Conserving bio-diversity within the
Western Ghats one canopy at a time
Conserving bio-diversity within the
Western Ghats one canopy at a time.
We did not inherit this planet from our ancestors,
we have borrowed it from our children
We did not inherit this planet from our ancestors,
we have borrowed it from our children.
A world where nature and humanity thrive
together
A world where nature and
humanity thrive together.
Conservation through coexistence
deep in the heart of the Western Ghats
Conservation through coexistence
deep in the heart of Western Ghats.
Conservation through coexistence
deep in the heart of the Western Ghats
A world where nature and
humanity thrive together.
We did not inherit this planet from our ancestors,
we have borrowed it from our children.
Conserving bio-diversity within the
Western Ghats, one canopy at a time.
Conserving bio-diversity within the
Western Ghats, one canopy at a time.
We did not inherit this planet from our ancestors,
we have borrowed it from our children.
A world where nature and
humanity thrive together.
Conservation through coexistence
deep in the heart of the Western Ghats
Shifting The Perspective
Us Vs Them?
The Western Ghats is home to around 40 million people. This fragile landscape faces increasing challenges, including rising human-wildlife conflicts. As human activities encroach further into natural habitats, the balance between humans and wildlife becomes strained. This invariably leads to more frequent and severe confrontations and depletion of important biodiversity.
Or All Of Us
As One?
Our goal is to conserve 10,000 acres in the Western Ghats by 2035. We will achieve this by:
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Acquiring land for forest protection and conservation of important biodiversity.
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Developing a playbook for symbiotic coexistence
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Creating nature-based experiences
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Establishing a marketplace for native forest products and services
This initiative will also provide sustainable livelihoods for native communities. We believe that conservation efforts should benefit future generations.
Coexistence Creates
Sensitivities
Coexistence fosters sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge. Inspired by nature's organisms, we create a unique approach to biodiversity and conservation by:
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Conserving small land parcels in the Western Ghats
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Building a community of professionals, creators, and learners
Our vision is a harmonious world where people and nature thrive together.
Join A Much-Needed
Paradigm
At Mycelium Ecology, we are protecting privately conserved landscapes in the Western Ghats, funded by ‘Conservation Collectives.’ These spaces create local jobs and foster sustainable coexistence.
We focus on preserving natural spaces and sharing knowledge for present and future generations. We aim to help people appreciate nature and shift away from a purely capitalistic mindset.
Creating A Balanced Ecosystem
Mycelium
Ecology
Mycelium Ecology is a community-driven initiative dedicated to conserving and restoring native biodiversity and other protected species in the Western Ghats. We create spaces for deep connections with nature, aiming to protect and enhance the planet's ecological wealth.
Mycelium Ecology is a community-driven initiative dedicated to conserving and restoring native biodiversity and other protected species in the Western Ghats. We create spaces for deep connections with nature, aiming to protect and enhance the planet's ecological wealth.
Mycelium Ecology
Creating A Balanced Ecosystem
Spaces
Community-funded land parcels in the Western Ghats preserve native biodiversity. These areas minimize human intrusion, fostering harmonious coexistence through wildlife conservation and emphasizing the restoration and propagation of local species.
Outreach
Our programs connect young individuals with the environment, fostering responsibility for forest conservation. These initiatives engage the next generation in preservation efforts, promoting sustainability and illustrating the benefits of harmony with nature.
Research
We catalog endemic species and revitalize degraded areas in the Western Ghats. By training local communities in land conservation and advanced ecological knowledge, we enhance scientific understanding and interaction with these ecosystems.
Marketplace
The marketplace allows indigenous communities to sell their products to broader markets, emphasizing ethical consumption and economic benefits. It also uses technology to make conservation efforts more accessible, promoting an open-source approach to ecosystem conservation.
Spaces
Community-funded land parcels in the Western Ghats preserve native biodiversity. These areas minimize human intrusion, fostering harmonious coexistence through wildlife conservation and emphasizing the restoration and propagation of local species.
Outreach
Our programs connect young individuals with the environment, fostering responsibility for forest conservation. These initiatives engage the next generation in preservation efforts, promoting sustainability and illustrating the benefits of harmony with nature.
Research
We catalog endemic species and revitalize degraded areas in the Western Ghats. By training local communities in land conservation and advanced ecological knowledge, we enhance scientific understanding and interaction with these ecosystems.
Marketplace
The marketplace allows indigenous communities to sell their products to broader markets, emphasizing ethical consumption and economic benefits. It also uses technology to make conservation efforts more accessible, promoting an open-source approach to ecosystem conservation.
Let's Coexist
Identified loss of native diversity due to monoculture and stressed plantations as a problem.
Held discussions with conservation thought leaders on existing and new inclusive, scalable environment conservation models.
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Formed the founding team.
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Chose conservation through symbiotic coexistence as the sustainable approach.
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Scouted untouched landscapes in Coorg threatened by development.
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Discovered Dancing Frogs at the Dancing Frog Habitat and decided to start conservation here.
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Drafted legal framework for the first-ever for-profit Conservation Collective.
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Added the first collective member and new co-founder for Dancing Frog Collective.
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Onboarded partner ecosystem for planning and execution.
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Raised $1 million and acquired 70 acres of old-growth forest for Dancing Frog Habitat.
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Launched "Understanding Our Backyard" outreach IP with Pranay Lal and Aruna Rangchar Paul.
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Introduced "Connecting the Dots" newsletter with Dr. Srividya as editor.
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Welcomed 8 nature-loving individuals to the collective to protect the landscape.
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Launched "Wild Detectives" and "Outdoor Odyssey" experiences to strengthen outreach.
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Started "Mycelium Dialogues" podcast series to discuss the relevance of conservation for future generations.
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