Independent Foundation • New Delhi, India

Science, Society & Sustainability for a Better World

ARPA Opportunity Foundation advances evidence-based solutions at the intersection of climate resilience, water stewardship, Himalayan conservation, and inclusive education to help communities and ecosystems thrive together.

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2022
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Dr. Pardeep Singh
President & Co-Founder
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Dr. Pardeep Singh

Director & Co-Founder

Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, PGDAV College, University of Delhi. A dedicated environmental scientist and advocate, Dr. Singh leads ARPA's mission to bridge science, society, and policy for a sustainable future.
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We work across six interconnected areas that translate rigorous research into practical action for people, ecosystems, and institutions.

Centre for Education & Societal Well-being

Providing access to basic education for marginalized children and industrial workers. Bridging educational gaps through literacy programs, vocational training, and environmental awareness.

Primary Education AccessAdult LiteracyEnvironmental Education

Centre for Water & Climate Resilience

Promoting rejuvenation of rivers, lakes, wetlands, and traditional reservoirs through nature-based solutions, rainwater harvesting, and community stewardship.

Water Body RestorationRainwater HarvestingAquifer Recharge

Centre for Himalayan Studies

Specialized research on the fragile Himalayan ecosystem — studying glacial retreat, biodiversity loss, and building resilience for mountain communities and indigenous peoples.

Glacial Impact AssessmentIndigenous KnowledgeMountain Biodiversity

Centre for Sustainable Agriculture

Advocating for sustainable farming practices that integrate indigenous technical knowledge, minimize environmental impact, and address the water–climate–agriculture nexus.

AgroecologyIndigenous Technical KnowledgeFood Security

Centre for Environmental Pollution & Policy

Developing innovative technologies and policies to reduce air, water, and soil pollution while promoting waste management and ecological impact assessments of large projects.

Pollution MonitoringEIA AssessmentsWaste Management

Centre for Climate Science & Social Networking

A hub for scientific and social collaboration, bringing together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and communities to develop holistic, evidence-based solutions.

Research & InnovationPolicy AdvocacyCapacity Building
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State of the Himalayas 2024: Climate Impacts and Community Resilience
Research Report
ARPA Research Team

State of the Himalayas 2024: Climate Impacts and Community Resilience

15 December 2024View
Water Body Rejuvenation: A Policy Framework for Urban India
Policy Brief
Dr. Pardeep Singh

Water Body Rejuvenation: A Policy Framework for Urban India

20 November 2024View
Education for Sustainability: Bridging Gaps for Marginalized Communities
Working Paper
ARPA Foundation

Education for Sustainability: Bridging Gaps for Marginalized Communities

8 October 2024View
Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Adaptation in the Himalayas
Research Paper
Prof. A.S. Raghubanshi

Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Adaptation in the Himalayas

15 September 2024View
Sustainable Agriculture: Integrating Traditional Wisdom with Modern Science
Policy Brief
Dr. Udaya Bhan Singh

Sustainable Agriculture: Integrating Traditional Wisdom with Modern Science

22 August 2024View
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