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COMBATTING E-WASTE WITH RECYCLING

October 9, 2023

Electronic or e-waste is made up of discarded electric appliances. A study reveals that 50-60 million tons of e-waste are generated each year, which makes up only 2-3%of the annual global waste. Although the percentage is small, it is large enough to cause considerable damage to human health and the environment. This type of waste is a potential hazard much riskier than all other types of waste combined. The toxic materials present in e-waste namely, lead, beryllium, and cadmium, once exposed to strong UV radiation or corrosion because of physical or chemical reasons are capable of releasing toxic materials into the atmosphere. These toxins can find their way into the soil, water, and water bodies causing serious health concerns for

Pollution: The Global Pandemic!

October 9, 2023

With the accent on a clean India and a cleaner environment, understanding pollution and its global impact assumes a deep significance. Quite simply put, the introduction of harmful materials into the environment is broadly termed as pollutants. One example of natural pollutants over which we have no or limited control would be volcanic ash. The detrimental ones for the environment, however, are the ones created by human activity, and this is what has assumed alarming proportions not only in India but globally and this need concentrated and prompt remedial measures. Pollutants damage the air quality, water, and land. The most common man-made pollution results from industries, the garbage generated at home, burning coal, sewage, pesticides, cars, and other vehicles, and

Completing 9 years of a pivotal Cleanliness Drive

October 9, 2023

The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan! The 2nd of October 2014 was a momentous one for India, as PM Narendra Modi officially launched India’s largest cleanliness mission at Rajghat, New Delhi. This mammoth drive – The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan- the largest to date, recorded three million government employees, students, and citizens from all across India participating in 4,04 towns, cities, and rural communities. The objective of the SBM (Swachh Bharat Mission) was to achieve an open defecation-free India (ODF) in a period of five years from 2014. With this, the country progressed towards SDG 6.2 to provide adequate and equitable sanitation for all, with a special emphasis on women and girls. In consonance with Prime Minister Modi’s citing Clean India as a “shared responsibility”

Harnessing the power of CSR for transformative climate action

September 3, 2023

A study by climate scientists has revealed that over the past 200 years, global warming can largely be attributed to human beings. A comparison of the Earth’s surface temperature before the industrial revolution in the late 1800s and what it is now shows that currently it is 1.1°C warmer. It is warmer than it has been at any point in the last 100,000 years. The warmest decade was registered in 2011–2020, and since 1850, each of the four decades has been warmer than the previous one. The warmer temperatures are just one of the many alarming issues in the saga of climate change. The effects of climate change manifest themselves in contractions of nature: water scarcity, severe droughts, floods, fires,

Tata Chemicals initiates a tree plantation drive to preserve the environment -70,000+ trees in 1 hour

July 18, 2023

18th July, 2023:A tree plantation drive “ My Greening Hour ’’ in which over 70,000 trees were planted in 100 locations across India within an hour was undertaken by Tata Chemicals Society for Rural Development ( TCSRD.) The main focus of this nationwide initiative was to create an awareness about how important trees were for our survival, how they served the local communities inclusively and over a period increased the carbon absorption capacity. This initiative received support from Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujrat and Telangana. This activity was organised on July 12, 2023 between 4-5 pm. The event saw a turnout of more than 10,000 people from Tata Chemicals Limited and Rallis India. The local authorities and communities too, actively participated

100 young innovators to bring their planet-positive ideas to life as beVisioneers – the Mercedes-Benz fellowship programme kickstarts environmental action.

July 6, 2023

6th July, 2023:A one-of-a-kind Mercedes Benz fellowship for environment action, beVisioneers, commences this July. The first 100 young innovators who have been chosen from more than 1000 registrants, are all set for their 12-month learning journey with the aim of bringing their planet- positive ideas to life. A 19-year-old from Delhi, Muskan is keen to counter two problems with a twin solution. Muskan is working on a B2B business model of countering food waste and plastic pollution, through biodegradable film that is made from banana biomass waste. Muskan hopes to develop her ideas further, by collaborating with other innovators and entrepreneurs. She feels that this fellowship will allow her to bridge the gap between her theoretical knowledge and practical

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Project KEEP drives Collective Action in Waste Ecosystem of Pondicherry On World Oceans Day

July 5, 2023

Project KEEP drives Collective Action in Waste Ecosystem of Pondicherry On World Oceans Day The successful completion of 75 events during the 75th anniversary year of India on the occasion of World Ocean Day was announced by Project KEEP Namma Pondy Clean and Pondicherry Municipality. Pondicherry is being envisioned as one of the cleanest coastal cities on India. A campaign to conduct 75 events for the next 12 months was launched last year on the 15th of August. The objective of this was to inspire collective action in the waste ecosystem of Pondicherry. The early completion of 75 events was held at Achariya Auditorium, Thengaithittu on June 9th. The dignitaries present on the occasion were Mr. Sakthivel, Director, LAD, Mr.

Tackling Plastic Pollution

June 17, 2023

FOR-PROFITS, NON-PROFITS AND CITIZENS DOES MATTER! The Expert “Waste management organization, Green Worms (supported by JSW, and cement firms ACC, Ultratech, Dalmia, and Chettinad), aims to create dignified jobs by deploying the strategy of the circular economy, to eradicate both plastic pollution and poverty. Their endeavor (they report collecting 39400 MT of plastic waste, and creating 520 dignified jobs for women) is partnered by some government departments/ municipalities, and few international alliances.” Humanity is gradually, but surely, getting to understand the serious implications of Climate Change upon all forms of life on Earth. Possibly not to the same degree, is also the growing awareness about the severe consequences that plastic waste has upon the planet – landfills quickly accumulating non-biodegradable

Collaborative decisive strides towards India’s global green leadership

June 7, 2023

SIA Fest jointly organized by Tata Power and News 18 concludes successfully as a celebration of India’s leadership role in green energy transition The Sustainable Is Attainable Fest (SIA FEST) recently concluded in New Delhi registered participation of leaders from diverse fields. This festival was the joint initiative of Tata Power, a leading name in India’s integrated power companies and News 18. A call for mass collective awakening and behavioral shift was reinforced in this Fest, to aid India that is reckoned as one of the fasted growing economies in the world, to emerge as a leader in green energy transition by setting new benchmarks. Stalwarts comprising Ministers, Foreign dignitaries and Industry leaders set the tone through their address. Hon’ble

Panasonic successfully concludes its fourth edition of Harit Umang on World Environment Day

June 6, 2023

6th June,2023- An environmental awareness programme, titled Harit Umang – Joy of Green, concluded its’ fourth edition on World Environment day June 5th 2023. This was organized by Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND), a diversified technology company. Taking its commitment to a greener tomorrow a step further, it planted approximately three lakh trees. Distribution of solar lanterns to off – grid communities around their factory area has also been planned. The company has successfully been creating awareness around responsible e-waste disposal since the past three years with “Diwali Wali Safaai” as part of its e-waste awareness drive. The broad umbrella of the Panasonic Green Impact (PGI) houses these initiatives. The objective of the Panasonic Group is to create impact that

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