Centre for Environment and DevelopmentRecognised as Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Government of India

WATER SUPPLY, WASTE MANAGEMENT,
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (WASH)

Water, Waste & Environmental Health

Building Healthier Communities Through Water & Sanitation

Safe drinking water and sanitation facilities are major factors affecting the health and well-being of communities. The present situation across rural and urban populations highlights the need for scientific intervention at local, regional and national levels.

CED is engaged in R&D, training and consultancy programmes and offers expertise in urban and rural water supply, sewerage, storm water drainage, solid waste management, hydro-geological studies, water resources and watershed management.

The Centre also works on water harvesting, water and sanitation literacy campaigns, health and hygiene education, environmental pollution and environment-related diseases.

Research & Development
Training & Capacity Building
Technical Consultancy
Safe drinking water and water resource management
Sustainable environmental infrastructure
Clean Water Healthy Communities
Areas of Expertise

Integrated Solutions for Water & Environment

CED provides multidisciplinary research, technical support and capacity building across water, sanitation, waste management and environmental health.

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Urban & Rural Water Supply

Planning, assessment and technical support for sustainable water supply systems across urban and rural communities.

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Water Resources Studies

Scientific studies supporting responsible assessment, conservation and management of water resources.

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Environmental Sanitation

Integrated approaches to sanitation, hygiene and environmental health for healthier communities.

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Solid Waste Management

Sustainable strategies for waste reduction, resource recovery, recycling and responsible waste management.

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Used (Waste) Water Management

Research and technical solutions for wastewater treatment, reuse and environmentally responsible management.

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Urban Storm Water Drainage

Planning and assessment of drainage systems to improve urban resilience and manage storm water.

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Biotechnological Applications for Environmental Health

Innovative biotechnology applications supporting environmental protection and public health.

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Energy Auditing & Energy Conservation

Energy assessment, auditing and conservation approaches for improved environmental and operational efficiency.

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Circular Economic Solutions for Environmental Health & Safety

Resource-efficient circular economy approaches supporting environmental health, safety and sustainable development.

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Water conservation and community development
Government of India National Key Resource Centre
National Key Resource Centre

Strengthening Water & Sanitation Capacity Across India

Being the National Key Resource Centre on Drinking Water and Sanitation of the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Government of India, CED is involved in capacity building and training programmes for various target groups.

The Centre supports Water and Sanitation Literacy Campaigns and provides technology support for the implementation of water and sanitation programmes in Gram Panchayats across different States.

Capacity Building
Training Programmes
Literacy Campaigns
Technology Support
Sustainable Environmental Health

From Scientific Research to Community Action

CED combines scientific knowledge, technology, capacity building and community participation to support sustainable water, sanitation and environmental health solutions.