Back Alka Tomar National Coordinator Media She possesses an illustrious background spanning more than two decades in the domains of climate change, environmental education & communication, biodiversity, natural resources, water, sanitation, and broader developmental imperatives. In her distinguished role as President at the Centre for Environment Communication (CEC), and at the helm of the Centre for Youth (C4Y) as Chairperson, Alka has consistently demonstrated an unwavering dedication to sustainability and impactful initiatives. She is 2015 Cohort Climate Realty Leader. Alka's diverse professional background has enabled her to collaborate with various stakeholders nationwide, including youth, educators, educational institutions, government ministries, panchayats, and civil societies. Her efforts in climate change communication encompass sustainable energy solutions, decarbonisation initiatives, carbon-neutral city projects, low-carbon campaigns, and climate resilience initiatives. Furthermore, Alka contributes her expertise as a member of the Governing Board of Climate Action Network (CANSA) South Asia and is affiliated with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Academically, she holds degrees in Environmental Sciences and has certifications in Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online and Strategic CSR from Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA). Alka's journey gains fortitude from her participation in transformative fellowship programs, including the LEAD India Fellowship Programme on community connect and the US Department of State International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) on Climate Change and Clean Energy. Her dedication to education and global collaboration is evident in her completion of the intensive Environment Education Training Programme (TEE). Alka's remarkable journey reflects her steadfast commitment to driving positive change and fostering sustainability on both national and global levels. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Neeraj Chawla National Coordinator Clean Energy Mr. Neeraj Chawla is an industry leader, who has about 30+ years of industry experience in India and overseas. The idea of establishing a solar venture dedicated to the cause of promotion of integrating Clean Energy with sustainable development was triggered by his motivational ambition of self-driven entrepreneurship and Winnerspitch took shape in 2012 as a consulting organization and 2014 as an interventionist. His organization has been focused on the singular problem solving in energy domain – rooftop solar(industrial, institutional, schools and residential) sharply focused on ESG mandates Co2 footprint reduction by providing agile intervention strategies: Going renewable means employing energy sources that are carbon neutral- focus on Solution Rooftop for energy hoggers - energy conservation visionaries- futurist users. Asset Management - ‘Internet of Things (IoT) or Industry 4.0 technologies that lower carbon footprints across assets burning fuel and helping optimizing Energy Consumption along with Energy Auditing Green off-grid EV charging stations The foundation is to work along with the client from problem identification to solution implementation, demonstrating the promised results. Including consulting partners, auditors, and implementation partners are how are organization develops a trusted partnership with any organization. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Seema Bali National Coordinator Sustainability Education Seema Bali is the Vice Principal at St. Mary’s School, Dwarka, New Delhi, where she has served since 2009. With a career spanning over three decades, she also heads the Science Department and is a key member of the School Management Committee. Seema’s expertise lies in curriculum development, having collaborated with NCERT on the “Development of Training Package in Biology at Higher Secondary Stage” and edited the "Eureka Plus-Science Series" for Classes 1-8. She has been instrumental in faculty development, coordinating training sessions, and class observations. Seema is also the Deputy Superintendent for CBSE board exams since 2004 and plays a crucial role in the inclusion of Children with Special Needs (CWSN). Her contributions extend beyond academics; she has mentored students in eco-friendly initiatives, earning numerous awards, including the "Best Practice Innovation" Award from the School of Educators Global Education Awards, and the “Innovation and Successful Implementation” Award from TERI and TETRA PAK. She has also trained students to represent India at international forums, such as the Children’s World Summit on Environment in Japan. Seema is a recognized figure in sustainability education, having authored and presented “Sustainability Education through the Lens of a School” at the International Conference on Sustainability Education. She has represented India at the NCD Alliance workshop in Geneva and is a Master Trainer for the "Happy School Curriculum" with CBSE. Seema’s work embodies her commitment to integrating environmental consciousness and sustainable practices into the educational landscape. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Newsletter (July-August 2025) Our newsletter provides updates on our programs, and fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making a difference. It carries a gamut of activities carried out in two months' time, showing how each one of us can act to solve the crisis together. We would love to hear from you, your story and acts of leadership in the journey of sustainability. Every action matters! CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION PROGRAMME Principals’ Conclave in Kashmir charts roadmap for Sustainable Campuses On 26th July 2025, The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia, in collaboration with the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK), hosted the Principals’ Conclave on the Green Campus Program (GCP) at SP Higher Secondary School, Srinagar. The event brought together over 100 participants, including 60 heads of institutions from Srinagar, Budgam, and Pulwama, GCP coordinators, District Cultural Officers, and government officials. The conclave aimed to introduce the GCP framework, build ownership among school leaders, and foster collaboration for sustainability in education. The program featured a keynote by the Director of School Education Kashmir, who emphasized the importance of integrating climate awareness into mainstream education. Breakout sessions explored the Green Campus audit framework, best practices, and opportunities for student and community engagement. More than 50 schools committed to forming Green Campus Committees, with many seeking teacher training and capacity-building support. The conclave concluded with a shared vision to make Kashmir’s schools models of green learning environments. 300+ schools to go green in Kashmir: MoU signed with Private Schools Association of Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK) On 28th July 2025, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) and the Private Schools Association of Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at The Nature School, Nigeen, Srinagar. The partnership aims to implement the Green Campus Program (GCP) across private schools in the region, promoting climate literacy, sustainability education, and student-led action. The event brought together over 35 stakeholders, including educators, scientists, civil society leaders, and government representatives. The ceremony featured addresses by Mr. Aditya Pundir (Director, TCPF), Mr. G.N. Var (President, PSAJK), and other dignitaries who emphasized the urgency of local climate action. PSAJK pledged support to involve over 300 private schools in the program. The MoU marks a significant step in building long-term collaboration, empowering teachers, and fostering sustainability leadership among students in Jammu & Kashmir. YOUTH ENGAGEMENT Youth for COP 2025: Launched and Already Making Waves We are excited to share that Youth for COP 2025 was launched in July, kicking off an ambitious journey to empower over 1,500 young participants from 48+ countries. Since the launch, the program has already hosted an opening ceremony and four thematic sessions, covering topics such as the history of COP, climate finance and justice, just transition and green jobs, and adaptation and resilience. Each session engages around 250 youth, supported by guidebooks and assignments to reinforce their learning and deepen their understanding of global climate processes. The program is designed to prepare youth to actively contribute to global climate conversations, ensuring voices from the Global South are heard. With strong collaborations across 23+ partner organizations spanning India, Africa, Indonesia, the Philippines, Latin America, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan, Youth for COP fosters a truly cross-regional exchange of ideas. Upcoming sessions will explore biodiversity, indigenous wisdom, and nationally determined contributions, along with practical skill-building workshops in advocacy, negotiation, and storytelling equipping young leaders to transform knowledge into meaningful climate action. Youth for Earth award ceremony at ICSE 2025 On Day 2 of the International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) 2025, the much-awaited Youth for Earth Awards ceremony celebrated the innovation and dedication of young changemakers from across India. The awards were presented in two categories – Junior and Senior – recognizing school and college teams that had worked on impactful sustainability projects. This year, a total of eight outstanding teams were acknowledged for their inspiring work, representing diverse states and regions of the country. Their projects not only showcased creativity and scientific inquiry but also demonstrated leadership and collaboration in driving real change at the grassroots level. The Youth for Earth Awards continue to serve as a platform to empower young minds, giving visibility to their solutions and motivating others to take action for a sustainable future. Click here to know the winners Click here to know the winners Junior Category- 5th- Team- Neem Crusaders from Little Flowers Public Senior Secondary School, Shahdara, New Delhi 4th- Team- Green Striders from Adarsh Public School, Vikaspuri, New Delhi 3rd- Team- EcoTree 2.0 from Kikani Vidhya Mandir, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 2nd- Team- Badlaav from Bharat Mata English Medium Higher Secondary School, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh 1st- Team- Flexminds from Bal Bhavan Public School, Mayur Vihar, Phase 2, Delhi Senior Category- 3rd- Project Samman from Anant National University, Ahemdabad 2nd- Project CDP Bricks from K. Ramakrishnan college of Technology, Trichy 1st-Project Ecocampus from Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune CLIMATE CHANGE ENGAGEMENTS & ADVOCACY Dialogue with FES on carbon responsible events On July 16th, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) was invited by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) to share insights on Carbon Responsible Events. Representing TCPF, Bhavesh Swami highlighted experiences from the Reality Tour 2025 and showcased how the Foundation integrates sustainability into event planning through venue selection, waste management, water conservation, and energy efficiency. He also shared key learnings from the global Net Zero Carbon Events initiative launched at COP28. TCPF’s contribution to the dialogue reflected its strong commitment to advancing both global and local climate goals. By aligning with Net Zero aspirations while grounding efforts in local relevance, youth engagement, and replicable models, we demonstrated how sustainable event practices can inspire broader action. The exchange also underscored the importance of collective learning and collaboration in reimagining the way events are designed and delivered in India and beyond. Discussion at WRI India’s ‘Connect Karo’ Roundtable The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) participated in a roundtable discussion at Connect Karo, the flagship initiative of World Resources Institute – India, focused on reimagining urban spaces for climate resilience. TCPF was represented by Climate Reality Leader Shivam Singh and staff member Bhavesh Swami. The dialogue examined how corporate CSR partnerships can act as catalytic drivers in addressing urban challenges, with a special focus on the Urban Heat Island effect. TCPF shared its Green Campus Percolation (GCP) model, which presents a layered approach to climate action beginning at the campus level, extending to households, and ultimately influencing the wider community. CLIMATE REALITY LEADERS- HIGHLIGHTS Climate Reality Leader Nikhil Kamath comes up with his new comic book on climate change Our Climate Reality Leader, Nikhil Kamath, has created a thought-provoking comic book on climate change titled “Where We Left Off”, which was recently featured in the Top 10 at the Verse of Short Story Contest 2023. Set in a city not unlike ours, the story follows a teenager who begins to notice the changes everyone else has learned to ignore, exploring what it means when a generation inherits silence instead of answers. Through this compelling narrative, Nikhil invites readers to reflect on the world we are leaving behind and the urgent need for climate action. Where We Left Off is now available for readers who want to engage with climate stories in a fresh, creative way. Know more about the comic book here- https://www.kinistudios.com/product-page/where-we-left-off Climate Reality Leaders Engage Tea Growers on Climate Resilience Climate Reality Leaders Rituraj Phukan, Mandvi Kulshrestha, Anand Pendharkar, and Anurag Shankar recently co-created a knowledge-sharing session for tea-growing communities at the grassroots of India’s agricultural value chain. The session highlighted the growing impact of climate change on tea production, particularly in West Bengal and Assam, where rising temperatures, erratic monsoons, and water scarcity are beginning to affect the taste and quality of India’s iconic tea blends—a vital cultural and economic resource. The leaders shared field insights from organic farming practices and community-based climate adaptation models that have successfully enhanced resilience, including proactive measures in soil health, water conservation, and agroforestry. The dialogue was further strengthened by the presence of the local Member of Parliament, who acknowledged the urgency of the issue and assured that key recommendations would be taken to policy platforms for further action. This session underscored the power of collaboration between climate leaders and local communities in building a sustainable and resilient agricultural future. 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Back Anshita National Coordinator Communications She has completed her post graduate diploma in journalism from Asian College of Journalism in Chennai in 2019. Currently, she covers the animation, VFX, gaming and comics industry as a senior reporter and copy editor. She got trained as a Climate Reality Leader in 2021; and has worked with the India team on creating videos on the Green Campus Program. She is deeply interested in climate change and environment, mostly reading about the topics and preaching sustainability to friends, family, colleagues, anyone and everyone. She is a board game enthusiast, loves fiction, and practices composting. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Decarbonization India Alliance An action oriented initiative to accelerate India’s decarbonization journey The Decarbonisation India Alliance (DIA), initiated by Society of Energy Engineers and Managers (SEEM), is an ambitious action-oriented project aimed at accelerating the transition towards a low-carbon and sustainable future for India. It is a platform that champions engineers who are at the frontline of implementing change in industries that will need to decarbonise as well as those who can create products and services that will catalyze this decarbonisation. Visit the Website Mission Foster innovation, share best practices, and address barriers to decarbonisation. Facilitate collaboration among key stakeholders, driving tangible, real-world outcomes in India’s energy transformation. Accelerate India's transition to a low-carbon future. Empower engineers with tools and knowledge to lead decarbonisation efforts. Develop and promote catalytic products and services for sustainable development. Partnership with The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia Together with The Climate Reality Project India and South Asia branch, DIA is joining hands with stakeholders committed to helping India achieve its Net Zero targets. This partnership aims to: Hold collective symposiums/workshops across various cities and forums. Act as a catalyst in bridging gaps between climate finance providers, beneficiaries, and policymakers. Mobilize and optimize financial resources to combat climate change effectively. Promotion/usage of ‘Climate Traces’, an initiative, where historic emissions are shown industry/country wise, which is spoken as a database of the future. India's Decarbonisation and Carbon Neutrality Targets Build 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030 Build 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030 India plans to generate 500 GW of renewable energy like solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear by 2030, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting decarbonization. Reduce carbon emissions by 1 billion tons by 2030 Reduce carbon emissions by 1 billion tons by 2030 Cutting 1 billion tons of CO₂ emissions by 2030 aims to reduce industrial, transport, and energy-related emissions, supporting global climate goals and a transition to carbon neutrality. Reduce carbon intensity below 45% by 2030 Reduce carbon intensity below 45% by 2030 Reducing carbon intensity by 45% by 2030 focuses on lowering emissions per unit of GDP, promoting sustainable growth through cleaner technologies and renewable energy. Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2070 Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2070 India's Net Zero target by 2070 aims to reduce emissions to near zero, with the remainder offset by reforestation and carbon capture. SEEM Energy Award at New Delhi The SEEM Energy Awards 2023 took place on September 26-27 in New Delhi, recognizing industry leaders in energy efficiency and innovation. Organized in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) and the Society of Energy Engineers and Managers (SEEM), the event attracted 200 delegates. Under a recently signed MoU, both organizations aimed to advance energy efficiency and carbon responsibility in India. The ceremony presented 100 awards across various categories, featuring expert sessions on emerging trends in low-carbon practices. TCPF facilitated a crucial session on carbon management and hosted a networking dinner to discuss the future of the Decarbonisation India Alliance. Ten-City Campaign Raipur Event The Decarbonisation India Alliance (DIA) Ten City Campaign, led by the Society of Energy Engineers and Managers (SEEM) in collaboration with Asar and the India Blockchain Alliance (IBA), was held on June 14, 2024, at Babylon Capital, Raipur. Inaugurated by Mr. Sumit Sarkar, CEO of the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority, the event highlighted Chhattisgarh’s focus on green hydrogen and biofuels. It featured the ‘Awake, Arise, Decarbonise’ sensitisation camp, engaging 85 professionals through presentations and panel discussions on innovative decarbonisation strategies. With strong industry participation and support from government and private entities, the event laid a solid foundation for DIA’s low-carbon initiatives. Kochi Event On July 10, 2024, the Decarbonisation India Alliance (DIA) launched its Ten City Campaign (TCC) at Hotel Renai, Kochi, in partnership with SEEM, ASAR, The Climate Project Foundation, Social Impact Advisors and India Blockchain Alliance. The event, attended by 85 professionals from sectors like steel, cement, pharma, and hospitality, featured innovative decarbonisation strategies. Highlights included the DIA Sensitization Camp, themed “Awake, Arise, Decarbonise,” and the formation of the CEO Sustainability Forum for Kerala. Distinguished speakers emphasized collaborative efforts, government schemes, and India’s carbon neutrality goals. The campaign fostered engagement, leadership, and sustainable solutions, marking a vital step toward a greener future. Join the Movement Join us in creating a sustainable future for India, wish to be a part of it/know more about it. Contact Us

Back Nawar Nasar Khan National Coordinator Nawar Nasar Khan is an environmental science graduate with a profound commitment to environmental conservation. She is currently working as a Research Associate at Swisscontact-Bangladesh, with the focus of addressing the skills development, environmental, and social compliance needs of the RMG (Ready-Made Garments) sector. Driven by her passion for sustainability, she has co-founded 'Green and Beyond Mag,' a digital media platform that harnesses the power of storytelling to promote climate optimism and sustainable living. In her early career at the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) - in Bangladesh, Nawar designed a weather-based digital advisory for livestock and poultry, featured in the digital app 'Agvisely' dedicated for farmers' in Bangladesh. Her research further extends to sustainable aquaculture, where she and her team conducted a wet lab project identifying a herbal alternative to toxic antibiotics for sustainable aquaculture. Back in 2022, Nawar was the President of the Green Planet Club at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), where she actively empowered and educated young minds towards climate action for a greener future. She has also gained significant experience in the field of freshwater and community conservation through her work with organizations such as the National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Youth Empowerment More than one-fifth of the total population in South Asia is under the age of 30. With a large youth demographic of young population, they play a pivotal role in playing a strong anchor towards fighting against climate change. This generation has high capacity building through their youth-led decision making. Empowering them takes utmost importance to transform our societies into green communities looking towards a climate resilient future. The Climate Project Foundation is constantly working towards creating green leaders through our youth led programs. The India and South Asia branch works actively to conduct workshops and events with school campuses and university students to bring about a transformative change in their outlook. With our programs like Youth For Earth, we have youth coming from South-Asia with their impact driven projects; aiming to solve a climate-led problem in their local communities. LCOY INDIA EVENT 2024 The Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) India 2024, held from 15th to 18th August in Mysore, Karnataka, was the largest youth-led climate event in India, bringing together 190 youth and 50 children from 26 states and 8 Union Territories. Organized by the Bring Back Green Foundation, Enact Earth Foundation, Sattvic Soul Foundation, and SEEPAD Foundation, the event featured The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia (TCRP) as a key knowledge partner. TCRP provided expert speakers, media support, and sponsored a delegation of climate reality leaders , along with Dr. Sakshi Grover, our staff member representing TCRP. The expert session on Clean Energy & Just Transition was conducted by Mr. Sunil Mysore, our senior Climate Reality Leader. The Sessions addressed critical topics such as climate justice, clean energy, and youth entrepreneurship that are relevant with CoP as well as help build capacity for new areas (green jobs) to look forward to. One of the important outcomes from the event is a draft of the National Youth Statement (NYS), gathering input from 1,832 youth voices nationwide. The event concluded with the NYS presentation to senior officials, highlighting India’s youth's unified commitment to climate action, with active participation from Climate Reality Leaders. Summer Training Programs The Climate Project Foundation has been conducting online summer training programs on various environment centric topics for the students. We believe that an environmentally conscious society can be created only if the youth of that society are empowered with sufficient knowledge; enabling the students with skills and appropriate attitude for a greener future. Year - 2022 For 2022, we decided to engage our young audience in understanding Green Jobs through our summer training program on ‘Planet needs Green Jobs’. The Climate Reality Project guided participants to learn from the various opportunities present in various colleges, universities and NGOs offering a plethora of these green opportunities. The Summer Program enabled them to learn about Green Career Options they could opt for and provided expert guided workshops for a month Telling them more about green entrepreneurship. More than 450 participants from India and South Asia attended it Live and 4000+ hits have been coming on social media platforms who watched it later. Year - 2021 With a view to ignite the creative skills of youngsters towards environmental conservation during the summer vacations,we introduced an innovative summer program for students of our registered GCP schools. Under this program, the young environmentalists were provided training in telling their own story and presenting their work in front of the world. The students participated in 3-day workshops which included mentor’s guidance sessions with experts from film making, storytelling, volunteering projects and many more. More than 500 students registered for the program and mentored by the experts to take up real time projects relating to environment and sustainability. The projects were then assessed and the winners were provided with certificates and awards. International Youth and Sustainability Conference 2022 It was a two-day completely carbon neutral event that invited young students to explore various thoughtful ideas on sustainability delivered by the industry experts and climate leaders on building a better future. There was a practical workshop where participants presented their business prospects on sustainability and gave ideas to take up issues from their surroundings by giving it a scalable viable business model. Picture Awareness Campaign 2022 The Picture Awareness campaign gathered more than 300 students at the campus amphitheater of the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, to raise a voice against the rapidly changing temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns in Pune. The students assembled with their umbrellas, to express their disdain toward these ever-changing climate forecasts. The event concluded with the students writing their displeasure about the climate changes on postcards. Green Conclave Green Conclave initiative was started to spread awareness and generate dialogues for green jobs to university students and take this ‘green’ approach to other existing jobs as well. Various esteemed panelists spoke about how in traditional sectors such as manufacturing and construction or in new, emerging green sectors such as renewable energy and energy efficiency can be adopted. Indo German Tool Room It was a sensitization and awareness program on renewable energy careers at Indo-German tool room, Patna. The objective of the program was to stress on Energy Management practices for the passing out students as global Energy generation/usage is among the single highest phenomena responsible for global warming and how these engineers of the future can bring about meaningful change. The event was attended by more than 200 engineers.

The Climate Reality Project India Newsletter (Nov-Dec) 2022 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. MOU Signed with Chitkara University and International Schools On 16th November 2022, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) signed an MOU with two Chitkara International Schools and Chitkara University. Chitkara International School stakeholders, Dr. Niyati Chitkara, Director of Chitkara International Schools, Chandigarh and Panchkula, signed the MoU with TCPF, which was executed in the Chandigarh school campus in the presence of Mr Aditya Pundir, Director – India & South Asia, TCPF and Ms. Rekha Lalla, Green School Programme Manager, TCPF. Another MOU was signed at the Chitkara College of Education, and in collaboration with Chitkara School of Psychology by Dr. Madhu. A counselling session, “an Expert Talk on Understanding the Climate Crises" was also organised. Paryavaran Rakshak Programme - A Nukkad Natak Competition As a part of its annual flagship event, GRIHA Summit 2022 (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment), GRIHA Council organized “Paryavaran Rakshak Programme, a Nukkad Natak Competition” in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) with an objective to highlight the needs of involvement of students in sustainable development. The 14th GRIHA Summit was held on December 15th -16th, 2022 at the India Habitat Center, New Delhi. It anchored on the theme, “Towards Net Positive Habitats”. Ms Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF participated in the event and also served as a “Jury Member” for Nukkad Nataks that were presented in the prelude days of the summit, i.e. on November 18, 2022 at the Open Amphitheatre (OAT), India Habitat Centre. Nukkad Natak competition was based on the theme “Earth ko Anarth se Bachaye”. Save Aravalli Walk “Save Aravalli Walk” took place on 27th November 2022. The walk started with an orientation from Mr. Jitender Bhadana, co - founder of Save Aravalli Trust, about the richness of biodiversity in the area and also threw light on the waste management practices currently followed by people and how it is finding its last resting place in the Aravalli’s, unfortunately as they are the only open spaces available in the NCR belt. The 6-kilometres trail got to an exciting start with an identification quiz of local vs vilayati ‘kikar’ that was introduced some decades ago which created imbalance with local flora and fauna. Goats, cows, camels and other animals eat desi kikar leaves fondly leaving other variants totally untouched, hence its abundance. Moreover, the thorny bushes are a threat to wildlife as well with reported injuries to leopard cubs, deers and other bird species. Beautiful viewpoints/ selfie points came on the way as elevation was gained, including the beautiful cactus garden and the group-built comradeship among fellow trekkers, some of whom were as young as eighty years old. The discussions were also held about proposing a site for garbage in Bandwari, which is witnessing some resistance as it is releasing leachate into the soil threating the soil quality and water bodies. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagement, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) shared how TCPF is bringing positive change in the society by empowering schools and colleges. The walk saw 100+ participants. Cleanliness Drive in Pune A “Cleanliness Drive Campaign” was organized in Viman Nagar, Pune with the help of youth. The drive aimed at generating awareness amongst the community to bring out clean initiatives in the locality. It was conducted as a part of Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). Along with the representatives from Adar Poonawalla, 100+ students from Symbiosis University were present in the event. The drive resulted in the collection of 300 kgs waste from the trail. Webinar on National Energy Conservation Day An online seminar on the eve of National Energy Conservation Day was held on 14th December 2022 to commemorate the National Energy Conservation Day 2022 with the theme “Energy Conservation in India 2022: Present and Future Trends.” The webinar was organized by Chitkara University and Association of Professional Social Workers & Development Practitioners (APSWDP) in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The webinar was driven to talk about the understanding of energy conservation and restoration, the way forward for future trends in energy usage patterns. Mr. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagements, TCPF, delivered a talk about what energy is and built a holistic viewpoint onto its world perspective and importance for a country like India. He threw light on what student community should be doing to be more aware in their daily lives and how small ‘driven’ actions taken individually at home or at school/university level can bring a drastic change. An interactive question and answer session was conducted with 50+ students joined the session and asked very practical questions to understand the changes they collectively need to take up as students and as groups to make a shift towards sustainable energy sources. Green Jobs Conclave 2022 On 15th December 2022, The Green Jobs conclave was held at the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation & Adar Poonawalla Clean City and ExploreiT. It was organized to enlighten the students about Green Jobs and how they can plan their career in this domain. The Conclave started with the national anthem followed by the hosts giving a brief about the theme of the conclave. The session was organized to help the participants in building their knowledge around green economy, green careers, and green courses with experts from various colleges/universities offering allied courses. Additionally, they were also elaborated about the required skillsets. Dr. Adya Sharma, the director of SCMS Pune and the academic host for the event, addressed the audience and facilitated the guest panel. A Workshop on Green Campus Program in Gyan Anant Vidyalaya On 3rd December, a workshop was conducted in the Gyan Aanant Vidyalaya by Mobius Foundation in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The objective of the session was to introduce the teachers to our Green Campus Program so that they can carry out the audit in their premises, while explaining the audit to the Green Campus Committee. Ms. Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF hosted the workshop. She conducted workshops for all 40 teachers present there and gave them ideas to use the resources present in the school campus to connect students to the environment. The teachers were divided into 7 groups-Air, Water, Waste, Energy, Biodiversity, Climate innovation and Community Outreach to work with a group of students to do the audit of their existing school infrastructure. They were shown videos and work of other schools too. Teachers of each group will now have an online workshop with Mrs. Rekha Lalla to understand the process of audit and their respective topic. 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Back Vivek Trivedi National Coordinator Climate Disaster and Livelihood Dr. Vivek Trivedi is a Ph.D. in Social Work from Center for Social Work, Panjab University, Chandigarh, Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Punjabi University, Patiala and, PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from IGNOU. He is a Climate Reality Fellow (2009), at the Asia Pacific Summit, in Melbourne, hosted by the Australian Conservation Foundation. Oxfam Australia, Community Aid Abroad and UNESCO selected him in International Youth Parliament (2004) and UNESCO ESD twin world conferences, 2014 respectively and nominated him as Drafting Committee Member for ESD Youth Statement incorporated in Nagoya Declaration 2014. He has been awarded with Hindustan Times Brightest Young Climate Leadership Award 2010 by the British Council, New Delhi and conferred twice State Award in 2014 and 2020 by Chandigarh Administration on 65th Republic Day and 74th Independence Day 2020 for meritorious services in Social and Public Affairs. Also, he is an alumnus of Diplomacy Training Programme (DTP), University New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, Jeju International Training Center, UNITAR/CIFAL, Jeju, South Korea. His expertise are in Organizational Development & Strengthening, International Relations and Partnership Building, Advocacy, Programme Management and Administration, M&E and Capacity Building etc. He founded Association of Professional Social Workers and Development Practitioners (APSWDP) in 2014; a think tank and is instrumental in getting Special Consultative Status under the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC), Accreditation and Observer Status under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). He is a passionate author, global traveller and love of photography. Presently, he is working with Municipal Corporation Chandigarh as Social Development Officer in Development Cell. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Shivam Singh National Coordinator Youth Engagement Mr. Shivam Singh was trained as a climate leader in 2015 New Delhi. He has embarked a journey of eliminating climate change factors by engaging youth in effective activities. He is set out on the journey of transforming each student into a change maker, and creating ownership. He has been constantly engaging youth in practical learning and execution of work. He is creating an engine of change-making agents that can be strong enough to fight against climate change. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link