International Frameworks & French Inspiration

Introduction: PGF as a Global Bridge

Pradeep Global Foundation (PGF) is not only rooted in India’s diverse ecosystems — it is also inspired by international frameworks and France’s world-class leadership in sustainability.
Our foundation has registered under all 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), affirming our holistic approach to sustainability.

But beyond alignment with the UN, PGF also recognizes the pioneering role of France. From hosting the Paris Agreement in 2015 to driving ambitious anti-waste laws, renewable energy transitions, and ocean protection initiatives, France has emerged as a global model for how countries can combine solidarity, innovation, and ecological responsibility.

PGF positions itself as an Indo-French bridge: bringing global frameworks to local communities, and demonstrating how local action in India contributes to France’s international vision for the planet.

Part I: The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, provides the global blueprint for peace, prosperity, and planetary survival. PGF is one of the few grassroots NGOs in India that has formally registered under all 17 SDGs.

Key PGF priorities include:

  • SDG 3 – Good Health & Well-being: Linking clean air, water, and ecosystems to community health.
  • SDG 6 – Clean Water & Sanitation: River clean-ups, eco-sanitation, and awareness campaigns.
  • SDG 7 – Affordable & Clean Energy: Promoting solar, wind, and bioenergy awareness.
  • SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production: Educating consumers and industries on circular economy and sustainable packaging.
  • SDG 13 – Climate Action: Tree plantations, carbon literacy, and resilience building.
  • SDG 14 – Life Below Water: Preventing plastic waste and river-to-ocean pollution.
  • SDG 15 – Life on Land: Protecting forests, biodiversity, and ecosystems.

By operating across the full SDG spectrum, PGF ensures its work is comprehensive, measurable, and globally relevant.

Part II: France’s Global Leadership in Sustainability

France is widely recognized as a world leader in climate diplomacy, biodiversity protection, and sustainable development. Its influence comes not only from hosting major agreements but also from implementing ambitious domestic laws and supporting international initiatives.

1. The Paris Agreement (2015)

  • France hosted the historic COP21 in Paris, where 196 countries committed to limit global warming.
  • The Paris Agreement is the cornerstone of global climate governance, and PGF aligns its climate action initiatives directly with its goals.

2. Agence Française de Développement (AFD)

  • AFD is France’s premier international development finance institution.
  • It supports projects in over 100 countries, financing renewable energy, urban sustainability, biodiversity, and water management.
  • PGF draws inspiration from AFD’s integrated model that combines finance, sustainability, and social equity.

3. ADEME (French Environment & Energy Management Agency)

  • ADEME develops low-carbon, circular economy, and clean energy solutions.
  • It promotes energy efficiency, waste-to-energy innovations, and green city planning.
  • PGF adapts ADEME’s models into grassroots awareness campaigns for energy efficiency and sustainable consumption.

4. Fondation de France

  • France’s largest philanthropic network, funding initiatives in health, education, social innovation, and environment.
  • PGF resonates with its emphasis on local action with global vision.

5. Fondation Nicolas Hulot pour la Nature et l’Homme

  • Founded by Nicolas Hulot, France’s climate ambassador, this foundation inspires climate literacy and ecological justice.
  • PGF draws from its public awareness campaigns to design youth-led climate programs.

6. IDDRI (Institute for Sustainable Development & International Relations)

  • A Paris-based think tank shaping global sustainability policy.
  • Provides high-level research on climate policy, biodiversity economics, and energy transition.
  • PGF takes inspiration from IDDRI to link policy frameworks with local action.

7. French Ministry for the Ecological Transition

  • The world’s first ministry dedicated exclusively to ecological and energy transition.
  • It designs policies on green transport, sustainable cities, and biodiversity protection.
  • PGF aligns with this approach through its urban afforestation and responsible consumption campaigns.

Part III: PGF’s Indo-French Identity

PGF positions itself uniquely as a Franco-Indian NGO, where:

  • India provides the scale and urgency: rivers, forests, rural women, urban pollution.
  • France provides the frameworks and inspiration: climate diplomacy, circular economy, blue economy, gender equality.

Examples of alignment:

  • Tree plantations in Uttar Pradesh mirror France’s National Biodiversity Strategy.
  • River clean-up drives reflect France’s leadership in ocean protection and the Blue Economy.
  • Renewable energy advocacy echoes Indo-French cooperation through the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
  • Orelli Paris (sustainable beauty) reflects France’s emphasis on responsible industries and women empowerment.

Part IV: Building Toward International Recognition

PGF is not just aligning itself with global and French frameworks — it is positioning itself as a model NGO for Indo-French sustainability collaboration.

Our ambition is to:

  • Demonstrate how grassroots action in India contributes to international goals.
  • Serve as a bridge between French institutions and Indian communities.
  • Be recognized at international forums (COP, UN SDG summits, France-India sustainability dialogues).

By adopting French values of solidarité (solidarity), innovation, and durabilité (sustainability), PGF showcases itself as an NGO capable of receiving international honors and recognition.

Conclusion: A Shared Franco-Indian Future

International frameworks like the UN SDGs give us direction. France’s leadership in sustainability gives us inspiration. PGF’s grassroots work in India gives us action. Together, they create a unique identity for PGF as a Franco-Indian NGO working at the intersection of local and global, community and diplomacy, nature and humanity.

Every tree planted, every river cleaned, every woman trained is PGF’s contribution to a shared global responsibility, rooted in the vision:

“Travailler pour la nature – Working for Nature.”