena Norberg-Hodge

    Founder

  • Sarla Chhewang

    President

  • Eshey Tondup

    Director

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • Registration Number

    776-S of 1983

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • FCRA

    152710007

About

  • Headquarters

    Leh, Jammu and Kashmir

  • Since

    1983

Vision and Mission

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    LEDeG Office Near Karzoo Zing Leh Ladakh, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Society

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management