Research Reports :-

Under the Switch Asia project, two baseline studies were commissioned to explore the environmental impact of selected textile and craft production processes and the market potential for environment friendly products in India. Please send your comments and feedback to Nupur Bahl, Manager, Switch Asia Project at n.bahl@aiacaonline.org

1. Domestic Market Research on Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Textile Products In India : The study explores the meaning, scope and standards of eco-friendly products available to Indian textile and crafts producers. It seeks to identify and assess the market for sustainable Indian eco-friendly products both within the country and in export markets.
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2. Baseline Study on Environment, Occupational Health and Safety issues in the Crafts Sector : The objective of the study is to look at environment and health issues in small-scale textile production and home based craft industries in India. It explores the occupational health hazards to the artisans and provides recommendations to reduce the environmental impact of production processes.
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3. Occupational Health and Safety Manual for Artisans : This manual is an attempt to lay out the broad principles and strategies to be followed for safety, based on the baseline study conducted in 2009 of the hazards present and their impacts in five clusters across Rajasthan and Orissa.
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