15 October 2024: The India Clean Up Confluence 2024 is set to convene on October 20th at G5A in Mumbai. This landmark summit, organized by Carter Clean Up and Greenmyna, will unite leaders from clean-up movements, government bodies, corporations, and the public to initiate dialogue and foster collaboration on sustainable solutions for a cleaner, healthier environment.
The confluence will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers from various sectors, including environmentalists, policymakers, and activists. Esteemed speakers include Dia Mirza, Actor, Producer, & UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador; Pradeep Sangwan, Founder of Healing Himalayas; Swati Singh Sambyal, Author and Captain D.C. Sekhar, Founder & Managing Director of AlphaMERS Ltd.
Expressing her thoughts on the event, Actor and UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza shared, “The India Clean Up Confluence isn’t just an event—it’s the beginning of a nationwide movement. For the first time in India, clean-up communities from across the country will come together under one roof to share experiences, strategize solutions, and build strong partnerships. I’m excited to contribute insights and engage in conversations that will empower clean-up efforts nationwide, fostering lasting change.”
The event is being organized by a dedicated team of industry thought leaders comprising Ashwin Malwade, Nupur Agarwal, Maansi Desai, Freishia B, and Harold Fernandes, who have been instrumental in shaping this first-of-its-kind initiative in India. Expressing their excitement about the upcoming India Cleanup Confluence, the team members Freishia B, Nupur Agarwal, Harold Fernandes, Ashwin Malwade and Maansi Desai said, “This confluence marks a critical turning point for Mumbai and India. With India generating an estimated 62 million tonnes of waste annually and only a fraction being treated, the need for a collaborative approach and innovative solutions becomes more crucial than ever. By uniting stakeholders from all sectors, we foster meaningful collaboration and shape a more sustainable future. The confluence is in line with the UN’s sustainable goals, especially SDG 11 aimed at creating sustainable and resilient cities, and SDG 13 aimed at evoking action to combat climate change. The actionable outcomes of this event will serve as a roadmap for creating lasting environmental change, with communities, businesses, and the government working hand in hand.”
Key Panels and Agendas
Innovating for a Cleaner Tomorrow: Aimed at exploring New Solutions and the Future of Clean-Up Movements, this panel will delve into cutting-edge technologies and innovative strategies for waste management and pollution reduction, offering insights into the future of clean-up movements. The aim is to foster collaborations to address the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution caused by poor waste management.
Navigating the Landscape of Clean-Ups: Focused on grassroots movements, this session will address the practical challenges and successes of clean-up initiatives, offering solutions for scaling them across the country.
Regulatory Frameworks for a Sustainable Future: This discussion will explore the role of effective policies and government regulations in driving long-term environmental change and supporting sustainable waste management.
The India Clean Up Confluence 2024 (ICUC), with the vision “Together for a Better Tomorrow”, aims to leave a lasting impact by raising awareness of pollution’s environmental consequences, strengthening partnerships between grassroots movements, policymakers, and corporations, and generating innovative solutions to tackle India’s waste management challenges. The event will culminate in a comprehensive action plan outlining concrete steps toward a cleaner, greener future for the nation. The event is proudly sponsored by Listenlights and AGF, whose support has been instrumental in making this initiative a reality.
