CSV has followed the following seven progressive steps in its work of evolving new rural technologies which are ecologically sound and lead to social justice:
Identification of Focus Action Areas
- Critical problems / difficulties requiring S&T solutions.
- Generation of new work avenues though use of local resources.
- Upgradation and optimization of traditional skill and knowledge system to meet present day needs.
Search out for Options
To interact with S&T based R&D institutions to find out available technological solutions for the above with a view to select viable alternatives.
Research Project
On the basis of the above information, research projects are undertaken to make the technologies viable and replicable under village conditions.
Extension
The successful technology evolved through field research is tried out in a number of villages to evolved model for its dissemination.
Publication
Results obtained from the research are published through papers, manuals and bulletins.
Training
To train personnel from voluntary organizations who can disseminate the proven technologies over a larger geographical area and demonstrate its multipliability.
Influencing State Policies & Programmes
To use various forums for inclusion of appropriate rural technologies and environmental sustainable enterprises that empower rural artisans and working population in the governmental programs, plans and policies
Areas of Activities & Facilities
CSV has a multi-disciplinary team composed to technical staff volunteers, ranging from engineers, social scientists and artisans, assisted and supported by apprentice rural youth. About one hundred of them work at the various CSV campuses in different fields.
Fields of Work
- Renewable Energy
- Agriculture & Environment
- Rural Housing and Sanitation
- Tools & Equipment
- New Industries & Crafts
- Women Technologies
- Science Popularization & Awareness Generation
Campus Locations & Facilities
Besides the basic documentation and administrative facilities of Magan Sangrahalaya, Wardha, the CSV work at the following campus with respective facilities.
Dattapur (6 Km) – Base Campus
Karla (5 Km) – Cover Management, Spirulina Production
Kumarappapuram (7 Km) – Building Centre, Sanitation Park
These campuses has the following in-house facilities:
- Computer Centre
- Documentation- Publication
- Office Support System
- Analytical Laboratory
- Machine Workshop
- Prototype – Demonstrations
- Hostels and Mess
- Lecture Halls