Vision
Nurture ecologically conscious and climate-literate citizens championing a just and sustainable future for people and planet.
Centre for Climate Action and Nature Club (CCANature)
Advancing climate action and ecological stewardship through education, student research, and sustainable campus practice.
The Centre for Climate Action and Nature Club (CCANature) is a university-level initiative dedicated to advancing climate literacy, environmental research, and nature conservation through academic excellence and community engagement.
Nurturing minds for sustainable Earth.
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Research & AwarenessConducting research and organising awareness campaigns, seminars and symposiums on climate and environmental sustainability.
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Departmental CollaborationFacilitating collaboration across University departments in climate action.
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Policy DialogueFostering policy dialogue on climate and environmental sustainability.
Guiding Principles
Vision, Mission & Motto
The Centre’s work on campus — research, awareness campaigns, seminars, and interdisciplinary collaboration — is grounded in its vision, mission, and motto.
Mission
To advance climate action and ecological stewardship on campus through interdisciplinary education, community engagement, student-led research, and sustainable campus practices — in alignment with global frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Motto
Nurturing minds for sustainable Earth.
Why We Exist
Objectives
These objectives guide the Centre’s research, awareness work, and campus practice.
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Climate Literacy & Ecological Awareness Build climate literacy and ecological awareness across all departments through workshops, seminars, and curriculum integration.02
Research Facilitate student-led research and projects addressing local and regional environmental challenges.03
Sustainable Practices Promote a green campus culture through sustainable practices, waste reduction, energy conservation, and biodiversity support.04
Interdisciplinary Collaboration Foster interdisciplinary collaboration by engaging University departments in climate action.05
Partnership Build partnerships with NGOs, government bodies, industries, and research institutions for real-world impact.06
Campus Sustainability Align campus sustainability efforts with national and global frameworks including India’s NDCs, UN SDGs, and the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration.Guided By
Our Team
The Centre for Climate Action and Nature Club is guided by its Faculty Coordinator and Faculty Co-Coordinator at the Pune Lavasa Campus.
Dr Prateek Tak
Faculty Coordinator · Assistant Professor, School of Law
Dr AVR Akshaya
Faculty Co-Coordinator · Assistant Professor, School of Business Management
Get In Touch
Contact
Centre for Climate Action and Nature Club · Mail ID
ccanature.lavasa@christuniversity.inFor research collaboration, partnership enquiries, and general information.