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SCCCS celebrates its 4th Foundation Day on 7th March 2026
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ABOUT SCCCS

The Symbiosis Centre for Climate Change and Sustainability (SCCCS), established in March 2022, is a research centre under Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

“Climate change is not just an environmental issue—it is shaping the future of investment, technology, and human development in the 21st century.”

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VISION

Addressing contemporary climate change and sustainability issues through research, policy analysis, outreach, and advocacy for achieving net-zero goals

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MISSION

To conduct contemporary, issue-based, cutting-edge interdisciplinary research on climate change impacts, mitigation, adaptation, and sustainable development at the local, regional, and national levels.

RESEARCH FOCUS AREAS
RESEARCH FOCUS AREAS
One Health
One Health: Connecting Environmental, Animal, and Human Wellbeing
  • Impact of residual antibiotics and pharmaceuticals on soil, water & food systems
  • AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance)
  • Landfills & Community Health
  • Climate-linked diseases
Water & Climate Change
Water & Climate Change: The Invisible Crisis
  • N₂O emissions from wastewater treatment
  • AMR spreads in water ecosystems
  • Constructed wetlands for effluent treatment
  • Himalayan Wetlands at the Climate Crossroads
Bioenergy & Carbon Capture
Bioenergy & Carbon Capture: Transforming Waste into Climate Solutions
  • Hydrogenotrophic methanogens for high-quality biogas
  • Renewable energy integration
  • From Carbon to Current: Powering Batteries with Microalgae
Biodiversity & Waste Management
Biodiversity to Conservation Models
  • Conservation initiatives on campus
Sustainable Agriculture & Carbon Mitigation
Sustainable Agriculture & Carbon Mitigation: Reimagining Food Production for Climate Solutions
  • Methane mitigation in livestock and paddies
  • Alternative approaches: Biochar
Sustainable Agriculture & Carbon Mitigation
Energy and Urban Sustainability
  • Low Carbon Smart Cities
  • Renewable energy management
  • Climate finance and policy
Sustainable Agriculture & Carbon Mitigation
Campus Sustainability
  • 2000 Watts Smart Campus
  • Sustainability Report
  • Sustainability Initiatives
Sustainable Agriculture & Carbon Mitigation
Climate Education and Capacity Building
  • Youth Climate and Biodiversity Awareness
  • Training sessions/ workshops and consulting
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
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publications
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Research Grants
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Donors
DONORS/FUNDING AGENCIES
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Infrastructure
Infrastructure (Facilities & Equipment)
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Collaborators
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FUTURE ROADMAP (2025–2030)
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Establish SCCCS as a National Nodal Centre for Climate Science

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Drive Science–Policy–Society Engagement through Strategic Partnerships

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Achieve Measurable Progress towards Campus Net-Zero and Low-Carbon Operations

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Advance India-Centric Climate–Health and Waste Systems Research

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Build Capacity, Awareness, and Leadership for Climate Action