Earthworks Conservation Foundation

You can find us on the third floor of the building at 214 Chittaranjan Avenue. We are in Room No. 3A. It’s right in the middle of everything in Kolkata, so it’s always loud outside with the buses, the cars, and people shouting. The building itself is a bit old, and the stairs can be a bit of a climb if the lift is acting up again, which happens more often than we’d like. Inside, it’s just a simple room with some tables and a lot of maps and files scattered around. We spend our time working on conservation stuff. It’s not always glamorous work. We deal with a lot of data and talk to local folks about how to look after the environment in their own areas. We aren't some big organization with a huge budget. It’s just a few of us who really care about this stuff. We have some old chairs for visitors, though we don't get many people just dropping in without a reason. Usually, we are busy on the phone or planning out what needs to be done next. The walls could probably use a fresh coat of paint, but that isn't really a priority for us right now. We focus on the practical side of things instead. It’s a quiet enough space once you shut the door to the hallway. We don't have a fancy lobby or a receptionist. If you come by, you’ll probably just see us working at our desks. It’s an honest way to spend the day.