Back Sumit Ramesh Arora National Coordinator Waste & Circular Economy Sumit R Arora is a Social Development Specialist with more than 15 years of experience working with the Government and Non-Government sectors. His areas of interest include Youth & Gender studies, Environment & Climate Change issues, Waste Management, Behaviour Change Management with core competency in the domain of Capacity Building, Institutional Strengthening, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Report Writing. Besides, he is a Doctorate in Sociology and has published a few research papers and articles in Journals of National and International Repute. He is a Certified Climate Reality Leader (CRL) under The Climate Reality Project, trained by Nobel Laureate and former US Vice President Mr. Al Gore at “The Climate Reality Leadership Corps”, training program held at New Delhi (India) in February 2015. He is also President of Chandigarh based Civil Society Organization named ‘Association of Professional Social Worker and Development Practitioners (APSWDP)’, an association with Special Consultative Status with UN-ECOSOC, UN-DGC, and UNESCO-MIL Alliance. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Pradeep Bhattarai National Coordinator A graduate in Environment Management, Mr. Pradeep Bhattarai has spent a decade in environment management, climate justice and sustainable development. He is a dedicated and highly inspired environmental professional and sustainability practitioner. He has rich experience working on climate education and awareness in South Asia. He has been following the national climate policies and UNFCCC negotiations for several years. He holds a master’s degree in Environment Management and has also completed Cornell Climate Online Fellowship by Cornel University, USA. He was awarded as a grantee of the Joke Waller-Hunter in 2018. Pradeep led various projects at Prakriti Resource Center for more than six and a half years. He has also served as a Network Coordinator at Nepalese Youth for Climate Action (NYCA). Being a mentor at Care About Climate, he supported educating young people from the global south on climate change negotiations. He has rich experience working across South Asia and the global south with different networks, especially on technical capacity building of young people on climate change. He is a highly active and passionate climate change specialist, who possesses analytical thinking and innovative skills in developing ideas and solutions to improve environmental sustainability and climate actions. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Pradeep Karuturi National Coordinator E Mobility With over a decade of experience in public policy, Pradeep has extensively worked on climate change-related issues, including sustainable mobility, Indigenous community welfare, and disaster relief management. His journey has taken him across various organizations in India and internationally, honing his expertise in these critical areas. In his full-time role, he leads policy advocacy in India, promoting sustainable mobility in cities through electric vehicles with the policy research think tank OMI Foundation. Additionally, Pradeep is a Global Shaper Alumni, an initiative by the World Economic Forum, and has undergone training in the Climate Reality Leadership Program. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Urban Environment Management and Law from the National Law University of Delhi. He has also been selected for the Global Solvers Accelerator Program by the Melton Foundation for the 2024 cohort. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Nita Ganguly National Coordinator Waste Management Ms. Nita Ganguly is the winner of several National and State awards as an educator. She authored two colourful illustrated children’s story books: POLY TRAP and Hello Earth…here we come. A Fulbright scholar- 2009, TEDx speaker- 2017 and a National coordinator for Waste to Wealth for TCRP-India. In 2008, she was certified as Climate Reality leader and ever since, she has not looked back and has reached out to both defence personals and civil societies including the rag pickers. 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

Back Ugan Manandhar National Coordinator More than a cumulative of 2 decades of working experience in the climate adaptation and mitigation change, natural resources management, biodiversity conservation and energy sector that focused on international policies and negotiations (UNFCCC and CBD), assessing impacts, and mainstreaming and implementing the array of projects in the above-mentioned sectors. A strong and clear understanding on forest resources, management, water resources management and climate change adaptation in Nepal. Able to plan and innovate programs and undertake policy advocacy in climate change, forest resources management, water resource management and biodiversity conservation. More than a half a decade of field experience in developing, designing, and executing hydropower projects in Nepal, Bhutan, India and Myanmar, solar projects in Nepal and Myanmar and biogas projects in Nepal and advocate Cumulative Impact Assessments. Have demonstrated leadership roles in the climate change and energy arena both nationally and internationally and uptake of carbon financing programs (energy and forestry). Strong experience in undertaking community and government engagements. Working on bioplastics to phase out plastics. Worked as a mentor for youth on climate change and developing curriculum for schools (grade 6-8 and 9-10) and undergraduate and graduate programs of the Environment Science. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Md. Nayeem Hossin Khan National Coordinator Md. Nayeem Hossain Khan, hailing from Bangladesh, holds a Master's Degree in Soil Science from Soil, Water and Environment Discipline of Khulna University and a Bachelor's Degree in Soil Science from the National University of Bangladesh. He is the founder of EnvoEdu, an environmental education organization, demonstrating a commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a versatile skill set encompassing leadership, communication, and computer proficiency, he has actively engaged in over 10 social development organizations. Nayeem has showcased his leadership abilities as President of the Bangladesh Soil Club and in roles such as Divisional Coordinator at SERAC-Bangladesh NGO. His national and regional coordination experience includes serving as National Coordinator for the Termite Society and Chief Coordinator for 64D Initiatives. Moreover, he has advocated for youth engagement as a member of Global Platform Bangladesh. Nayeem's diverse training includes workshops on research, data analysis, tourism, and gender equity in climate change. His expertise spans climate change impacts on coastal areas, disaster management, land management, and environmental law. With a track record of effective planning, coordination, and project management, Nayeem Khan is poised to make significant contributions to environmental and social initiatives. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Vikrant Srivastava National Coordinator International Cooperation/COP He is a multidisciplinary climate action professional with years of experience, specializing in impact investing and intergovernmental processes to foster climate adaptation solutions, youth leadership, and policy governance within the UN system and civil society. He effectively integrates gender equality, Indigenous rights, and youth perspectives into global climate initiatives. As the Co-founder of Lead4Earth and an active participant in the UN process, Vikrant has significantly enhanced network reach and influenced policy across Asia-Pacific countries. His leadership has been pivotal in securing substantial funding for grassroots projects, directly benefiting over 50,000 individuals and mobilizing $300,000 USD. Vikrant's work has earned him the National Young Achiever's Award and a Gold Medal at the Global Sustainable Futures Network. He closely follows the Rio Conventions and serves as an advisor to the World Food Forum. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

Back Phurpa Lama Country Coordinator Phurpa Lama is from Nepal, a dedicated climate activist and educator hailing from Nepal, boasting over 13 years of expertise in addressing climate change issues. His journey began in Denmark, where he was selected to attend the come2gether Climate Ambassador Conference in 2009. Further enhancing his knowledge, he earned a degree in Crossing Borders Global Studies from Krogerup Hojskole in Denmark, focusing on environmental sustainability, climate change, and UN Sustainable Development Goals. Between 2012 and 2015, he served as a Resource Person at the NEFIN Climate Change Partnership Program in Nepal. In 2013, he underwent training by former US Vice President Al Gore and officially became a Climate Reality Leader for the Climate Reality Project. His commitment extended to numerous performances on climate change in isolated Nepalese villages, accompanied by over two dozen training sessions on climate change and REDD+ issues for various Indigenous Peoples organizations. His efforts aimed to empower communities with knowledge about the climate crisis, fostering meaningful actions for change. Notably, he initiated the "Light Up A Life For A Better Nepal" project after the devastating earthquake in 2015. This project, launched shortly thereafter, focused on supplying solar power lamps to villages devoid of electricity, concurrently raising awareness about the harmful impact of petrol-powered lamps. The primary objective is to introduce solar systems to hundreds of homes currently without electricity, replacing fossil fuel-based lighting systems in Nepal's remote mountain villages with sustainable alternatives. His advocacy extends globally, as he mentored during Climate Reality Leadership Corps events held in New Delhi, Florida, Philippines, and Pittsburgh. Share Profile Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Copy link

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.

Water Conservation Water is life. We have been listening to this phrase since time immemorial, but do we realize its importance for our sustenance. India along with some other nations is going through an unprecedented water crisis. There are many factors that have led to this water crisis in our country, the major being the impacts of climate change. Due to climate change we are experiencing erratic rainfalls, cloud bursts, the number of rain days are decreasing, the droughts are drier and draining rivers, aquifers, and reservoirs. In urban as well as rural landscapes, catchment areas are decreasing with large-scale wetland degradation and poor water management. Climate Reality Is Working Intensively On Programs Like Traditional Rainwater Harvesting Systems as Well As Offline / Online Workshops To Create Local Water Warriors.. Success Stories Rain Water Harvesting Project At Ambegaon, Pune The Climate Reality Project - India under the able guidance of our National Coordinator for Water conservation, Col. Shashikant Dalvi (Retd.) launched the Rain Water Harvesting project in 04 districts of Pune namely, Karegaon, Bhavadi, Kurwandi and Thugaon falling under Ambegaon Taluk. With the kind support from ICICI, MAPS, these districts started their journey from being water starved to water sufficient areas. Read Full Story Rain water Harvesting Project at Kamkheda Village, Beed District Beed is one of the worst drought hit districts of the Marathwada region in Maharashtra. The rainfall pattern here is uneven. The region also saw the effects of el-nino phenomenon from 2010-2017. Tens of thousands of Beed residents have no choice but to struggle hard to source the basic necessity – water. With the help of our National Coordinator for Water Conservation, Retd. Col. Shashikant Dalvi, the pilot project to make Beed district water sufficient, was started. A number of awareness programs were conducted on rain water harvesting for the villagers and members of Gram Panchayat of Kaamkheda village in Beed. In April 2018, it was decided to start the implementation of the program in the village. The project was also supported by MAPS Industries (I) Pvt. Ltd. Pune. The project has shown good results and we believe that soon the district will become water- tanker free. The state government is also replicating this project in other Talukas. Read Full Story Read Full Report on our Water Conservation Initiatives Bachega Jal, Banega Kal - Mission Pani We are already facing a water crisis, and climate change is making it worse. With ever-increasing water demand coupled with unpredictable weather conditions, frequent flooding, severe droughts, heatwaves and water tables going down, climate change impacts our water. It will hit hard on water availability for human use. Water conservation and its management play an essential role to fight climate crises. With the current crisis, significance of water conservation becomes even more important. As we are all aware, hygiene is fundamental to our fight against the current pandemic whether it’s washing hands, sanitization or wearing a mask. So, come forward and do your bit, conserve water, practice safety and hygiene and help fight in this war against the pandemic. Taking a step towards solving the water crisis, we support MISSION PANI, an initiative towards saving water and sustaining it for the generations to come. Let’s save more water together. Learn More Take Water Action, Fight the Climate Crisis.' Gallery

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