BSF – IIHS Library Exhibition 

Urban ecology, an emerging field, examines the intricate relationship between cities and biodiversity. Traditionally, ecologists have focussed on ‘pristine’ environments with minimal human impact to study biodiversity. However, the world over, population growth and urbanisation are transforming natural landscapes and habitats, significantly altering biodiversity patterns.

Understanding urban ecological dynamics is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate biodiversity loss and promote nature conservation within cities and for improved sustainability. However, the process of urbanisation intertwines with social and economic factors, creating complex interactions that demand our attention. Urban ecology addresses these challenges by studying ecology in, of, and for the city.

Through a series of engaging activities focussed on India, the exhibition for the quarter Oct – Dec 2024 is curated to introduce a broader audience to this fascinating area of research.

For a literature review on recent publications in urban ecology in India, you can find a summary and a list of additional readings here. Please refer to the subject guides for Urban Ecology and Environment and Sustainability for library resources. The Library and exhibition are open to the public.
 
Curated by Mihir Kulkarni, IIHS School of Environment and Sustainability; Bengaluru Sustainability Forum; and the IIHS Library Team.

16 Nov 2024 | Saturday

A day to explore the myriad ways our daily lives connect with urban ecology; through food, folklore, poetry and more!

Session 1 || 10:30 – 11:30 AM 
Can we make responsible seafood choices?
by: Mayuresh Gangal

Session 2 || 12:00 – 1:30 PM 
Rooted in the City: Edible Plants in the Urban Ecosystem
by: Suresh Kumar G

Session 3 || 2:30 – 3:30 PM 
Urban Ecology in folklore and culture
by: Vikram Sridhar

Session 4 || 4:00 – 6:00 PM
‘Weaving Words’, an Eco Poetry Workshop
by: Mamta Sagar & Kaavya Sanje

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28 Nov – 19 Dec | Weekly Webinars

A series of 4 weekly webinars around the emerging field of urban ecology which studies ecology in, of, and for the city.

28 Nov 2024 || 4-5PM IST

Are cities “The Room of Requirement” for opportunistic animals?

Nishant Kumar

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05 Dec 2024 || 4-5PM IST

Apples and Oranges: A birds’ perspective on native & introduced plant species in the city

Purabi Deshpande 

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12 Dec 2024 || 4-5PM IST 

Adapting to a rapidly changing world: stories from two ends of the earth

Anuradha Batabyal

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19 Dec 2024 || 4-5PM IST 

Vilayati Keekar : The Making of an Invasive Species

Nivedita Tuli

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