Green Hills Group, established in 2004, is a registered nonprofit organization committed to preserving the natural beauty and ecological diversity of the hills surrounding Pune city. With a dedicated team of core volunteers and the vital support of passionate nature enthusiasts, our mission includes rainwater harvesting, tree plantation, and biodiversity conservation. Corporate funding is instrumental in meeting our operational expenses, enabling us to focus on our primary objective: keeping Pune’s hills green and promoting environmental awareness. Our efforts not only enrich the local ecosystem but also foster a deeper sense of environmental responsibility within the community.
The 'Green Hills Group, began as a small initiative in 2004, has grown significantly over the years, with 40+ dedicated volunteers working tirelessly to preserve and rejuvenate the hills in and around Pune.
Our efforts are focused on areas such as Chatursinghi, Hanuman Hill, Vetal Hill behind the ARAI company, Vandevi Hill, and Narhe Hills. Currently, we are nurturing thousands of native trees, encompassing over 80 different species. The transformation is truly remarkable, as showcased in our before-and-after pictures, highlighting the journey from barren land to a lush green forest.
We use Continuous contour trenches (CCT) for Tree Plantation. These trenches,serve a dual purpose: preventing soil loss and enhancing water retention. This eco-friendly technique plays a pivotal role in tree plantation.
We also follow the practice of growing native trees by collecting our own seeds, nurturing saplings, and then facilitating their plantation is a powerful tool for biodiversity conservation. Growing saplings from collected seeds allows us to foster the growth of resilient and regionally adapted tree populations.
Beyond our core environmental initiatives, Green Hills Group is dedicated to fostering environmental awareness within the community. Every year, we host exhibitions on World Environment Day to highlight critical environmental challenges. We also collaborate with schools to conduct regular sessions on environmental education. Believing in the strength of collective action, we actively encourage more volunteers to join our weekly environmental drives, inspiring greater participation and commitment to the cause.