Water Conservation
Growing water scarcity, erratic rainfall, declining groundwater levels, and climate change continue to threaten communities across India. Through a combination of traditional water harvesting techniques and nature-based solutions, Grow-Trees.com has implemented water conservation projects that improve groundwater recharge, increase water availability, strengthen biodiversity, and support rural livelihoods. Over the years, these initiatives have restored traditional water bodies, created new ponds, and revived Himalayan water harvesting systems, delivering lasting environmental and community benefits.
Across its water conservation initiatives, Grow-Trees.com has worked to improve water security, strengthen ecosystems and support rural communities.
65
Water Conservation Structures
23.37M
Litres Total Water Storage Capacity
3,880+
Direct Beneficiaries
0.78M
Approximate Volume (cubic feet)
Financial Year
Project
During FY 2020–21, Grow-Trees.com rejuvenated and enlarged an artificial water pond in Jharkhand under the Trees for Elephants® initiative.
Key Outcome
Increased rainwater storage capacity while generating local employment and improving water security.
Project Overview
Water Ponds
1
Capacity
2.04M
litres
Dimensions
80 × 60 × 15 ft
Beneficiaries
100
Man-Days Employment Generated
20–30
During FY 2020–21, Grow-Trees.com rejuvenated and enlarged an artificial water pond in Jharkhand under the Trees for Elephants® initiative. Implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, the project generated local employment while increasing the pond's rainwater storage capacity.
The restored pond now supports irrigation, livestock, groundwater recharge, wildlife, fisheries, and surrounding vegetation, improving water security and strengthening the local ecosystem.
Groundwater Recharge
Water Security
Wildlife Support
Local Employment
Financial Year
Project
A traditional pond in Budhawali Village was desilted and revived to improve water storage, irrigation, and groundwater recharge.
Key Outcome
Improved water availability and groundwater recharge, benefiting around 200 households.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
9.84M
litres
Beneficiaries
200
households
Man-Days Employment Generated
200
In Uttar Pradesh, Grow-Trees.com revived a traditional pond in Budhawali Village through desilting and restoration, improving water storage and availability for the local community.
The restored pond supports irrigation and groundwater recharge, helping improve water security and providing benefits to around 200 households in the surrounding area.
Water body revived
litres Water storage capacity
Households benefited
Man-days of employment generated
Project
A new recharge pond was constructed to harvest seasonal rainfall and support agriculture, livestock, and local wildlife.
Key Outcome
Reduced water scarcity while supporting nearly 500 people, around 1,500 livestock, nearby agriculture, and local wildlife.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
0.64M
litres
Beneficiaries
500 People
70 households
Man-Days Employment Generated
20
In Rajasthan, Grow-Trees.com constructed a new recharge pond to capture and store seasonal rainfall, helping address local water scarcity and improve water availability.
The pond supports nearly 500 people and around 1,500 livestock, while also benefiting nearby agricultural activities and local wildlife through improved access to water.
Water body created
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
70 households
Man-days of employment generated
Financial Year
State
Uttarakhand
Project
Thirty-two traditional Khaals were constructed to slow rainwater runoff, improve groundwater recharge, reduce soil erosion, and strengthen Himalayan forests.
Key Outcome
Improved groundwater recharge and strengthened the surrounding forest ecosystem.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
32
Capacity
0.72M
litres
Dimensions
19.69 × 16.40 × 2.46 ft
Beneficiaries
1,240
Man-Days Employment Generated
228
In Uttarakhand, Grow-Trees.com restored 32 traditional Khaals, small water-harvesting structures designed to slow down rainwater runoff and improve groundwater recharge.
The restoration helped reduce soil erosion, improve water retention and strengthen the resilience of Himalayan forests and surrounding ecosystems.
Khaals restored
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Man-days of employment generated
State
Jharkhand
Project
A community pond was created to harvest monsoon rainfall, improving water availability for irrigation, livestock, groundwater recharge, and surrounding rural communities.
Key Outcome
Enhanced long-term water security while supporting biodiversity and healthier ecosystems.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
3.40M
litres
Dimensions
100 × 60 × 20 ft
Beneficiaries
100
Man-Days Employment Generated
20–30
In Jharkhand, Grow-Trees.com developed a community pond to harvest and store monsoon rainfall, improving water availability for local communities.
The pond supports irrigation and livestock while contributing to groundwater recharge and strengthening water security for rural communities.
Community pond developed
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Man-days of employment generated
Financial Year
State
Jharkhand
Project
A community rainwater harvesting pond was developed to improve water availability and strengthen local groundwater recharge.
Key Outcome
Supports irrigation, livestock and improved water security for the surrounding community.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
1.78M
litres
Dimensions
70 × 60 × 15 ft
Beneficiaries
100
Man-Days Employment Generated
20–30
A community pond was developed to harvest and store seasonal rainfall, helping improve water availability for the surrounding rural community.
The pond provides an important source of water for local needs, while supporting groundwater recharge and strengthening water security for the community.
With a storage capacity of 1,783,958, the project benefits around 100 people and also generated approximately 20–30 man-days of employment during its implementation.
Community pond developed
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Man-days of employment generated
State
Jharkhand
Project
A community pond was developed in Loadih Village to harvest rainwater, support groundwater recharge and improve water availability for local households.
Key Outcome
The Loadih Village pond benefits 207 households.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
0.85M
litres
Dimensions
50 × 50 × 12 ft
Beneficiaries
207
households
Man-Days Employment Generated
20–30
A community water conservation project was implemented to create and store rainwater, helping improve water availability for local communities and strengthen groundwater recharge.
The project developed a water body with a storage capacity of 849,504, providing an important source of water for surrounding households and supporting local water security.
The initiative benefits 207 households and also generated approximately 20–30 man-days of employment during the project implementation.
Water body created
litres Water storage capacity
Households benefited
Man-days of employment generated
State
Jharkhand
Project
Another community rainwater harvesting pond was developed to improve local water availability and support a healthier agricultural landscape.
Key Outcome
Improved water security, groundwater recharge and support for rural communities.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
0.85M
litres
Beneficiaries
100
Man-Days Employment Generated
20–30
A water conservation project was implemented to improve local water availability by creating a water body to capture and store seasonal rainfall.
With a storage capacity of 884,900, the water body helps improve water security for the surrounding community while supporting groundwater recharge and local water needs.
The project benefits around 100 people and generated approximately 20–30 man-days of employment during its implementation.
Water body created
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Man-days of employment generated
Financial Year
State
Rajasthan
Project
Two farm ponds were developed to improve irrigation and strengthen water availability for farmers.
Key Outcome
Improved irrigation and water availability for local farmers.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
2
Capacity
2.65M
litres
Dimensions
125 × 25 × 8–10 ft
Beneficiaries
1,000
A water conservation initiative was undertaken to improve water availability and strengthen local water security through the development and restoration of water bodies.
The project includes two water bodies, with a combined reported capacity of 884,900, helping capture and store water for local communities and supporting groundwater recharge.
The initiative benefits around 1,000 people while supporting agricultural and community water needs and improving resilience against seasonal water scarcity.
Water bodies supported
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Water body dimensions
State
Rajasthan
Project
A large community waterbody was developed in Bhoyal Village to strengthen year-round water availability for the surrounding community.
Key Outcome
Strengthened year-round water availability for around 500 people.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
1
Capacity
2,654,700
Dimensions
250 × 25 × 15 ft
Beneficiaries
500 people
90 households
In Rajasthan, Grow-Trees.com developed a large community waterbody in Bhoyal Village to strengthen water availability for the surrounding community.
The waterbody has a reported storage capacity of 2,654,700 and helps capture and store water, supporting local water needs and improving resilience during periods of water scarcity.
The project benefits around 500 people across approximately 90 households, supporting the community's long-term water security.
Community waterbody developed
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
90 households
Waterbody dimensions
State
Uttarakhand
Project
Twenty-five traditional Khaals were restored to help retain rainwater, improve groundwater recharge, conserve soil moisture, and support the Himalayan ecosystem.
Key Outcome
Supported forest regeneration and wildlife habitats across the Himalayan landscape.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
25
Capacity
0.56M
litres
Dimensions
19.69 × 16.40 × 2.46 ft
Beneficiaries
1,240
In Uttarakhand, Grow-Trees.com restored 25 traditional Khaals, small water-harvesting structures that help retain rainwater and improve groundwater recharge in the Himalayan landscape.
The restored Khaals help conserve soil moisture, reduce rainwater runoff and improve local water retention, contributing to healthier forests and more resilient mountain ecosystems.
The project has a reported water storage capacity of 562,500 and benefits around 1,240 people while supporting forest regeneration and wildlife habitats.
Traditional Khaals restored
litres Water storage capacity
People benefited
Typical dimensions
Financial Year
State
Uttarakhand
Project
Six water recharge ponds were initiated across Uttarkashi and Nainital to strengthen water security in the Himalayan region.
Key Outcome
Improved rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge for mountain communities and ecosystems.
Project Overview
Water Recharge Ponds
6
Location
Uttarkashi & Nainital
Construction
Stone masonry & concrete lining
Additional Feature
Solar lighting
In Uttarakhand, six water recharge ponds were developed across Uttarkashi and Nainital to improve rainwater harvesting and strengthen water security in the Himalayan region.
Constructed using stone masonry and concrete lining, the ponds help retain rainwater and support groundwater recharge while improving water availability for mountain communities and surrounding ecosystems.
The project also incorporates solar lighting, adding a sustainable feature to the water conservation infrastructure and supporting safer access around the ponds.
State
Uttar Pradesh
Project
Five community ponds were developed and restored across villages in Uttar Pradesh to improve water availability, irrigation, groundwater recharge and ecological resilience.
Key Outcome
Directly benefiting more than 8,600 people while supporting sustainable rural livelihoods.
Project Overview
Water Bodies
5
Community Ponds
Project Locations
Singrauli, Mirzapur & Sonbhadra
Direct Beneficiaries
8,600+
people*
Focus
Ecological Restoration
In Uttar Pradesh, five community ponds were developed and restored across Singrauli, Mirzapur and Sonbhadra to improve local water availability and strengthen rural water security.
The restored ponds support irrigation, groundwater recharge and ecological restoration, helping communities manage seasonal water needs while improving the resilience of surrounding ecosystems.
The initiative directly benefits more than 8,600 people and contributes to sustainable rural livelihoods through improved access to water and healthier local ecosystems.
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