To introduce bio- and botanical pesticides and other locally appropriate cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to DDT as first step for reduction and eventual elimination of dependency on DDT, ensuring food safety, enhancing livelihood and protecting human health and the environment.
Project Details
GEF Project ID
4612
Country
India
Implementing Agencies
United Nations Industrial Development Organization
United Nations Environment Programme
Status
Project Approved
Region
Asia
Executing Agencies
MoEF, MHF&W, MoCF, WHO and other relevant national partners
GEF Period
GEF - 5
Project Type
Full-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund
Project Documents
Financials
USDCo-financing Total
43,147,167
GEF Project Grant
10,000,000
GEF Agency Fees
1,000,000
Timeline
Received by GEF
28 Aug 2011
Concept Approved
29 Feb 2012
Project Approved for Implementation
09 Apr 2015