Overview: Kumaraguru College of Technology, with the Indo-German Centre for Sustainability, is researching growth management and climate adaptation in Tamil Nadu’s peri-urban areas, focusing on Coimbatore and Madurai. The study examines the Food-Water-Energy-Waste (FWEW) nexus to understand urbanization impacts. It aims to offer insights for sustainable development and resilience by mapping land-use changes, growth trends, and vulnerabilities.
Project Description
Kumaraguru College of Technology, in partnership with the Indo-German Centre for Sustainability (IGCS), is conducting a research initiative to assess and develop strategies for growth management and climate change adaptation in Tamil Nadu’s peri-urban regions, particularly in Coimbatore and Madurai.
The study focuses on the Food-Water-Energy-Waste (FWEW) nexus, emphasizing the interconnections between critical systems in rapidly urbanizing areas. By analyzing these dynamics, the initiative aims to provide actionable insights for sustainable development, resilience building, and climate adaptation.
Key Areas of Collaboration:Mapping land-use changes, growth trends, and vulnerabilities related to the FWEW nexus.
With this recognition, Kumaraguru Institutions continue to inspire and lead by example, fostering a greener, safer, and more resilient future for communities across the nation. Engaging communities to understand local perspectives on climate risks, resource interdependencies, and adaptation needs.
Workshops & Stakeholder Engagement: Organizing workshops involving farmers, urban planners, and governance bodies to foster sustainable solutions.Facilitating multi-stakeholder discussions for collaborative decision-making.
Knowledge Sharing & Dissemination: Publishing research findings in academic journals and policy platforms.
Key Highlights
- Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration: Joint initiative with IGCS, KCT, and Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission to enhance sustainable urban planning.
- Data-Driven Approach: Leveraging research, analytics, and governance strategies for effective urban sustainability solutions.
- Policy Integration: Contributed to data-backed recommendations for state-level urban sustainability policies.
- Capacity Building: Engaged planners, researchers, and students in sustainable urban development initiatives.
Focus Area: Awareness