Arannya Environment Research Organisation

18/08/2026

AERO and the Government College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sanquelim, Goa, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote environmental education, student development and meaningful engagement with nature.

The partnership will provide students with opportunities for internships, volunteering, certificate courses, research training, seminars, nature camps and workshops. AERO will support the collaboration through guest lectures, environmental and biodiversity research, and academic and outreach initiatives.

Together, we look forward to empowering young minds to understand, protect and conserve our natural environment while contributing towards a more sustainable future.

17/08/2026

AERO signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with C.E.S.'s Smt. Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science, Margao, Goa.

The collaboration seeks to promote student engagement and create opportunities in environmental research, sustainability, and community outreach.

Through this partnership, AERO and Chowgule College look forward to encouraging students to connect knowledge with real-world environmental challenges and contribute meaningfully towards a more sustainable future.

12/08/2026

On World Elephant Day, Goa has a special story to tell. 🐘

Elephants may not be the first animals we associate with Goa, but their occasional presence tells an important story about wildlife movement, forests and connected landscapes.

Goa’s forests are part of a larger ecological network that wildlife depends on. Every wild visitor reminds us of the importance of protecting these spaces and the corridors that connect them.

This World Elephant Day, let’s celebrate Goa’s wild visitor.
**On World Elephant Day, Goa has a special story to tell.** 🐘

Elephants may not be the first animals we associate with Goa, but their occasional presence tells an important story about wildlife movement, forests and connected landscapes.

Goa’s forests are part of a larger ecological network that wildlife depends on. Every wild visitor reminds us of the importance of protecting these spaces and the corridors that connect them.

This World Elephant Day, let’s celebrate Goa’s wild visitors—and continue working towards a future where wildlife can move freely and safely.

11/08/2026

🌿 AERO’s Education Officer, Srujana Naik, was invited to interact with students from Mahila & Nutan English High School, Margao, for an engaging session on biodiversity.

The session explored the diversity of life around us and highlighted the importance of understanding, appreciating, and conserving our natural world. Such interactions play an important role in nurturing environmental awareness and encouraging young minds to become responsible stewards of nature.

10/08/2026

Reflecting on our journey, strengthening our team, and looking ahead.

AERO’s Annual Review Meeting 2025–26 brought our team together for three days of discussions, ideas, collaboration, and celebration.

The meeting included reviews of ongoing projects across all divisions, discussions on achievements and future plans, and an opportunity for our new team members to interact with the Governing Body.

Beyond the discussions and planning, the three days were also about building connections, sharing moments, and having fun as a team.

We look forward to carrying this energy forward into another year of meaningful work for nature, sustainability, and communities.

05/08/2026

We are pleased to welcome Shradha, Samrudhi, Harshvardhan, and Shishir to the Arannya Environment Research Organisation (AERO) as our new Research Officers.

Their enthusiasm and dedication will strengthen our efforts in environmental education, research, and community engagement. We look forward to working together to inspire positive environmental action and create meaningful, lasting impact.

Please join us in wishing them every success as they begin this exciting new journey with AERO.

01/08/2026

As part of AERO's commitment to environmental education, Samrudhi Phadte conducted an interactive session on Biodiversity, School Habitat, and the Surroundings at Azmane High School. Students explored the importance of biodiversity, learned to identify the ecological value of their school campus and surrounding environment, and discussed simple actions that contribute to conservation. Such initiatives encourage young learners to develop a deeper connection with nature while promoting responsible environmental stewardship in their everyday lives.

31/07/2026

AERO's Head of Education, Harshada Gauns, conducted an interactive session at St. Andrew's High School, Goa, focusing on the significance of developing a Biodiversity Register and enhancing School Habitats. The session encouraged students and teachers to observe, document, and conserve the biodiversity around them while creating greener, more resilient learning environments that inspire environmental responsibility.

29/07/2026

🌏 From Georgia, USA to the heart of rural Goa—where communities are leading the way in conservation.

As part of the **Discover India through BITS** programme at BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus, a group of nine undergraduate students and one faculty member from Kennesaw State University, Georgia, USA, visited Mayem Village for an enriching experience in rural life, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable community development.

The visit was facilitated by **Arannya Environment Research Organisation (AERO)** in collaboration with **Mahamaya Vachanalaya, Mayem**, with the support of the **Village Panchayat** and the **Biodiversity Management Committee, Mayem–Vainguinim**.

The delegation met with local leaders, youth champions, and community members who are working tirelessly to conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable living. They also explored **India's first Village Biodiversity Atlas**, learning how community participation can play a transformative role in documenting and protecting our natural heritage.

This visit was more than an exchange of ideas—it was a celebration of collaboration across cultures, proving that local actions can create global impact.

Together, we continue building bridges between communities, education, and conservation.

🎥 Watch the full video and discover how Mayem is inspiring the world.

As part of the Discover India through BITS programme at BITS Pilani...

28/07/2026

On the occasion of World Nature Conservation Day 2026, Shraddha and Samruddhi from AERO highlight one of Goa's most unique yet vulnerable ecosystems—the Lateritic Plateaus.

Often misunderstood as barren or wastelands, these landscapes are biodiversity hotspots that support countless endemic and seasonal species. It's time we recognise their true ecological value and work together to protect them.

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