Sustaining Nature, Securing Futures

Environment: Sustaining Nature, Securing Futures COODU has been at the forefront of promoting environmental sustainability and ecological balance through its integrated community-based interventions. Recognizing that environmental well-being is the foundation of sustainable livelihoods, COODU has implemented a wide range of initiatives aimed at conserving natural resources, mitigating climate change, and enhancing environmental awareness among rural and urban communities. Watershed Development and Water Conservation COODU has developed 311 micro-watersheds across five districts of Tamil Nadu, covering over 142,000 hectares, rejuvenating degraded lands, and restoring water bodies. Through the construction and renovation of percolation tanks, check dams, farm ponds, and recharge