About Institute

G.B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (formerly known as G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment & Development) was established in 1988-89, as an autonomous Institute of the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Govt. of India. The Institute attempts to maintain a balance of intricate linkages between socio-cultural, ecological, economic and physical systems that could lead to sustainability in the IHR. To achieve this, the Institute follows a multidisciplinary and holistic approach in all its Research and Development programs with emphasis on interlinking natural and social sciences. A conscious effort is made to ensure participation of local inhabitants for long-term acceptance and success of various programs. Training, environmental education and awareness to different stakeholders are essential components of all the R&D programs of the Institute.

• Undertake in-depth research and development studies on environmental problems of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR).
• Identify and strengthen the local knowledge of the environment and contribute towards strengthening researches of regional relevance in the scientific Institutions, Universities/NGOs and Voluntary agencies working in the Himalayan region, through interactive networking.
• Evolve and demonstrate suitable technological packages and delivery systems for sustainable development of the region in harmony with local perceptions..

• Centre for Land and Water Resource Management (CLWRM)
• Centre for Socio-Economic Development (CSED)
• Centre for Biodiversity Conservation & Management (CBCM)
• Centre for Environmental Assesment & Climate Change (CEA&CC)

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