The First National Conference on Permaculture and Sustainability
NCPS 2024
At The Art of Living International Center Bangalore
31st Aug and 1st Sep 2024
Vision of the Conference
To increase awareness and promote the wide scale adoption of Permaculture and Sustainability
Who can attend?
Permaculture & Sustainability Enthusiast, Permaculture Practitioners, Government Organizations & Policy Makers, Sustainability aware Organizations & Corporates, Environmental Ventures & Startups, NGOs, Researchers, Academicians and Students.
What would be the mode of discussion?
Keynote talks, panel discussions, invited talks, posters and workshops.
Which topics will be covered?
Conference topics will cover a broad spectrum of topics from Permaculture to Regenerative Agriculture and Sustainability.
Speakers
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar
Founder of The Art of Living
Mr. Binay Kumar
Director, The Art of Living Permaculture
Country Director India, CIFOR-ICRAF
Dr. Chandrashekhar Biradar
Key Note Speaker
Key Note Speaker
Key Note Speaker
Other Speakers
Ravi S Choudhary Young renowned author
Conference Schedule
Topics planned to be covered (tentative)
Arrival and check-in from 30th Aug 12pm till 31st Aug entire day
❏Permaculture in Urban Environments
❏Permaculture Design and Techniques
❏Permaculture Policy and Advocacy
❏Permaculture Economics
❏Soil Health and Regeneration
❏Water Management and Conservation
❏Food Forest Design and Management
❏Permaculture and Indigenous Knowledge
❏Climate Change Adaptation and Permaculture
❏Air and Permaculture
❏Permaculture with Indigenous Cows
❏Natural Building Techniques
❏Permaculture in Arid Environments
❏Biodiversity and Wildlife Habitat Creation
❏Community Resilience and Permaculture
Registration
General participants:-
Residential : aolic.org/4192
Non-Residential: aolic.org/4195
AOL Permaculture Graduates*:-
Residential: aolic.org/4191
Non-Residential: aolic.org/4194
Corporate Delegates:-
Only Residential: aolic.org/4193
Students**:-
Non-Residential: aolic.org/4190
Eligibility
* AOL Permaculture Graduates - Candidates who have taken any of the Permaculture courses, either basic (Home Grown Home Cooked) or advance (Permaculture and Beyond, or Permaculture Retreat) from the Art of Living are eligible to register in this category. The details will be validated with the Art of Living database.
**Students - College students need to bring their college student identity card for verification.
Conference Committee
Dr. Prabhakar Rao: Chairman, SSIAST, The Art of Living
Mr. Prasanna Prabhu: Chairman, VVKI, The Art of Living
Mr. Binay Kumar Singh: Director, The Art of Living Permaculture
Ms. Uma, Advisor VVKI, The Art of Living
Ms. Nisha Agarwala: AOL Permaculture Graduate, The Art of Living
Mr. Sandesh Bundla: AOL Permaculture Graduate, The Art of Living
Dr. Satya Prakash Mehra: Environment cum Development professional
Mr. Rajesh Kumar: Institutional Relations Manager, The Art of Living
Mr. Venkat Rao: Ex-Aeronautical Engineer, Qatar Airways
Sponsorship Opportunities
This is a unique opportunity for Corporates to join hands with The Art of Living in hosting the first National Conference on Permaculture and Sustainability (NCPS 2024) and become the leading voice on Sustainability.
Gold
Corporate Passes, Workshop Stalls, 360 degree promotion
Silver
Corporate Passes, Website and Social Media Promotion
Platinum
Corporate Passes, Workshop Stalls, Speaking Slots, 360 degree promotion and Consultation
Lets connect to discuss...
Phone:
Sandesh B. 9902065933
Venkat Rao 9731223974
Email:
permaculture@vvmvp.org
About The Art of Living
The Art of Living Foundation, established in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a stress-free, violence-free society. Operating in over 150 countries, it offers various programs, including yoga, meditation, and the Sudarshan Kriya breathing technique, to promote mental clarity and overall well-being. The foundation also engages in extensive humanitarian efforts such as disaster relief, education, and environmental sustainability, impacting millions of lives worldwide.
About Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a globally respected spiritual leader and humanitarian, renowned for his teachings on inner peace and universal brotherhood. Born in 1956 in Tamil Nadu, India, he founded the Art of Living Foundation and developed the Sudarshan Kriya technique. His vision extends beyond individual well-being to societal transformation, advocating for a violence-free, stress-free world. His work in promoting peace, education, and environmental conservation has earned him numerous accolades and a dedicated following across the globe.
About The Art of Living Permaculture
Established in November 2013, the Art of Living Permaculture transformed a 6-acre barren land at the Art of Living International Centre into a flourishing ecosystem. It promotes sustainable farming and ecological harmony with a focus on growing and learning. The site features over 100 types of fruits and vegetables, 63 bird species, 28 types of snakes, and many butterflies, bees, and reptiles. Training programs include "Home Grown Home Cooked" for beginners and "Permaculture & Beyond" for advanced learners, covering air purification, water management, and soil fertility. With over 150 workshops conducted and 1,500+ participants reached, these efforts foster a deep connection with nature and promote eco-friendly practices for a sustainable future.
Conference Venue
The Art of Living International Center Bengaluru
Address
21st KM, Udayapura Post, Kanakapura Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560082
Contact No.: Sandesh B: 9902065933 Venkat Rao: 9731223974
Email: permaculture@vvmvp.org