About Parisar
Understanding the city.
Changing the future
Parisar was established in 1981 with a vision of creating liveable, equitable and healthy cities for present and future generations
Our Work
Parisar is a Pune-based non-profit organisation working on environment and urban issues. Since 1981, we have been studying urban growth, policy advocacy and public engagement to promote sustainable and people-friendly cities.
Our Story
How We Work
Scientifically Data-Based Approach
Deploying precision sensors and methodologies to gather reliable empirical evidence from targeted environmental zones.
Policy Analysis
Translating raw data into comprehensive policy briefs, identifying regulatory gaps, and proposing evidence-based legislative solutions.
Public Engagement
Democratizing access to data through community workshops and transparent reporting to foster informed civic action.
Systematic Changes
Partnering with municipalities to implement long-term infrastructure and regulatory shifts based on localized findings.
Focus Areas
Public Awareness
Empowering communities with localized data to drive informed civic participation and policy changes. We translate complex datasets into accessible dashboards and host localized intervention workshops.
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Crematoria Emissions
Monitoring and advocating for cleaner air standards in urban zones through precision data collection. Our sensors track particulate matter and harmful gases to establish baselines for necessary regulatory intervention.
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Waste Burning
Developing systemic solutions to reduce environmental impact and health risks from informal waste management. We map burn sites and analyze toxic fallout to guide municipal waste management restructuring.
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