Name

Centre for Environment and Development

Legal name

Centre for Environment and Development

Website

https://cedindia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Consulting Services

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP) & Permit Compliance Support (EUAHAAAF)

Keywords

• Environmental consulting services
• Geoinformatics training
• Urban development consultancy
• Wastewater management services
• Capacity building programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Thiruvananthapuram

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Consultancy Projects: CED generates revenue through consultancy contracts awarded by various government agencies for environmental management, urban development, water supply, waste management, and related projects. Projects are sponsored by national and state government ministries, departments, and urban local bodies.
2. Research and Development Projects: Research projects funded by government agencies including Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and international development partners (USAID, World Bank, ADB).
3. Training and Capacity Building Programs: Revenue from geoinformatics training programs including Advanced Certificate in Geoinformatics (G1), GIS courses (G2), B.Tech/M.Tech thesis support (G3-G4), internship programs (G5), and specialized training (G6).
4. Project Management Unit (PMU) Services: Establishment and operationalization of PMUs for government missions including JAGA Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission, PMAY, and AMRUT in various states.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CED provides applied research, consultancy, and capacity-building services across seven program areas covering environment management, water supply and sanitation, urban governance, climate resilience, public health, and geoinformatics. The organisation executes government-funded projects, runs Project Management Units (PMUs) for national missions, and delivers structured Geoinformatics training programs (G1–G7) to students and professionals in India.

Product overview

Centre for Environment and Development (CED) operates as a multi-disciplinary research, training, and consultancy organization with seven distinct program areas focused on environment and sustainable development. The core programs include Natural Resources and Environment Management (NREM), Water Supply and Waste Management (WASH), Information and Knowledge Management (IKM), Urban Governance Planning and Management (URD), Climate Resilience and Disaster Management Studies (CRDMS), Public Health Management and Clinical Services (PHMCS), and Policy Studies and Institutional Development (PSID). CED also offers a structured Geoinformatics training program with seven courses (G1-G7) ranging from Advanced Certificate to internship and alumni support services. The organization provides consultancy services across engineering, social development, mapping, biodiversity, forestry, agriculture, and urban/rural development sectors, and operates CED People's Hospital and Research Institute for clinical services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Natural Resources and Environment Management (NREM) Innovative research, training, and consultancy for sustainable natural resource management covering land, water, and bio-resources, including river basin management, biodiversity and wildlife conservation, wetlands studies, and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
• Water Supply, Waste Management, Energy and Environmental Health (WASH) Urban and rural water supply, sewerage, storm water drainage, solid waste management, hydro-geological studies, water resources and watershed management, and energy auditing services for government agencies and communities.
• Information and Knowledge Management (IKM) Geoinformatics, remote sensing applications, spatial mapping and planning, IT and ITES applications for development programs, Management Information System (MIS), and GIS-based solutions for local-level planning.
• Urban Governance, Planning and Management (URD) Urban planning, preparation of City Development Plans, GIS maps for cities and panchayats, solid waste and wastewater management design, storm-water management, and slum improvement programs for urban local bodies.
• Climate Resilience and Disaster Management Studies (CRDMS) Climate change resilience and mitigation research, disaster management and risk reduction studies, capacity building for local bodies, and carbon neutrality initiatives for Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies.
• Public Health Management and Clinical Services (PHMCS) Public health studies and clinical services including CED People's Hospital and Research Institute (CPHRI) with focus on preventive, curative, and supportive care, home-based palliative and geriatric care, and lifestyle clinic services.
• Policy Studies and Institutional Development (PSID) Policy research, legislative analysis, program evaluations, and institutional capacity building for Panchayati Raj institutions, Urban Local Bodies, and government departments.
• Advanced Certificate in Geoinformatics (G1) 26 working days instructor-led intensive skill-oriented program covering practical GIS and remote sensing applications using open-source tools, including site selection, change detection, and interactive web maps, aimed at students, early-career professionals, and domain experts.
• Introduction to GIS Add-on Course (G2) Semester-long 1-credit add-on course for undergraduate and postgraduate students covering spatial thinking and digital mapping skills, priced at ₹5,000 + 18% GST.
• B.Tech Group Project Mentorship (G3) Credit-based add-on course for B.Tech engineering students providing GIS mentorship, domain datasets, and technical framework for semester projects, priced at ₹5,000 + 18% GST per group.
• M.Tech/M.Sc Thesis Research Training (G4) Full-semester research mentorship program providing end-to-end support for postgraduate students undertaking GIS-based thesis work, from synopsis to submission with domain experts.
• Internship Training for Graduates/Post Graduates (G5) Semester-long industry-simulated work experience program in Geoinformatics and GIS applications with 2-3 live projects, industry mentor, and weekly deliverables, priced at ₹10,000 + 18% GST.
• One-Week Hands-on Training (G6) 45-hour intensive bootcamp (5 days, 9 AM to 6 PM) for working professionals, focusing on workflow-based learning and real-world GIS problem solving using open-source tools.
• Forever Technical Support for Alumni (G7) Alumni commitment charter providing ongoing technical support and community access to past Geoinformatics trainees, free of charge.
• CED People's Hospital and Research Institute (CPHRI) Multi-specialty hospital in Thiruvananthapuram with a tripartite focus on Preventive, Curative, and Supportive Care, including home-based palliative and geriatric care and a lifestyle clinic for non-communicable diseases.

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Government of IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCED is an Empanelled Training Institute of MoHUA for conducting capacity building programs for urban local bodies under AMRUT, Swachh Bharat Mission, and other urban development missions. Also empanelled for Preparation of City Development Plans and DPRs for water supply, sanitation, and drainage.
• Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCED serves as National Key Resource Centre for Drinking Water and Sanitation, providing technical support, training, and capacity building for Jal Jeevan Mission implementation across states.
• GIZ (Germany)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGIZ partners with CED on circular economy solutions, waste management modernization, and pandemic resilience programs. Supports capacity building in urban water management through KfW-Germany partnership.
• Government of KeralacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCED has completed numerous projects for various Kerala government departments including solid waste management plants, water supply projects, environmental studies, and disaster management initiatives. Multiple ongoing projects including KSWMP.
• Government of OdishacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCED has extensive partnership with Odisha government through Housing & Urban Development Department. Provides PMU services for JAGA Mission, OUIDF, AMRUT cities, PMAY implementation, and various technical assistance programs.
• Department of Science and Technology, Government of IndiamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDST supports various research projects including NRDMS programs, biodiversity studies, and geospatial technology training through winter/summer schools.
• Forest Department, Government of Andhra PradeshmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCED is preparing Zonal Master Plans for Eco Sensitive Zones for multiple wildlife sanctuaries including Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary, Krishna Wildlife Sanctuary, Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary, and others.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• GIZ India: German development agency that both partners with CED and commissions competing consulting work in India. Relevant as a key donor/partner ecosystem participant shaping CED's project pipeline.

Direct peers

• Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP): India-based research organization covering energy, environment, and urban infrastructure with policy and capacity-building mandates. Overlaps CED on environmental research, geospatial analysis, and government advisory work.
• Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS): India-based research and capacity-building institution focused on urban governance, planning, and climate resilience. Directly comparable to CED's URD and CRDMS programs and government-funded research model.
• The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI): India's largest environmental research and policy organization. Closely comparable to CED in mission (environment + development), government-funded research model, capacity-building programs, and multi-state project footprint.
• National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA): Autonomous body under MoHUA supporting urban policy, capacity building, and research. Highly comparable to CED's MoHUA empanelment and urban governance/missions work (AMRUT, PMAY, Swachh Bharat).
• World Resources Institute India (WRI India): India arm of WRI focusing on sustainable cities, climate, and governance research. Comparable to CED on environmental research, donor-funded project delivery, and engagement with state/central government.
• Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT University): Indian academic and research institution focused on urban planning, environment, and development. Comparable to CED's URD and IKM program areas, with similar training-of-professionals and government-project orientations.

Broad incumbents

• PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) India: Big Four firm with a sizable sustainability and climate change practice in India. Competes with CED for development-bank-funded consulting mandates and CSR-driven environmental advisory work.
• Environmental Resources Management (ERM): Global environmental, health, safety, and sustainability consultancy operating a large India practice. Competes with CED for EIA, environmental monitoring, and ESG advisory mandates from large Indian and multinational clients.
• KPMG India: Big Four firm with a climate change and sustainability advisory practice serving Indian ministries and multilaterals. Competes with CED for development-bank-funded projects and policy advisory work.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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