Mulshi: Tata Power, India’s largest integrated power company, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) to launch a large-scale project of Miyawaki afforestation in Mulshi lake catchment area of its hydroelectric operations.
The initiative aims to plant 2.7 lakh native saplings across 47 acres, reinforcing Tata Power’s commitment to biodiversity conservation, carbon reduction, and sustainable water management.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed at Tata Power’s Lonavala office, with top executives from both organizations present. The project will be executed in three phases over five years across the villages of Adgaon and Barpe, utilizing the Miyawaki technique to create dense, fast-growing, native forests.
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Miyawaki Afforestation in Mulshi: Key Highlights of Initiative
- 2.7 lakh saplings representing 54 indigenous species will be planted.
- Implementation to span 47 acres in hydro catchment areas.
- The project is designed to improve biodiversity, carbon sequestration, soil health, and groundwater recharge.
- Aligns with Tata Power’s “no net loss to biodiversity” and “Sustainable is Attainable” commitments.
A Science-Backed Ecological Restoration Approach
The Miyawaki method, a globally recognized technique for creating self-sustaining native forests, will play a central role in this ecological restoration. It involves planting diverse native species in a layered structure to replicate natural forests, thereby enhancing ecosystem resilience, supporting pollinators and wildlife, and reducing soil erosion and siltation in water bodies.
Miyawaki afforestation in Mulshi: A Collaborative Vision for India’s Green Future
Himal Tewari, CHRO and Chief – Sustainability & CSR, Tata Power said: “Miyawaki afforestation in Mulshi reflects Tata Power’s enduring legacy of aligning development with environmental preservation. In partnership with BNHS, we aim to regenerate critical ecosystems and foster climate-resilient landscapes across the Western Ghats.”
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Praveensingh Pardeshi, President, BNHS, added: “This partnership demonstrates the power of collaboration in building a sustainable future. Tata Power’s proactive approach to biodiversity and community upliftment makes this project especially meaningful.”
Kishor Rithe, Director, BNHS, said: “This initiative deepens our long-standing collaboration with the Tata Group. It is a vital step toward preserving biodiversity in one of India’s most ecologically sensitive regions.”
Tata Power has planted over 4.4 million trees and saplings across India under various environmental stewardship programs, including its flagship Tree Mittra campaign and employee-led plantation drives. The company continues to drive climate-positive change through science-backed ecological restoration, community engagement, and policy-aligned sustainability efforts.
This initiative of Miyawaki afforestation in Mulshi is another step in Tata Power’s journey to create climate-resilient, biodiverse ecosystems while delivering long-term value to communities and the environment.
