Suzlon – Wind for Wings CSR Initiative
Suzlon CSR Initiative

Wind For
Wings

We are mobilizing a global community to restore the habitat of the house sparrow before it's too late.

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Be The
Change

Download our Sparrow Guardian Toolkit. It contains everything you need to build a nest box, identify feed, and educate your community.

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About Suzlon Wind for Wings

Wind for Wings is a Suzlon CSR initiative dedicated to protecting house sparrows and restoring urban and rural biodiversity through community-driven conservation efforts.

Our Mission

To protect and restore nature by engaging communities in simple, scalable actions that support biodiversity, encourage community stewardship, and integrate conservation into everyday actions

Our Vision

A future where nature thrives alongside communities, with healthy ecosystems and rich biodiversity forming the foundation of everyday life

Message from Suzlon CSR Head

At Suzlon, we believe that meaningful change often begins with small, thoughtful actions. Sparrows are an important indicator of a healthy environment, and their decline reminds us of the urgent need to act.

Through Suzlon Sparrow Nestathon 2026, we invite each of you to be part of a simple yet powerful effort, creating safe spaces for sparrows to return, thrive and belong.

By installing a nest, spreading awareness, or inspiring others to participate, every small step helps restore ecological balance and create a lasting impact for future generations.

Dr Jasmine Sofia Gogia

Head CSR and Occupational Health, Suzlon Group

Suzlon Sparrow Nestathon 2026

Suzlon Sparrow Nestathon Awards recognise individuals, groups, and institutions contributing meaningfully to sparrow conservation through nest installation, community mobilisation, innovation, and inclusive participation. There is NO application fee. All eligible participants are free to apply. Applications will be assessed online based on submitted information. Decision of the Jury shall be final and binding.

Suzlon Nestathon Award Categories

External

(The following award are open to Public, Institutions, NGOs, Schools, Individual passionate, Women group, SHG groups, Students, Housing Societies, Gram Panchayat, Villages)

Suzlon Sparrow Nest Action Champion Award

Maximum number of correctly installed nests (verified by photographs and QR code geo tags) with good planning, execution, and engagement.

Eligibility

NGO (excluding Suzlon NGO partners), Government & Private Body, Housing society, Villages

Suzlon Sparrow Community Spark Award

Person who mobilized maximum others - Strong community mobilization and local ownership.

Eligibility

Individual passionate mobilizer

Suzlon Young Sparrow Guardian Award

Active leadership by students in sparrow conservation efforts.

Eligibility

Students

Suzlon Sparrow-Friendly School Award

School installing maximum nests demonstrating holistic engagement through awareness, nest-making, and installation.

Eligibility

Schools

Suzlon Sparrow-Friendly Nest Maker Award

Innovative and bird-safe handmade nest designs.

Eligibility

Individual or group

Suzlon Sparrow Diversity / Inclusive Changemaker Award

Leadership by women, women's groups, or specially abled persons in campaign activities.

Eligibility

Women / Women's groups, People living with disabilities

Internal

(The following award are open to Suzlon individual employees, Suzlon family members, Suzlon NGO Partners, Suzlon Employee group)

Suzlon Sparrow Impact Partner Award

Consistent, > 1500 high-quality nest installations and maximum awareness events by an NGO

Eligibility

Suzlon NGO Partners

Suzlon Sparrow Innovation Award

Any new idea, tool, or methods used supporting sparrow conservation.

Eligibility

Individual / Group (Including Suzlon Employees and NGO Partners)

Suzlon Sparrow Volunteer Award

Exceptional dedication by an individual Suzlon Volunteer, business unit, or Suzlonian family member.

Eligibility

Suzlon Employees / Suzlonian family members

Suzlon Sparrow Spirit Award

Exceptional passion, spirit, and inspiration towards the cause.

Eligibility

Individual

Suzlon Sparrow Nest Implementation Champion Award

Maximum number of correctly installed nests (verified by photographs and QR code geo tags) with good planning, execution, and engagement.

Eligibility

Suzlon Employees and NGO Partners

Apply for Suzlon Nestathon Award

Know someone making a difference in sparrow conservation? Encourage them to join the cause and apply for the awards.

Please click the button below to open the award application form in a new tab.

Suzlon Nestathon Award Application Form

Awards Timeline

Key dates for the Suzlon Sparrow Nestathon 2026

Jan 5, 2026

Nominations Open

Submit your entries online via the nomination portal. No entry fee required.

Mar 22, 2026

Jury Review

An expert panel of conservationists and scientists assess the submissions.

April 22, 2026

Award Ceremony

Pune, India

Grand celebration on Earth Day to honor our Sparrow Guardians.

The
Urban
Paradox

As our skylines rise, our biodiversity falls. The concrete jungle is pushing out its oldest residents.

01. The Challenge

Habitat Loss

Rapid urbanization has replaced native vegetation with concrete. Modern architecture lacks the nooks and crannies that sparrows have used for nesting for centuries.

  • Loss of nesting cavities
  • Pesticide overuse killing insect food
  • Electromagnetic radiation concerns
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02. The Solution

Collective Action

We are installing nest boxes, encouraging others to create sparrow nest boxes, provide food and water for sparrows and creating insect-friendly gardens/ farms. Every balcony, rooftop, garden and farm can become a sanctuary.

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03. The Impact

A Silent Spring

The House Sparrow is an indicator species. Their disappearance is a warning sign of a degrading urban environment that will eventually affect human health. We are committed to preventing this.

"When the bird song stops, we know we have lost something vital in our connection to nature."

Our Partners

Program Partner

Idobro Impact Solutions is a social enterprise founded in 2009, working across 7 countries and 24 states in India to create measurable social impact. With 16 years of experience, we partner with corporates, governments, and communities to design, measure, and scale sustainable solutions. Our RISE framework ensures every intervention is responsible, inclusive, sustainable, and eco-friendly. As Program Partner, we are managing the campaign.

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Ways to Contribute

01

Innovate for Sparrows

Develop low-cost, locally adaptable innovations that improve nesting, feeding, or habitat safety for sparrows.

02

Install Nest Boxes

Build and install sparrow-friendly nesting boxes in your community.

03

Organize Events

Host workshops, awareness drives, or community nest box building sessions.

04

Spread Awareness

Use our Sparrow Guardian Toolkit to educate friends, family, and neighbors about sparrow conservation.

Sparrow Guardian Support & FAQs

Everything you need to know to become a Sparrow Guardian.

Placement & Environment

Install it in a quiet, shaded spot at least 8 to 12 feet above the ground, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of predators like cats.
You can still hang a nest box or feeder on your balcony. Ensure it is securely fastened and shielded from high winds and heavy rain.
Not always. It can take a few weeks or even a season for birds to feel safe enough to occupy a new box. Patience is key.

Feeding & Care

Provide small grains like millets, broken rice, or birdseed. Avoid processed foods, salty snacks, or bread, as these are harmful.
Yes. Place a shallow clay bowl of clean water nearby for drinking and bathing. Change the water daily to prevent mosquito breeding.
Clean it using only dry cloth. Avoid soaps or chemical cleaners.

Protection & Safety

Ensure the nest box entrance is small (approx. 32mm) to prevent larger birds like mynas or crows from entering. Keep the area clear of hiding spots for cats.
No. Pesticides kill the insects that sparrow chicks need to survive. Transition to organic gardening to provide a natural food source.
Sparrows are non-migratory and may use the nest for roosting in winter, though they primarily use it for raising 2–3 broods during the breeding season.