Newsletter (January-February 2024) 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! Session on Climate Change & Green Campus Program at Fergusson College An interactive workshop was conducted for the students and faculty members of the Department of Environmental Science, Fergusson College, Pune by Dr. Amruta Deshmukh. The Fergusson College, Pune has joined hands with The Climate Project Foundation under the Green Campus Program. Students are working on the various activities under the Green Campus Program. The presentation and student interaction aimed at introducing them to the Green Campus Program, guiding them regarding the GCP activities, and solving their doubts regarding the activities they are currently conducting. Around 85 students attended the session. Climate Policy for Jammu & Kashmir A meeting was conducted with the advocates of Kashmir to discuss the need for a Climate Policy exclusively for Kashmir as the state is changing with no snowfall during the winter to less snowfall. Ms. Rekha Lalla gave a presentation on climate change and explained all the lawyers working on ground levels in Kashmir, about how global climate change scenario also impacts the scenario in Kashmir. Around 55 advocates, on ground personnels working in the field of sustainability joined the meeting and had a long discussion on planning a Climate Policy for all residents of Kashmir & educational Institutes. GCP Skill Share Teacher Exchange Program Green Campus Program - Skill Share Teacher Exchange Program is an interstate exchange program can offer all schools an opportunity to experience different cultures, learn new languages and gain valuable life skills. The first GCP Skill Share TEP meeting was held on 27th January 2024, which was attended by Tagore International School, EOK Delhi & Mothers Public School, Odisha. A Teacher exchange program is a structured educational program that temporarily allows Teachers from one educational institution to learn from another institution about their best practices in the domain of Climate Change, GCP and Science-Social Sciences. The programme discussed how to help people adapt their lives and livelihoods to our changing climate, protect themselves from the increasing risks of disasters caused by climate change, and become more aware of, and resilient to, current and future climate shocks. They will understand how the GCP has broadened their view and learn about the climate resilience of that state in India. Environment & Sustainability Audit Workshop with Colleges A “Environment & Sustainability Audit Workshop” was conducted for the colleges from 18th – 20th January 2024. It includes systematic identification, recording and analysis of components related to sustainable development of an educational institution to preserve for future generations. Ms. Rekha Lalla conducted an Online Workshops for three consecutive days 18th,19th & 20th Jan 2024 from 3 to 5pm to involve the students and lecturers at colleges of Maharashtra in audit process. 183 students and faculty joined the audit training. The process has three important stages such as pre audit stage, audit stage and post audit stage. The steps for audit of educational institutions are as follows: - Study of present regulations and structure. Examine the previous infrastructure and do a comparative bon energy, waste, water & biodiversity analysis. Submit your report and then take actions. Noting of provisions applicable. Evaluation of internal control system. Teachers’ Training Program for Ajeenkya D Y Patil University, Pune An online Teachers’ Training Program was conducted for the faculty members and students at Ajeenkya D Y Patil University (ADYPU) as a part of the Green Campus Program. Ms. Rekha Lalla, Lead - Green Campus Program, The Climate Project Foundation discussed the science, impact, and solutions to the climate change crisis. Dr. Amruta Deshmukh introduced the need for climate action and the Green Campus Program for Higher Education Institutions and how it aligns with UGC & NAAC norms. She emphasized how the participation of HEIs, and the young generation can catalyse the target of Net Zero. Youth Mobilisation for Climate Action at GD Goenka University The GD Goenka University partnered with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) to host a one-day event on, “Climate Change and the Role of Youth in Addressing it”, on National Youth Day. The session was attended by the students as well as faculty from various departments. Mr. Bhavesh from TCPF discussed climate change crisis, global warming, and reasons for calamities like flooding and desertification. This sparked curiosity among students. He then presented sustainable solutions such as solar-powered battery-based bicycles, efficient cookstoves, and concepts like slow and eco-tourism to raise awareness within communities. Dr. Rekha Singh from ECPFO spoke about Mission LiFE and a sustainable future, while Dr. Nihal Siddiqui conducted a campus tour, showcasing the Fire Drill Ground established under the Centre of Excellence- Occupational Health & Safety. The orientation concluded with the vision of the Vice-Chancellor, Kim Menezes, who wants to make GD Goenka University a climate-active and leading Green Campus. Teachers’ Training Program in Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, Pune An online Teachers’ Training Program (TTP) was conducted for the faculty members and students at Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS), Pune as a part of The Green Campus Program. Ms. Rekha Lalla from The Climate Project Foundation discussed the science, impacts, and solutions of the climate crisis, emphasizing zoonotic diseases, extreme weather, and viable solutions, and shared how the Green Campus Program (GCP) can address the issues. Dr. Amruta Deshmukh threw light on how HEIs play a critical role in this, how the GCP aligns with UGC and NAAC norms, and emphasized youth engagement. GCP Committee Meeting (Online) with HEIs Online Green Campus Program (GCP) committee meeting was held with core committee members of the following colleges: GMN College, Ambala Cantt., Haryana Maharashtra College of Arts, Science & Commerce (MCASC), Maharashtra Maharaja Agrasen University (MAU-Baddi), Himachal Pradesh Ajeenkya University, Maharashtra SD College, Ambala Cantt., Haryana Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh NMITD, Mumbai USTM, Meghalaya Dr. Sakshi Grover underlined the need of “Green Campus Program” for Higher Education Institutions and how it would benefit the college community and the students. She also advocated the alignment of the Green Campus Program with UGC, NAAC and Mission LiFE norms. Mr. Bhavesh Swami explained about the future avenues for the student community regarding the green skills & training, green jobs, and startups. Online session on “Smart City & Greening of Campuses” with NITTTR, Chandigarh National Institute of Technical Teachers Training & Research (NITTTR), Chandigarh organised an Online one-week Faculty Development Program on “Sustainable Cities & Communities.” Speakers & panellists from various institutions & organisations were invited to discuss Smart & Sustainable cities with students & faculty members. Mr. Bhavesh Swami from The Climate Project Foundation gave the presentation on “Importance of Green Campuses for Smart & Sustainable city model.” More than 15 faculty members & 70+ students attended the session of knowledge. MoU Signing with Ajeenkya DY Patil University The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) successfully signed MoU with Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU), Pune, Maharashtra under the Green Campus Program. During the MoU Signing ceremony, Mr. Aditya Pundir, Director, TCPF discussed beneficial future seminars/ programs we are planning under student development and engagement and how GCP will be helping the institute to reach of our common goal of a sustainable future. All the members of ADYPU promised their commitment to GCP with the active participation of students from their NSS wing. Panel Discussion on Sustainable Fashion and Climate Justice at NIFT, Bhubaneswar On 1st February 2024, National Institute of Fashion Technology – Bhubaneswar, Odisha conducted a panel discussion on Climate Justice and Sustainable Fashion. The panel discussion began with how fashion, especially fast fashion industry impacts global GHG emissions and hence, it is imperative to look at the triple bottom line (People, Planet & Profit) in a much more balanced way. Additionally, the light was thrown on how climate justice can be embedded in. The session was designed by Professor Dr. Binay Bhushan Jena for the students and faculty members of the institute. Dr. Jena is known for establishing Farm to Fashion concept at NIFT-Bhubaneswar. Mr. Prafulla Dhal, National Coordinator – Climate Disaster and Livelihood, The Climate Project Foundation; and Ms. Smruti S Samantray, Manager – Communications and Collaborations, The Climate Project Foundation were invited as the panellists, among others. Mr. Dhal spoke about the need for climate change mitigation in Odisha and how climate justice can be aligned with it. Ms. Samantray spoke about how design students can contribute towards the journey of sustainability and bring in an impactful transformation in the purchasing behaviour of the society while shedding light on green jobs. Celebrating National Science Day at Mount Abu School, Delhi In India, 28th February marks as National Science Day, celebrating Sir C.V. Raman's groundbreaking discovery of the Raman Effect, which revolutionized our understanding of light-matter interaction. To commemorate this, The Climate Project Foundation organized an event in association with the Mount Abu School, Rohini, Delhi. Ms. Rekha Lalla emphasized the importance of environmental conservation to students, discussing environmental degradation and actionable steps they can take to preserve it. The students engaged proactively in the dialogue, sharing their perspectives on the current state of climate change. Teachers Training Program in Odisha This February, The Mother’s Public School, Bhubaneswar, Odisha organized a Teachers’ Training Program in their campus, in association with The Climate Project Foundation, as a part of Green Campus Program initiative. It was an extensive workshop that went on for two days, and exclusively for the teachers. Teachers from 5 branches of the Mother’s Public School-Odisha were present for 2 days to learn and exchange their views, participate in group presentations, and integrate activities in their curriculum. The Mother’s Public School has Climate Change as their topic for all their activities, around the year. Audit Workshop for Sethu Institute of Technology, Madurai The Climate Project Foundation recently conducted an audit workshop at the Sethu Institute of Technology, Madurai, to impart knowledge about green auditing. This process assesses environmental practices both on and off campus, impacting the atmosphere directly or indirectly. Green auditing systematically identifies, quantifies, records, reports, and analyses components of the college environment. The objective was to involve the students in environmental auditing, helping them understand their institution's carbon footprint and resource consumption. It also educates them on aspects like plant diversity, pollution reduction, and soil preservation. Green auditing contributes to biodiversity protection, landscape management, water conservation, and natural topography maintenance. The workshop engaged 40 students and their professors, beginning with an overview of global energy, waste, and climate change scenarios, followed by discussions on India's current situation. MoU Signed with HEIs in Mumbai We recently signed an MoU with the Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) in Mumbai: A.G.S College of Education; and Vikas College of Arts, Science & Commerce to collaborate on implementing SDGs "Green Campus Program" & "Faculty Development Program". TCPF actively supports UN's SDGs, aligning with India's national implementation efforts. Our focus includes sustainable development, climate solutions, and making Indian campuses carbon neutral. This partnership aims to spread awareness of climate change and environmental sustainability through the "Faculty Development Program." Teachers’ Training Program at Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies A Teachers’ Training Program was conducted under the Green Campus Program (GCP) for Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies (SCMS), Pune to discuss Sustainability and ESG, and to guide about GCP, processes involved in the same, and the roadmap. SCMS Pune is registered with us under the GCP. Mr. Bhavesh Swami discussed Sustainability and ESG (Environmental Social Governance). After a quick overview of TCPF, he delivered a short but impactful presentation about sustainability, current ESG trends in business, and the need for climate education among students. The talk was designed for the management students. Dr. Amruta Deshmukh gave an overview of the Green Campus Program for HEIs and introduced the need for climate action. She explained the objectives and explained the alignment with NAAC and UGC circulars. She also explained the GCP roadmap and work done by other HEIs under GCP in detail. Webinar on World Wetlands Day A webinar on the eve of World Wetlands Day was organized by The Climate Project Foundation. The theme of the webinar was, “Wetlands & Human Wellbeing.” The webinar was attended by 500+ participants, including the faculty & students from various colleges. Ms. Sumaiya Mamun, an urban planner, addressed wetland issues and conservation measures, highlighting threats to mangroves, swamps, and marshes from anthropogenic activities. She discussed landscape topography in India and Bangladesh and the threat of microplastics to species. She also outlined government sector initiatives for conservation. Mr. Raj Mohan, of Sustainable Green Initiative, emphasized tree importance and showcased plantation drives across India, transforming barren landscapes into green spaces with 60 million trees planted for climate action. His focus on sapling distribution engaged local residents in restoration efforts. Acts of Leadership by Climate Reality Leaders Rituraj Phukan Mr. Rituraj Phukan, National Coordinator, Biodiversity - The Climate Project Foundation has penned down an article, “Impact of COP28 on India: Global stocktake and the challenge of balancing economic growth with climate responsibilities,” which was published in The CSR Universe. Click here to read it: He has also written an editorial on “The COP28 Conundrum” published in The Financial Express. Click here to read it. Anand Pendharkar SPROUTS led by Mr. Anand Pendharkar, restarted its Monthly Lecture Series into its 12th year, with an expert, Dr. Aprit Bansal on Photographing Birds around the World, on Fri Jan 19, 2024. Anand Pendharkar also conducted a Bird Walk on Jan 29, 2024, Birds of Shikha Eco -Learning Village, Odisha with Happy Hands School for the Deaf, School students & teachers. Our Leaders at The Climate Conference 2024 Ms. Elsie Gabriel, Ms. Nita Ganguly, and Mr. Anand Pendharkar were invited at The Climate Conference, 2024 organised by MoEFCC in partnership with Avana Climate & sustainability Fund on 12th January at Taj Santacruz. They interacted & deliberated on Financing sustainability endeavours. Prafulla Dhal Mr. Prafulla Dhal, National Coordinator, Climate Disaster and Livelihood - The Climate Project Foundation, conducted an eco-walk for sustainable coastal ecosystems in Odisha with 1100 village organisations 700 km coastal length and 2000 schools, colleges and FPOs covered and 600000 rural participants. This eco-walk is intended to carry on for 4 months and has begun from Ganjam to reach Balasore via Puri, Khordha, Jagatsinghpur, and Bhadrak. Gaurav Sharma Mr. Gaurav Sharma partnered with ACIC-VGU Foundation for Calling applications for Eco-friendly & Sustainable Lifestyle Accelerator. Nita Ganguly Ms. Nita Ganguly, National Coordinator, Waste Management - The Climate Project Foundation, was invited as a Guest Speaker & trainer by DES Kirti M Doongursee College for an workshop on Bio- Enzymes on 20th February at their Biology Lab. Read Our Latest Blogs COP28 Blog Series By Rituraj Phukan By Sagar Kalra By Tasnia Ahmed By Parth Joshi Checkout Our Previous Newsletters November - December Newsletter 2023 September - October Newsletter 2023 July - August Newsletter 2023 March - April Newsletter 2023 November - December Newsletter 2022 May - June Newsletter 2023 January - February Newsletter 2023 September - October Newsletter 2022

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Careers 2D Animator & Sketching Artist Job Opening: 2D Animator Location: New Delhi, India | Type: Full-Time | In-office The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia is seeking a creative 2D Animator to develop engaging edutainment content on climate change. Key Responsibilities: Design 2D animations, explainer videos, and short films on climate-related topics. Collaborate with educators and designers to conceptualize and storyboard impactful visuals. Ensure high-quality, polished content aligned with organizational goals. Stay updated on animation trends and innovate to enhance outreach initiatives. Requirements: Proficiency in tools like Adobe Animate, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Moho, Blender or Similar . Strong storytelling and character animation skills. Creativity and passion for simplifying complex topics for diverse audiences. Basic knowledge of climate change or willingness to learn. Prior experience is preferred, but freshers are also encouraged to apply as interns. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team creating a sustainable future while showcasing your creative talents! Apply Now: Send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to connect@climatereality.org.in Job Opening: Sketching Artist Location: New Delhi, India | Type: Full-Time | In-office The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia is seeking a skilled Sketching Artist to create visually impactful content on climate change and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Develop hand-drawn sketches, illustrations, and storyboards for edutainment and educational materials. Collaborate with content creators and designers to visualize complex climate-related topics. Create characters, infographics, and scenes that convey engaging narratives. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality work and adapt to feedback. Requirements: Proficiency in traditional and digital sketching tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Affinity or Procreate) . Strong creativity, storytelling, and attention to detail. Passion for sustainability and willingness to learn about climate change. Prior experience in sketching, illustration, or related fields. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven organization using art and creativity to inspire climate solutions and awareness. Apply Now: Send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to connect@climatereality.org.in

Climate Justice Climate justice refers to the idea that all people should have equal access to the Earth's resources and be protected from the impacts of climate change. It encompasses a wide range of issues, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, protecting vulnerable communities from the effects of climate change, and ensuring that the costs of addressing climate change are shared fairly. Climate justice also includes the protection of human rights, the rights of indigenous peoples, and the rights of future generations. It also addresses issues of social and economic inequality and aims to ensure that the most marginalized and vulnerable communities are not disproportionately affected by climate change. At The Climate Project Foundation, we have adopted Climate Justice as a movement to address inequities with adaptation strategies and long-term mitigation. All our initiatives are strategically built on the ethos of utilizing solutions at hand while optimizing adaptation. To do so, we tag the opportunities of empowerment with our initiatives. Making Maharashtra Villages Water-sufficient The climate change-induced diminishing monsoon is expanding to the drought prone-areas of Maharashtra. The water bodies in the affected parts of Maharashtra continue to recede during the pre-monsoon season, affecting the villagers especially women, who are responsible to fetch water for the daily household chores. Water crisis has forced women in some parts of Maharashtra to walk long distances every day and even risk their lives to fetch drinking water by climbing down deep dried wells. The Climate Project Foundation under the guidance of Col. Shashikant Dalvi (Retd.) took up the task of making the villages in Maharashtra water sufficient through rainwater harvesting technique. The project was initiated in the 4 villages (Koregaon, Kurvandi and Thugaon) of Ambegaon Taluka in Pune district. With the kind support from ICICI, MAPS Industries, Vasundhara Sanvardhan, Pune, member of the Panchayat Samitis, Sarpanch, local officials, village residents and other on-ground partners, we have been able to complete the Rainwater Harvesting project at the four villages of Ambegaon Taluka in October 2021, making them tanker-free. Empowering the Local Communities in Odisha Climate change has led to an increase in the frequency and intensity of the extreme weather events like cyclones, and floods in the coastal states. Odisha, the eastern coastal state of India, witnessed three cyclones in the year 2021. Super cyclones like Yaas caused heavy rainfall, sweeping and damaging the houses, farmlands and uprooting the trees on its way. The cyclones impact lives and livelihoods of lakhs of people especially the poor coastal communities. To help these coastal communities in Odisha, The Climate Project Foundation launched ‘Mission One Million fruit trees’ in 2019. The mission was launched to help the small and marginalised farmers by generating sustainable livelihoods and ensuring food security through plantation of fruit trees. During 2019-2021, 8.30 lakh trees were planted in the Puri district alone. In the long term, the mission would also help in climate change adaptation and mitigation. Climate Change Education in rural districts of Maharashtra The Climate Reality Project India focuses on education and capacity building in a fight against climate change through its Education Programs i.e. Teachers Training Program and Green Campus Program. The Education programs aim at sensitizing the educators and students about climate change impacts and solutions at hand. We prioritize local solutions and empower educational institutes to take climate action. We collaborated with one of the biggest educational societies in Maharashtra, Rayat Shikshan Sanstha with 444 Secondary Schools to take climate change education for deeper engagement in rural districts of Maharashtra. Our Teachers Training Program is being implemented in 50 schools and Green Campus Program in 5 schools from 5 districts (Satara, Sangli, Kolhapur, Solapur and Pune) of Maharashtra in its first phase. This will ensure that the educational institutions have capacities to teach about climate change and create a green and sustainable environment for students to learn and take the message of sustainability forward through climate actions.

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

Youth for Earth Youth for Earth is a flagship youth leadership and action initiative launched in 2019 through a collaboration between the Mobius Foundation and The Climate Project Foundation. The programme empowers young people to take meaningful climate action by providing a platform to develop and implement innovative, solution-oriented projects that address real environmental challenges within their communities and campuses. Over five successful editions, Youth for Earth has supported youth-led initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering leadership, creativity, and on-ground impact. Participants have received national and international recognition for their efforts, highlighting the power of youth in driving change. The 6th edition of Youth for Earth will be announced later this year, continuing the programme’s mission to nurture the next generation of environmental leaders. Visit the Website Youth for Earth 2025 The Youth for Earth (Y4E) Campaign, a flagship initiative of the International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE), enters its 6th edition in 2025 with a continued commitment to empowering young leaders as agents of change for a sustainable future. Led by the Mobius Foundation and The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia, Y4E serves as a dynamic platform to amplify youth voices, showcase innovative and action-oriented projects, and foster a growing global community dedicated to environmental stewardship. Building on the success of the 2024 theme, “Greening Education for a Sustainable Future,” Y4E 2025 is strategically aligned with the 7th ICSE theme, “Sustainability Education for Green Jobs.” As the global transition to a green economy accelerates, the campaign emphasizes the role of sustainability education in preparing young people for emerging green sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, waste management, and climate adaptation. By bridging the gap between awareness and action, Y4E enables youth to design practical, scalable solutions that contribute to a net-zero future while inspiring broader community-led climate action. Winners & Project Works Past Year Winners Youth for Earth 2024 Winner List and Project Work Youth for Earth 2023 Winner List and Project Work Youth for Earth 2022 Winner List and Project Work Youth for Earth 2019 Winner List and Project Work Gallery

Internship Opportunity for Research and Content Development We are looking for self-motivated and passionate interns who will be responsible for doing the research work and help the Team in developing content on Climate Change, SDGs, Sustainability Education for College/ University level teachers and students. Duration: 3 Months Requirements- Good writing skills in English Well-versed with MS office Strong research, Analytical & Data synthesis skill Master's Degree (Environmental Sciences, Zoology, Botany, Life Sciences) Mode: Hybrid Internship Type: Paid Send us your CVs at: india@climatereality.com Last date to apply- 11th June 2023

EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS Ambition to Action: Climathon Delhi Sat, 21 Feb TERI School Of Advanced Studies Details Internation Youth & Sustainability Festival Fri, 20 Feb Symbiosis Kopou Hostel Road Details Teachers Skillshare Program on Sustainability Sat, 07 Feb The Mann School Details World Wetlands Day Mon, 03 Feb Webinar Details International Eco-Visionary Dialogue on Advancing Sustainable Urban Future: Roadmap to COP29 Wed, 09 Oct Webinar Details Youth 4 COP - Session 5 Sat, 10 Aug Online Conference Learn more Green Campus Conclave Wed, 07 Aug St. Teresa's Girl's Secondary School Learn more Youth 4 COP - Session 4 Sat, 03 Aug Webinar Learn more Youth 4 COP - Session 3 Sat, 27 Jul Zoom Learn more 9th National Youth Conference on Climate Change Fri, 26 Jul National Electricity Authority Training Learn more Students Climate Action Conference 2024 Tue, 23 Jul Webinar Learn more Students Climate Action Conference 2024 Tue, 16 Jul Zoom Event Details Green Campus Conclave Fri, 05 Jul Neeri Auditorium, Nagpur Details World Environment Day Wed, 05 Jun Zoom Event Learn more Green Campus Awareness Programme Wed, 05 Jun New Delhi Learn more World Environment Day 2024 Wed, 05 Jun Lord Buddha Secondary School বিশ্ব পরিবেশ দিবস Wed, 05 Jun Abdus Somed High School World Environment Day Wed, 05 Jun Abdus Somed High School Learn more Load More PAST EVENTS AT A GLANCE Ambition to Action: Climathon Delhi Sat, 21 Feb TERI School Of Advanced Studies Details Internation Youth & Sustainability Festival Fri, 20 Feb Symbiosis Kopou Hostel Road Details Teachers Skillshare Program on Sustainability Sat, 07 Feb The Mann School Details World Wetlands Day Mon, 03 Feb Webinar Protecting Wetlands for our Common Future Details International Eco-Visionary Dialogue on Advancing Sustainable Urban Future: Roadmap to COP29 Wed, 09 Oct Webinar Details Youth 4 COP - Session 5 Sat, 10 Aug Online Conference Learn more Green Campus Conclave Wed, 07 Aug St. Teresa's Girl's Secondary School Learn more Youth 4 COP - Session 4 Sat, 03 Aug Webinar Learn more Youth 4 COP - Session 3 Sat, 27 Jul Zoom Learn more 9th National Youth Conference on Climate Change Fri, 26 Jul National Electricity Authority Training Learn more Students Climate Action Conference 2024 Tue, 23 Jul Webinar Learn more Students Climate Action Conference 2024 Tue, 16 Jul Zoom Event Young Minds, Green Solution Details Green Campus Conclave Fri, 05 Jul Neeri Auditorium, Nagpur Details World Environment Day Wed, 05 Jun Zoom Event Land restoration, desertification & drought resilience Learn more Green Campus Awareness Programme Wed, 05 Jun New Delhi On this World Environment Day, join us to discuss more about Climate Change: It’s Science, Impacts and Solutions Learn more World Environment Day 2024 Wed, 05 Jun Lord Buddha Secondary School Climate Change: Science, Impacts and Solution বিশ্ব পরিবেশ দিবস Wed, 05 Jun Abdus Somed High School World Environment Day Wed, 05 Jun Abdus Somed High School Learn more Load More

Back Elsie Gabriel National Coordinator Ocean Conservation Elsie has been awarded the UNESCO Green Citizen-Ocean Literacy. She is the Founder President Young Environmentalists Programme with focus on youth climate and ocean education programs with focus on Lakshadweep Islands and Mumbai city institutions, while mentoring young adults in Assam,Andaman’s, Sri Lanka, RAWA Malaysia and Maldives. Ambassador for India Ocean Quest Co Founder Ocean School Professional Association of Diving Instructors-Advance Diver Director-Poseidon Handicap Scuba ADEX Speaker Elsie was invited to the plenary session at UN Ocean Conference Portugal as Speaker where she enforced ocean literacy as the key to ocean conservation and climate mitigation. Presently researching on fisherwomen and indigenous women, surfers/Divers as Agents of Change in the ocean education context. As a Diver her research has taken her to oceans in Galapagos, Philippines, Mexico, Bahamas and Jamaica, Mexico, Lakshadweep, Havelock, Australia, Thailand, Grand Cayman. Awarded Golden Award recognition by Maldives Tourism Ministry for launching Accessible Sustainable Tourism with focus on climate justice. She is also the recipient of the Mayors Award Mumbai for Limnology-Powai Lake conservation and recycling of water hyacinths into Eco bricks. Harvard University Senior Professional Management . Masters Mass Communication and Social Work. PG in Island Development and Biodiversity. Cohort Member Women Climate Collective Member Climate4Women Member Mumbai Climate Action Project Ambassador for Peace-Workhardt India Author of Book-Get Out Get Going Outdoors launched by the Governor and Mayor of Mumbai ,which aims at promoting wilderness outdoors education and digital detox. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

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Tree Plantation One of the best ways to lower the concentration of the greenhouse gases from the atmosphere is to create more carbon sinks. The Climate Reality Project India is supporting India’s NDCs towards the Paris Agreement to achieve sequestration of 2.5 -3 billion tonnes of CO2 from forests and trees by 2030, and thus, collaborating with its partners and the Climate Reality leaders. Mission One Million Fruit Trees In the backdrop of cyclone Fani, 2019 , the Mission Million Fruit Trees was launched. The Climate Reality Project India joined hands with Sustainable Green Initiative(SGI), One Tree Planted and SPARSH Odisha and successfully launched the campaign in August 2019 by the Speaker of Odisha Legislative Assembly in an event attended by thousands of people. The mission will plant at least 1 million fruit trees in Odisha coastal districts, particularly in Puri district, during 2019-2025, in five year time for ensuring food security to small marginal farmers & recovering the green coverages lost due to cyclone and generate employments on for youths on agriculture & horticulture sectors. The Climate Reality Leaders Prafulla Dhal, and Raj Mohan, the implementer of OTP project in India and the Founder of Sustainable Green Initiative are committed to the Mission One Million Fruit Trees in Odisha. Timeline By 15th August 2019, one lakh trees were distributed to the villagers through the NGO networks, which were planted in the fruit hatcheries, backyards of individual households and schools and public places. In 2020, 93 thousand saplings were planted in Puri for community-level resilience and recovery of greenery, local livelihoods and food security. In 2019-2021, the mission has planted 8.30 lakh trees in Puri district. Of these plantations, 2.90 lakh fruit trees have been planted, and 5.40 lakh coastal forest species such as casuarina are planted by the farmers. The important feature of this initiative in these three years of its journey is the emergence of farmer bodies, namely, “Farmer Producer Companies” (FPC) to undertake plantation drives sustainably till 2030. Currently, 15 FPCs have been registered and 7600 farmers have become their members. The mission has an aim to promote a network of 100 FPCs in 7 coastal districts of Odisha, including Puri, by 2030, where 1 lakh farmers should be networked with a commitment of planting at least 100 fruit trees each by 2030, thereby, reaching 10 million fruit trees. Molaikathoni Nursery Project An initiative of The Climate Reality Project India in association with the Forest Man Foundation and the Indigenous People’s Climate Justice Forum The Molaikathoni Nursery Project was conceived by The Climate Reality Project India and is being planned and implemented in collaboration with the Forest Man Foundation and Indigenous People’s Climate Justice Forum. The 1 hectare (approx. 4 bighas) nursery is located on the Arunachapori island in the Majuli district of Assam. The Molaikathoni Nursery Project was initiated in March and officially launched on World Water Day 2022 under the patronship and direction of Jadav ‘Molai’ Payeng, a Padma Shree awardee who is also known as the Forest Man of India. Under the Molaikathoni Nursery Project, a total of 393270 saplings were planted with a survival rate of 68%. Despite the many challenges the project has yielded expected results. Altogether 170000 saplings from the nursery have been replanted as a part of a larger forestation project. The project has provided livelihood to some villagers for several months, directly motivating the communities to participate in conservation of the forest and the wildlife species. Around 40 native saplings and several hundred seeds of Arjuna were planted with the participation of the local community during the observance on the occasion of World Environment Day 2022 under the program. Read the Full Report Mangrove Plantation Mangroves can store up to five times more carbon than the equivalent area of mature tropical forests; acts as a protective biological shield against cyclones and tsunamis, provides livelihood and ecologically sensitive areas. Mangroves plantations are critical to coastal regions. Climate Reality India supported Mr. Raj Mohan, Climate Reality Leader and founder of Sustainable Green Initiative, in planting and distributing 51000 trees and mangroves saplings at Kumirmari island in Sundarbans, West Bengal. This island of Kumirmari still needs about half a million-mangrove.