Rural technology for green skills and livelihood sustainability in Uttarakhand of Indian Himalayan region

Ritesh Joshi, Kanchan Puri

Article ID: 4483
Vol 7, Issue 1, 2024

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Abstract


Concerns for the environment in India have led to increasing calls to sensitize youth through Environment Education and strengthen their skills which focus on environmentally conscious sustainable future. Green skilled people with expertise in environment management/conservation along with commitment will help in achieving the sustainable development goals. Uttarakhand region of India harbours rich biodiversity that fulfil the needs of local people. Utilizing the potential of ‘Rural Technology’ for developing green skills in the region will help in livelihood sustainability in Uttarakhand. This short communication highlights about the opportunities in Rural Technology used for green skills and livelihood sustainability in Uttarakhand of Indian Himalayan Region.


Keywords


rural technology; Uttarakhand; biodiversity; livelihood; local communities

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.24294/nrcr.v7i1.4483

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