Soil Cement Pond

In this installment of the Living Mountain Lab (previously known as “Knowledge Park”) video series, we walk you through the process of building a soil-cement pond.

Soil-cement ponds provide a sustainable solution to water scarcity in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. Constructed from affordable and durable materials, these ponds offer an effective means of collecting and storing rain-, spring-, and tap-water, benefiting smallholder farmers amidst increasing climate change-induced droughts and floods. Their gravity-fed irrigation utility enhances agricultural productivity, while their longer lifespan compared to plastic-lined alternatives offers economic advantages. Their maintenance ensures resilience, fostering long-term food and nutrition security in the region.