Trends of changing climate and eco-environment of Kachchh district, Gujarat (2009-10) - Sponsored by GEC, Gandhinagar

• The major findings of the study are an increase in the intensity of cyclones in the district in the last decade compared to previous years and also increase in average rainfall. The areas in western and central Kachchh have shown deterioration in water quality and are identified as critical areas. An increase in pest and insect attacks is reported in horticulture crops due to an increase in rainfall and humidity causing loss to the yield. Immediate and long-term strategies were suggested for adaptation to climate change. A few of the strategies suggested are the development of tsunami emergency plans and sophisticated coastal warning systems, formulation of water management strategies, and improved animal husbandry practices.

Environment clearance for the Jhagadia CETP wastewater disposal project (2009) - Sponsored by MMIPL, Ahmedabad

Status of the ecology of Kim and Kolak River (2024-15) - Sponsored by GEC, Gandhinagar

• In this GEC-funded project, GES evaluated the pollution level along Kim and Kolak using invertebrates as biomarkers.

Geological Study of Coastal Dunes, Nana Layja Village, Kachchh, Gujarat (2015) - Sponsored by Centre for Coastal and Marine Research, Tuticorin

• Eco-sensitive dunes of Nana Layja on the Eastern Bank of Kharod River, Near Nana Layja Village, Kachchh, Gujarat were studied for their biodiversity and geomorphic significance. Based on the findings of the study, the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Zone Authority suggested excluding the coastal dune from the development activities and taking up dunes conservation.

Monitoring of four wetlands around Apollo Tyers Ltd. (2015) - Sponsored by APOLLO Foundation

• GES carried out a water quality assessment of the Gulabpura and Amodar wetlands located around the factory premises of ATL. Based on the finding’s conservation plans for the wetlands were suggested.

Impact of Industrial Pollution on the coastal and marine ecosystem in South Gujarat (2014-2018)- Sponsored by MoES, New Delhi

• Funded by MoES, GOI, the project assessed the pollutant level in the water and sediments in the seven estuaries of South Gujarat. The project also assesses the bioaccumulation of heavy metals in mangroves, fish, and benthic faunas.

Impact of Industrial Pollution on the Coastal and Marine Ecosystem of the Gulf of Kachchh between Dwarka and Rozi beyt (2014-18) - Sponsored by MoES, New Delhi

• Funded by MoES- GOI, the project monitored the impacts of development on critical coastal and marine ecosystems including Mangroves and Corals. The project also monitored air pollution on the mangroves and mangrove associates along the Gulf of Kachchh.

Source-to-sink spatiotemporal variability in sediment fluxes and their control on coastal sediment dispersal systems in Gujarat (2019-21) - Sponsored by MoES, New Delhi

• The study was undertaken to understand Source-to-Sink sediment transport in the two river systems i.e., Dhadhar (central Gujarat) and Chhari (Kachchh) of different climatic regimes of Gujarat. And to understand ecological linkages with sedimentation patterns.

Preparation of Safety and Health Manual for Bhadbhut Barrage – Environmental Health Component - Sponsored by Walter P Moore, India (Pune) Office

Status of groundwater in the villages along Mini River- Self-funded

• The study was undertaken to understand Source-to-Sink sediment transport in the two river systems i.e., Dhadhar (central Gujarat) and Chhari (Kachchh) of different climatic regimes of Gujarat. And to understand ecological linkages with sedimentation patterns.