Centre for Environment Education

What Centre for Environment Education does

Centre for Environment Education (CEE) is a non-profit Centre of Excellence established in 1984 under India's Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), hosted by the Nehru Foundation for Development and headquartered in Ahmedabad. CEE develops environmental education programmes, curriculum-aligned publications, and capacity-building services for K-12 schools, higher education institutions, government departments, NGOs, rural communities, and corporate partners across India, with international affiliations in Canada, Australia, and Sri Lanka. Its portfolio includes CEE Academy (online certificate courses for educators, e.g., Green Clubs Educator Course at 5,500 INR + 18% GST), a Nature Shop e-commerce storefront offering 40+ titles of environmental books and manuals in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, the Eco Clubs programme aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, campaigns such as ActToRestore (UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration) and Freedom to Breathe (with Blueair and Global Action Plan), Nature Camps, GIS services, and interpretation services for natural and cultural heritage sites.

CEE monetizes primarily through government grants, donor funding (NABARD, HCL Foundation, SIDA, German Agro Action, Hans-Seidel-Stiftung, Yale SOM), project-based contracts with state departments, course fees, and publications sales. Its go-to-market combines direct institutional relationships via seven regional offices (West, Central, East, Delhi, South, North, North East), self-serve digital channels (CEE Academy, Nature Shop), and partnerships with UN bodies (UNESCO, UNEP, IUCN) and corporates (ArcelorMittal, Blueair). Notable proprietary assets include the Handprint concept (launched at ICEE 2007) and a content library that supports NCERT-aligned environmental education nationwide. As a government-established non-profit with no venture funding and no equity instrument, CEE's financial scale is opaque; revenue is not publicly disclosed, though headcount of 251-500 and pan-India operational footprint suggest an operating budget in the low-to-mid tens of millions USD, sustained largely by institutional and donor funding rather than commercial monetization.

Name

Centre for Environment Education

Legal name

Centre for Environment Education

Website

https://ceeindia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Centre for Environment Education (CEE) is an India-based non-profit Centre of Excellence under MoEFCC that delivers environmental education programmes, publications, and capacity-building services to schools, government departments, NGOs, and communities across India and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Education Services

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital/Interactive Curriculum Content (Apps, Games, Multimedia Lessons) (EDACAJAK)

Keywords

• Environmental education
• Sustainability training
• Capacity building
• Educational publishing
• Eco clubs programmes

Headquarters

HQ city

Ahmedabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Publications and Books Sales: CEE publishes and sells educational books, manuals, and materials on environmental topics through its Nature Shop. The organization has published over 40 titles covering various environmental and educational themes.
2. Online Course Fees: CEE Academy offers online certificate courses for educators, teachers, and youth working with eco clubs. Course fee is 5500 INR + 18% GST per participant.
3. Training and Capacity Building: CEE provides training programmes, workshops, and capacity building services to government departments, NGOs, educational institutions, and corporate partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Centre for Environment Education (CEE) designs and delivers environmental education programmes, teacher training, and capacity-building services for schools, higher education institutions, government departments, NGOs, and communities across India. It develops curriculum-aligned educational materials and books, runs the CEE Academy online learning platform, manages eco-club programmes in schools, and provides interpretation services for natural and cultural heritage sites. CEE also organises national-level awareness campaigns on themes such as air quality, ecosystem restoration, and climate change.

Product overview

Centre for Environment Education (CEE) operates as an education-focused NGO offering a portfolio of environmental education products and services. The core offerings include CEE Academy (online certificate courses for educators), a Nature Shop/e-commerce platform for educational publications, and various programmes including Eco Clubs support, Youth Leaders for Sustainable Future, Nature Camps, and campaign initiatives like ActToRestore and Freedom to Breathe. CEE's product portfolio consists of over 40+ environmental education books and manuals covering topics such as waste management, biodiversity, wildlife (elephants, tigers, insects, birds, oceans, deserts), sustainable agriculture (organic farming, pest control, agro-ecosystems), renewable energy (biomass, dew harvesting), ecotourism, and environmental management. Publications are available in English, Hindi, and Gujarati languages, serving schools, colleges, NGOs, and community educators across India. The organization also provides interpretation services for heritage sites, GIS services, and event management for environmental programmes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CEE Academy: Online education platform offering certificate courses for educators on environment and sustainability education through Green Clubs
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Products and services

• CEE Academy Online education platform offering certificate courses for educators, school teachers, youth workers, and NGO staff on environmental and sustainability education. Provides the Green Clubs educator certification program at 5500 INR + 18% GST per participant.
• Nature Shop / Publications Store E-commerce platform for purchasing environmental education books, manuals, posters, charts, and educational materials published by CEE. Includes books in English, Hindi, and Gujarati languages with pricing from Rs. 3 to Rs. 1200.
• Eco Clubs Programme Programme supporting establishment and management of eco clubs in schools and colleges as part of National Education Policy 2020, providing hands-on experiential learning for students in environmental conservation. Coordinates over 6,500 eco clubs in Gujarat alone.
• Youth Leaders for Sustainable Future Certificate course programme for school teachers, youth, college faculty, and NGO educators to enable environment and sustainability education through Green Clubs, aligned with SDG 4.7.
• Nature Camps Outdoor education experiences combining nature education and adventure activities for various age groups, including camps at Mt. Abu in Rajasthan and other locations.
• Interpretation of Natural and Cultural Heritage Educational interpretation services for natural and cultural heritage sites, including stepwells, zoos, and national parks, with signage and exhibit development.
• GIS Cell Services Geographical Information System services for improved education and communication, including complex analysis, representation, networking, and modeling for ESD projects.
• Event Management Services Event organization and management services for environmental education initiatives, campaigns, and programmes.
• Information Facilitation Centre (IFC) Information and facilitation centre providing resources, IEC materials, and support for environmental education initiatives.
• CEENARIO Newsletter Regular newsletter publication covering CEE activities, programmes, and environmental education updates.
• Environmental Orientation to School Education Book providing guidance on integrating environmental education into school curriculum.
• Environmental Education Handbook - Standards VI - VIII Teacher's resource for classes VII and VIII based on the Environment Education syllabus, providing activities, projects and field experiences.
• Energy Matters Teacher's guide for sensitizing students about energy issues and environmental sustainability concerns.
• Garbage to Gardens Activity booklet on solid waste management for schools, helping children understand waste management concepts.
• Green Games Manual Collection of games developed and adapted by CEE for environmental education activities in schools, colleges, and NGOs.
• The Green Teacher Manual discussing experiences and case studies to help incorporate Environment Education for pre-service and in-service teachers.
• The Green Reader Introduction to environmental concerns and issues forming part of the Green School Series, covering ecology, biodiversity, agriculture, energy, climate change, and more.
• The Green Action Guide Action-oriented guide for environmental activities available in English, Hindi, and Gujarati languages.
• Disha - for Sustainable Development Facilitator's handbook covering four key themes: Water, Energy, Biodiversity and Waste Management to help children analyze environmental issues.
• Wild at the Zoo Manual for zoo educators covering various aspects of zoo management, wildlife facts, and worksheets for enriching zoo visit experiences.
• Discovering Deserts Manual examining physical properties of deserts with activities for children to understand desert environments.
• Diving into Oceans Manual examining physical properties of oceans, ocean floor topography, and marine life with activities for children.
• Endangered Elephants Comprehensive manual on elephants covering habitats, behaviour, threats, and conservation needs with activities for children.
• Incredible Insects NatureScope-India series package with detailed information on insects including theme background, activities and educational material.
• Waste Minimization: A practical guide to cleaner production Practical guide examining corporate strategies for waste minimization with case studies from Indian industry.
• Organic Farming Book introducing organic farming concepts and modern agricultural techniques including preparation of organic manure and compost.
• Dew Harvest Book providing insights into dew harvesting technology as a simple and people-friendly water collection method.
• Ecotourism Development in India Guide for sustainable development of ecotourism in India.
• Banking on Biomass Book on biomass-based developmental strategy for sustainable prosperity through renewable energy and dispersed industrialization.
• Nurturing Biodiversity: An Indian Agenda Book critiquing ecological health deterioration and outlining strategies to reverse the process.
• Sustainable Prosperity Book discussing growth patterns based on control and regulation for sustainable growth.
• State of the World Series Series of books covering global environmental topics including urbanization, climate change, agriculture innovation, and sustainable cities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20 million+ school children reached through campaigns
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NABARD's Gramya Vikas Nidhi scheme supported the GI tag registration for Jasdan Patari handicraft. CEE coordinated ground-level documentation and application process for artisan communities.
• Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025EDII provided application and documentation assistance for Jasdan Patari GI tag registration. CEE facilitated the process for artisan communities.
• Gujarat UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint establishment of Management Education Centre on Climate Change (MEC-CC) through MoU signed on 27 November 2008. Centre focuses on capacity building, research, and short/long term courses on climate change.
• BlueairmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for 'Freedom to breathe' campaign - global initiative for children's right to clean air. Blueair is a world leading producer of air purification solutions, part of Unilever family of brands.
• Global Action PlanmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK-based charity running Clean Air Day campaign. Partner in Freedom to breathe campaign implementing air quality education programmes in schools across four cities.
• Yale School of ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Social Entrepreneurship Programme. CEE was one of five Indian NGOs partnering with Yale to expose faculty and students to social entrepreneurship and measure impact.
• CARE IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Samvardhan programme in tribal belt of southern Gujarat. CARE India is a leading humanitarian organisation fighting global poverty.
• Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEE operates as a Centre of Excellence under this ministry. Various national programmes including Pick Right campaign, eco clubs, and policy support.
• HCL FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Noida Waste Management Project. CEE Delhi organized capacity building training for field animators and enumerators under this project.
• IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership through IUCN Commission on Education and Communication (CEC). CEE served as secretariat for SASEANEE (South and Southeast Asia Network for Environmental Education). Mr. Kartikeya Sarabhai served three terms as Asia Chair on CEC Steering Committee.
• UNESCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership through UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (DESD). CEE participated in UNESCO World Conference on ESD 2009 in Bonn. Mr. Kartikeya Sarabhai served as General Rapporteur for 22 workshops.
• UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEE has worked closely with UNEP's OzonAction Programme for nearly 14 years on hydrochlorofluorocarbon phase-out. Dr. R Gopichandran works from UNEP's Bangkok office covering 14 countries in South & South East Asia.
• Central Zoo Authority (CZA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for developing Master Education Plan for Indian Zoos and Adding Value to Zoo Visits sourcebook.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Centre for Science and Environment (CSE): Indian research and advocacy organization focused on environmental education, awareness, and policy. Operates similar programmes for schools and citizens, including publications, training, and campaigns, making it the closest domestic peer to CEE.
• TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute: Major Indian sustainability research and education institution offering capacity building, fellowships, and K-12 outreach on environment and climate. Comparable to CEE in scale, national footprint, and education-for-sustainable-development mandate.
• Development Alternatives: Indian non-profit focused on sustainable development through design, equity, and education, including school-level environmental programmes. Overlaps with CEE on community engagement, livelihoods, and ESD capacity building across India.
• Wildlife Institute of India (WII): Government-affiliated institute under the Ministry of Environment conducting research, training, and outreach in wildlife and habitat conservation, including nature education programmes for schools and capacity building for forest staff.
• WWF India: Indian arm of WWF running environmental education, school programmes, and field projects on species and habitats. Comparable to CEE on K-12 environmental education delivery and NGO partnership networks.
• Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS): Long-standing Indian natural history and conservation society operating education centres, school nature programmes, and a publishing programme. Closely comparable to CEE's mix of nature interpretation, publications, and school outreach.
• Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE): India-focused research and education NGO working on biodiversity, ecosystems, and sustainability with strong environmental education and youth engagement components. Overlaps with CEE on ESD programmes and field-based learning.
• Centre for Wildlife Studies: India-based conservation education and research organization offering nature education, teacher training, and field programmes. Comparable in mission, audience (schools and educators), and delivery model to CEE's education portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• National Geographic Society: Global science and environmental education organization with K-12 programmes, publications, and educator resources. Comparable to CEE's educator-focused content, publications, and youth campaigns at far broader global scale.
• Earth Day Network / EARTHDAY.ORG: Global environmental education and campaign organization running large-scale youth and school engagement programmes across countries. Comparable to CEE's ActToRestore and Freedom to Breathe campaigns in mission and youth-targeted delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/centre-for-environment-education-191800090845603
• Xx.com/CEEahmedabad
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/centre-for-environment-education

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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