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Our Vision
A thriving, green and resilient world where people, nature and culture live in harmony.
Ecological Restoration • Community • Innovation
Restoring Nature.
Empowering Future.
VERCouncil brings communities, institutions, knowledge and innovation together to restore ecosystems and build resilient, sustainable futures.
Local action. Measurable impact. A living planet.
360°Community participation
2030Future-focused action
06+Core program areas
01Restoration-first approach
06+Core program areas
360°Community participation
2030Future-focused action
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Nature + PeopleRestoration with purpose
Who We Are
A council for a living planet.
VERCouncil — Vasudha Ecological Restoration Council — is envisioned as a collaborative platform for ecological restoration, community empowerment, sustainable livelihoods and nature-positive innovation.
Our approach connects local action with measurable environmental outcomes and responsible partnerships.
“Restoration is not only about bringing nature back. It is about creating communities that can thrive with nature.”
Our Direction
Vision & Mission
A shared direction for communities, institutions and partners working toward a healthier planet.
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Our Mission
To restore and regenerate ecosystems through community action, innovation, knowledge and partnerships.
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Our Principle
Local participation, scientific thinking, traditional knowledge and transparent impact.
What We Do
Six pathways to restoration.
Integrated programs designed to turn ecological challenges into community-led solutions.
Green Schools
Environmental education, school gardens, biodiversity and student eco-leadership.
Water Body Restoration
Restoration of ponds, temple tanks, wetlands and community water systems.
Eco & Natural Farming
Natural farming, traditional knowledge, soil health and sustainable livelihoods.
Zero Waste Villages
Segregation, recycling, circular economy and community waste solutions.
Temple Forests & Biodiversity
Native trees, medicinal plants, sacred landscapes and habitat restoration.
Green Innovation
Technology, research, carbon solutions and partnerships that scale restoration.
Our Restoration Journey
From challenge to regeneration.
A simple, transparent framework for moving from ecological assessment to long-term scale.
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Assess
Map ecological and community needs.
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Plan
Design science- and community-led solutions.
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Restore
Implement nature-positive interventions.
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Measure
Track ecological and social outcomes.
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Scale
Build partnerships and replicate success.
Leadership
Our Leadership Team
A dedicated team of visionaries, experts and changemakers working together to restore nature and empower a sustainable future.
Founder
Selva Veerathamizhan
Founder & Chairman
VERCouncil
Providing vision and leadership for ecological restoration, sustainable communities and long-term positive impact.
inOur Governance
Board of Directors
Our board brings together diverse expertise to guide VERCouncil in achieving its mission and vision.
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Androalex
Director – Climate, Carbon & ReFi
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Srinivasan Durai
Director – Temple Pond Restoration
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Anandhan J
Director – Temple Forests & Biodiversity
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Karthik Dhanapal
Director – Green Schools Initiative
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Kesavaraman
Director – Water Body Restoration
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Gayathri Veerathamizhan
Director – Zero Waste Village & Circular Economy
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Sundara Varman
Director – Natural Farming & Agroforestry
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Saravanaraj
Director – Eco Villages & Eco Tourism
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Mani
Director – Global Tamil Affairs
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Sriambika
Director – Green Innovation & Digital Platforms
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Saranya
Director – Community, Partnerships & Media
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Manimaran
Director – Green Community & Youth Leadership
Director names and responsibilities are listed as provided. Dummy portraits are used for Srinivasan Durai, Karthik Danapal and Sundara Varman until their photos are available.
Impact Framework
Measure what matters.
VERCouncil projects can be built around transparent indicators that demonstrate environmental, social and economic value.
NatureBiodiversity, native tree cover, soil and water restoration.
PeopleGreen skills, youth leadership, livelihoods and community participation.
ClimateResilience, carbon outcomes and resource efficiency.
Work With Us
Let’s restore together.
Partner with VERCouncil as a school, village, farmer group, NGO, institution, CSR partner, researcher or technology partner.