Be the Change Our Oceans Need
Introduction
Oceans: The Lifeblood of Our Planet
Our oceans, the heart of Earth’s ecosystem, are under siege from climate change. Coral reefs, which nurture nearly a quarter of all ocean species, are dying at alarming rates. Together, we can reverse this tide.
Kuddle Life Foundation & Kuddle Life Ventures are building hope beneath the waves. Through innovative artificial reefs, we restore marine biodiversity and support sustainable livelihoods for artisanal fishing communities.
Let’s act now to protect marine life and rebuild thriving ocean ecosystems.
Why Artificial Reefs?
Artificial reefs are man-made structures placed in oceans at depths of 5m to 50m to replicate natural reef ecosystems. These immobile structures provide a base for drifting plankton and microbial life to settle, attracting diverse species and creating a self-sustaining ecosystem.
Donate and Make a Reef
Make a Lasting Impact
Donate $200 to fund an artificial reef module, crafted from reinforced concrete and designed to restore marine biodiversity. Modules are installed in the Pondicherry Bio-Region, with options for other locations in India or worldwide for large donor projects.
How it Works?
- Donate: Contribute $200 or more for one or multiple modules.
- Mark your initials: Choose 4 letters to mark your reef module(s) (Optional).
- Get Recognized: Receive a digital certificate and a mention of your name on our website (Optional).
- We Build: Within three months, we craft and install your reef module(s) in the ocean.
- See the Impact: Receive photos of your module(s) on land and in the sea after placement.
About Us
A Partnership for Ocean Conservation
MakeaReef.com is a collaborative project by Kuddle Life Ventures and Kuddle Life Foundation, based in Pondicherry, India. Together, these organizations combine for-profit innovation with non-profit expertise to restore marine ecosystems and support sustainable development.
Kuddle Life Ventures manages the manufacturing and installation of artificial reef modules, while Kuddle Life Foundation provides scientific advice and expertise to ensure the ecological success of each project. Contributions to MakeaReef.com are routed through Kuddle Life Ventures for the direct purpose of creating and installing these life-saving modules.
Kuddle Life Ventures manages the manufacturing and installation of artificial reef modules, while Kuddle Life Foundation provides scientific advice and expertise to ensure the ecological success of each project. Contributions to MakeaReef.com are routed through Kuddle Life Ventures for the direct purpose of creating and installing these life-saving modules.
Our Leadership Team
Punit Dhandhania
Co-Founder & CEO
A serial entrepreneur with 40 years of global business experience spanning IT, learning, media, offshore, hospitality, and tourism. Punit leads innovative marine conservation initiatives.
Punit Dhandhania
Co-Founder & CEO
Hansa Dhandhania
Co-Founder & COO
A scuba diving instructor, marine conservationist, and photographer with executive-level expertise in hospitality and tourism. Hansa’s commitment to ocean restoration drives our mission.
Hansa Dhandhania
Co-Founder & COO
Dr. H. Mohamad Kasim
Mentor & Guide – Artificial Reef Program
A pioneer of artificial reef programs in India, Dr. Kasim has extensively contributed to marine conservation research and its practical applications.
Dr. H. Mohamad Kasim
Mentor & Guide – Artificial Reef Program
Dr. Manjula Tiwari
Director – Research & Conservation
Director of Research and Conservation, with past affiliations to the NOAA in the USA, Dr. Tiwari brings a wealth of knowledge in marine biodiversity and restoration projects.
Dr. Manjula Tiwari
Director – Research & Conservation
Dr. A. Sakthivel
Scientist & Project Head – Artificial Reef Program
Heads our Artificial Reef Projects and leads our engagement with coastal communities and government bodies. He also leads many of our workshops and training programs.
Dr. A. Sakthivel
Scientist & Project Head – Artificial Reef Program
Dr. Afreen Hussain
Scientist – Coral Reef Conservation Program
A Research Scuba Diver with deep knowledge of reef ecosystems. She leads our efforts to study the impact of our reefs on the marine creatures that dwell or visit.
Dr. Afreen Hussain
Scientist – Coral Reef Conservation Program
Dr. R. Arul
Scientist – Environment Impact Program
Specialises in environment impact assessment studying pre and post reef deployment changes to the marine environment.
Dr. R. Arul
Scientist – Environment Impact Program
Rehaan Khan
Director – Scuba Diving Operations
Director of Dive Operations and Water Sports with over 15 years of diving experience across Asia.
Rehaan Khan
Director – Scuba Diving Operations
Shruti Sinha
Director – Partnerships & Outreach
Shruti Sinha, Director – Partnerships & Outreach, specializes on gender, climate change and working with urban poor communities. She has over 8 years’ experience working for various not-for-profit organizations. She has graduated in international affairs and world history from Columbia University and London School of Economics.
Shruti Sinha
Director – Partnerships & Outreach
Shruti Sinha, Director – Partnerships & Outreach, specializes on gender, climate change and working with urban poor communities. She has over 8 years’ experience working for various not-for-profit organizations. She has graduated in international affairs and world history from Columbia University and London School of Economics.
Devanand Nayak
Director – Citizen Science Program
A passionate citizen scientist who has spent over 40 years studying the oceans in and around Pondicherry. His wealth of on-field knowledge brings a lot of value to our projects.
Devanand Nayak
Director – Citizen Science Program
A passionate citizen scientist who has spent over 40 years studying the oceans in and around Pondicherry. His wealth of on-field knowledge brings a lot of value to our projects.
Coumar Ananda
Director – Corporate Relations
A Global Executive with a heart for the oceans and Pondicherry. Coumar helps us connect with corporates and other partners around the world.
Coumar Ananda
Director – Corporate Relations
B. Ganesh
Director – Accounts & Finance
A Seasoned Finance and Accounting Professional
Our Advisory Board
Dr. Srinivas Rao Pingali
Advisor – Corporate ESG Programs
Dr. Srinivas Rao Pingali
Advisor – Corporate ESG Programs
Tasneem Khan
Advisor – Coastal Ecology Learning Programs
Tasneem Khan
Advisor – Coastal Ecology Learning Programs
Savita Vijayakumar
Advisor – Marine Environment Learning Programs
Savita Vijayakumar
Advisor – Marine Environment Learning Programs
Patrick Larrieu, France
Advisor – Global Scuba Diving
Patrick Larrieu, France
Advisor – Global Scuba Diving
Our Journey & Our Impact
We’ve installed two artificial reefs in India. One in Worli, Mumbai & another in the Pondicherry bio-region.
Impact made by our reef in the Pondicherry bio-region:
Doubled fishermen earnings – US$ 25 to US$ 50 per boat per day
US$ 10 saved per boat per day due to less diesel used
Tens of thousands more fishes
4 times more number of species
20% more Dissolved Oxygen
2.65 times more chlorophyll:
(Chlorophyll is a green pigment (the same pigment that makes tree leaves appear green) that the phytoplankton use to absorb sunlight.)
2.2 times more planktons:
(Planktons (zooplankton and phytoplankton) are microscopic animals and plants that are the foundation of marine food pyramid.)
0.5 tons of less CO2 emissions everyday
(20 fishing boats each use only 4 liters of diesel everyday instead of 12 liters because they don’t need to travel very far)
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$200 per module
Get Involved in Other Ways
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Together, we can create thriving oceans for future generations and fight climate change.
Contact us
MakeaReef.com is a collaborative project by Kuddle Life Ventures Pvt. Ltd. and Kuddle Life Foundation, based in Pondicherry, India.
For more information please contact us on:
Kuddle Life Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
29 Montorsier Street
Pondicherry 605001, India
Email:info@kuddlelife.com
Website: www.kuddlelife.com
29 Montorsier Street
Pondicherry 605001, India
Email:info@kuddlelife.com
Website: www.kuddlelife.com
Kuddle Life Foundation
29 Montorsier Street
Pondicherry 605001, India
Email:info@kuddlelife.org
Website:www.kuddlelife.org
29 Montorsier Street
Pondicherry 605001, India
Email:info@kuddlelife.org
Website:www.kuddlelife.org
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