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E-Waste: Turning a Global Crisis into a Sustain...

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In the digital age, our technological progress comes with an increasingly urgent environmental cost. India has experienced an unprecedented surge in electronic waste, with a staggering 163% increase in discarded...

E-Waste: Turning a Global Crisis into a Sustain...

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In the digital age, our technological progress comes with an increasingly urgent environmental cost. India has experienced an unprecedented surge in electronic waste, with a staggering 163% increase in discarded...

Electric Vehicles and Sustainability

Electric Vehicles and Sustainability

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India currently faces an unprecedented air quality challenge that directly impacts our health: - Road transport contributes 20-30% of urban air pollution - In North India, a striking 50% of...

Electric Vehicles and Sustainability

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India currently faces an unprecedented air quality challenge that directly impacts our health: - Road transport contributes 20-30% of urban air pollution - In North India, a striking 50% of...

From Novelty to Necessity: Can we find a responsible way for plastics to coexist in nature?

From Novelty to Necessity: Can we find a respon...

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Plastics have gradually infiltrated and become an inseparable part of our lives. Growing up, I remember our kitchen shelves gleaming with items made of steel, metal and glass. Once a...

From Novelty to Necessity: Can we find a respon...

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Plastics have gradually infiltrated and become an inseparable part of our lives. Growing up, I remember our kitchen shelves gleaming with items made of steel, metal and glass. Once a...

Smart Paint Choices: Greener, Cleaner and Healthier

Smart Paint Choices: Greener, Cleaner and Healt...

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This blog features insights from Mr Mahesh S Anand, who leads the India Operations, Decorative Division of Nippon Paint India and serves as Co-Chair of IGBC (India Green Building Council),...

Smart Paint Choices: Greener, Cleaner and Healt...

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This blog features insights from Mr Mahesh S Anand, who leads the India Operations, Decorative Division of Nippon Paint India and serves as Co-Chair of IGBC (India Green Building Council),...

Sustainable Travel Choices: Simple Steps for a Cleaner Commute

Sustainable Travel Choices: Simple Steps for a ...

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Imagine this: you're stuck in a never-ending traffic jam, the sun is blazing, and your car’s AC is working overtime. The air is thick with pollution, and your patience is...

Sustainable Travel Choices: Simple Steps for a ...

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Imagine this: you're stuck in a never-ending traffic jam, the sun is blazing, and your car’s AC is working overtime. The air is thick with pollution, and your patience is...

Millets: A Sustainable Superfood Revolution

Millets: A Sustainable Superfood Revolution

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Did you know that 12-year-old Harshita Priyadarshini Mohanty in Odisha has preserved more than 60 rare millet varieties? Inspired by Padma Shri farmer Kamala Pujari, Harshita distributes these seeds for...

Millets: A Sustainable Superfood Revolution

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Did you know that 12-year-old Harshita Priyadarshini Mohanty in Odisha has preserved more than 60 rare millet varieties? Inspired by Padma Shri farmer Kamala Pujari, Harshita distributes these seeds for...

Embracing India's Green Wisdom with LiFE

Embracing India's Green Wisdom with LiFE

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Amidst all the talk about sustainability and circular economy, let's not forget the simple yet impactful practices rooted in our culture. Take, for instance, the age-old tradition of passing down...

Embracing India's Green Wisdom with LiFE

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Amidst all the talk about sustainability and circular economy, let's not forget the simple yet impactful practices rooted in our culture. Take, for instance, the age-old tradition of passing down...

RPET in Fashion: Can it Revolutionize Fashion Sustainably?

RPET in Fashion: Can it Revolutionize Fashion S...

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India is currently championing the wave of sustainable living, with notable examples spanning political, corporate and Bollywood sectors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a powerful statement on sustainability at the...

RPET in Fashion: Can it Revolutionize Fashion S...

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India is currently championing the wave of sustainable living, with notable examples spanning political, corporate and Bollywood sectors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a powerful statement on sustainability at the...

What Is The Circular Economy?

What Is The Circular Economy?

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Have you been hearing a lot about the Circular or Circularity or Circular Economy? Or seen it while shopping or in a newspaper or heard during discussions at the workplace....

What Is The Circular Economy?

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Have you been hearing a lot about the Circular or Circularity or Circular Economy? Or seen it while shopping or in a newspaper or heard during discussions at the workplace....

Kids And Sustainability: Teaching The Next Generation To Protect Our Planet

Kids And Sustainability: Teaching The Next Gene...

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In today's world, with the increasing screen time, demand for colorful toys and stationery, and peer pressure, it's becoming a challenge to introduce sustainability in the lives of children. However,...

Kids And Sustainability: Teaching The Next Gene...

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In today's world, with the increasing screen time, demand for colorful toys and stationery, and peer pressure, it's becoming a challenge to introduce sustainability in the lives of children. However,...

Recycling: Myths & Facts

Recycling: Myths & Facts

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In this article, we break down common misconceptions about recycling to help you make eco-friendly choices in everyday living and so that you can lower your environmental footprint through sustainable...

Recycling: Myths & Facts

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In this article, we break down common misconceptions about recycling to help you make eco-friendly choices in everyday living and so that you can lower your environmental footprint through sustainable...

Home Water Monitors: A Fun Way To Save Water

Home Water Monitors: A Fun Way To Save Water

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Water is vital for our lives. Doctors recommend 8 glasses of water to be consumed every day. You might have either been reminding your kids or would have seen someone...

Home Water Monitors: A Fun Way To Save Water

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Water is vital for our lives. Doctors recommend 8 glasses of water to be consumed every day. You might have either been reminding your kids or would have seen someone...

Bamboo Fabric: Ready For Your Wardrobe?

Bamboo Fabric: Ready For Your Wardrobe?

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Sustainability and bamboo toothbrushes are commonly relatable. However, the Bamboo story in India did not start with the toothbrush, India has a long tradition of using eco-friendly and good-for-the-environment products...

Bamboo Fabric: Ready For Your Wardrobe?

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Sustainability and bamboo toothbrushes are commonly relatable. However, the Bamboo story in India did not start with the toothbrush, India has a long tradition of using eco-friendly and good-for-the-environment products...

Eco-Positive Gifts: The Right Way To Go

Eco-Positive Gifts: The Right Way To Go

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Do you love receiving gifts? Of course, you do! Very few would say that they do not like gifts. We all engage in giving and taking gifts in some form...

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Eco-Positive Gifts: The Right Way To Go

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Do you love receiving gifts? Of course, you do! Very few would say that they do not like gifts. We all engage in giving and taking gifts in some form...

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Issues With The Tissues

Issues With The Tissues

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In our ever-evolving world of inventions and developments, the conveniences we enjoy today have become an integral part of our daily lives. Consider the simple example of one common thing...

Issues With The Tissues

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In our ever-evolving world of inventions and developments, the conveniences we enjoy today have become an integral part of our daily lives. Consider the simple example of one common thing...

7 Good Habits To Adopt At The Workplace

7 Good Habits To Adopt At The Workplace

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If you spend a considerable amount of time working in an office, you can still make a significant difference in lowering your footprint. Here are 7 Good Steps to get...

7 Good Habits To Adopt At The Workplace

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If you spend a considerable amount of time working in an office, you can still make a significant difference in lowering your footprint. Here are 7 Good Steps to get...

Seven Ways To Become An Eco-Friendly Shopper

Seven Ways To Become An Eco-Friendly Shopper

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Have you experienced purchasing something, be it online or offline, and subsequently regretted it because you realized it wasn't actually needed? Or have you already had something similar? For example,...

Seven Ways To Become An Eco-Friendly Shopper

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Have you experienced purchasing something, be it online or offline, and subsequently regretted it because you realized it wasn't actually needed? Or have you already had something similar? For example,...

COP 28: A Guide To What Matters

COP 28: A Guide To What Matters

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Understanding COP28 What is COP28? : COP stands for 'Conference of the Parties,' a global forum where nations address climate change.  It's part of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held...

COP 28: A Guide To What Matters

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Understanding COP28 What is COP28? : COP stands for 'Conference of the Parties,' a global forum where nations address climate change.  It's part of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held...

Oranges : Beyond Powerhouse Of Vitamin C

Oranges : Beyond Powerhouse Of Vitamin C

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November marks the return of oranges to our tiffins and tables, cherished for their rich Vitamin C content, sweet tang, and juicy goodness. While we savor the fruit, it's easy...

Oranges : Beyond Powerhouse Of Vitamin C

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November marks the return of oranges to our tiffins and tables, cherished for their rich Vitamin C content, sweet tang, and juicy goodness. While we savor the fruit, it's easy...

Who wants to be the "Energy Leader"

Who Wants To Be The “Energy Leader”?

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Coming across the title of ‘Energy Leader’ was not from reading business reports but from a school visit. I observed a classroom where students were assigned various roles, and one...

Who Wants To Be The “Energy Leader”?

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Coming across the title of ‘Energy Leader’ was not from reading business reports but from a school visit. I observed a classroom where students were assigned various roles, and one...

Festivals And Flowers

Festivals And Flowers

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Festivities are marked with the usage of a good amount of flowers for decoration as well as pooja & prayers. These are a good alternative to plastic and paper decorations....

Festivals And Flowers

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Festivities are marked with the usage of a good amount of flowers for decoration as well as pooja & prayers. These are a good alternative to plastic and paper decorations....

How To Identify Sustainable Products?

How To Identify Sustainable Products?

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In a world filled with product labels like “eco-friendly,” “green,” and “natural”, it’s a challenge to identify which one is truly sustainable. At the same time, not all claims are...

How To Identify Sustainable Products?

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In a world filled with product labels like “eco-friendly,” “green,” and “natural”, it’s a challenge to identify which one is truly sustainable. At the same time, not all claims are...

Sustainable Diwali 2023

Sustainable Diwali 2023

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Living sustainably need not dull the sparkle of festivals and celebrations. This Diwali, let’s embark on a journey full of good steps that not only ensure your well-being and safety...

Sustainable Diwali 2023

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Living sustainably need not dull the sparkle of festivals and celebrations. This Diwali, let’s embark on a journey full of good steps that not only ensure your well-being and safety...

Five Things – Start Doing And Stop Doing

Five Things – Start Doing And Stop Doing

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Living sustainably isn’t just a fancy word; it’s a lifestyle that’s good for both us and the Earth. With lots of info out there, it can feel like a confusing...

Five Things – Start Doing And Stop Doing

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Living sustainably isn’t just a fancy word; it’s a lifestyle that’s good for both us and the Earth. With lots of info out there, it can feel like a confusing...

The High Environmental Cost Of Paper Cups

The High Environmental Cost Of Paper Cups

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 Have you ever stopped to ponder the real impact of those seemingly harmless paper cups we use daily? But before we delve into the environmental consequences, let’s take a...

The High Environmental Cost Of Paper Cups

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 Have you ever stopped to ponder the real impact of those seemingly harmless paper cups we use daily? But before we delve into the environmental consequences, let’s take a...

Five Steps In My Journey To Sustainable Living

Five Steps In My Journey To Sustainable Living

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The journey to live more sustainably is not as hard or difficult as it seems, in fact, it is about taking small good steps and incremental adjustments in our daily...

Five Steps In My Journey To Sustainable Living

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The journey to live more sustainably is not as hard or difficult as it seems, in fact, it is about taking small good steps and incremental adjustments in our daily...

Eco-Friendly Birthday Celebrations: Is It Possible?

Eco-Friendly Birthday Celebrations: Is It Possi...

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I believe the answer is yes with just a little bit of thinking and advance planning, you can ensure birthday celebrations can actually be eco-friendly and sustainable. Here are a...

Eco-Friendly Birthday Celebrations: Is It Possi...

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I believe the answer is yes with just a little bit of thinking and advance planning, you can ensure birthday celebrations can actually be eco-friendly and sustainable. Here are a...

Can Bags Ever Be Eco-Friendly?

Can Bags Ever Be Eco-Friendly?

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What’s that one thing you always carry with you when you go out shopping or a small stroll in the nearby market? Yes, of course, your wallet, but also another...

Can Bags Ever Be Eco-Friendly?

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What’s that one thing you always carry with you when you go out shopping or a small stroll in the nearby market? Yes, of course, your wallet, but also another...

Top 7 Areas Towards Smaller Footprint To Anywhere

Top 7 Areas Towards Smaller Footprint To Anywhere

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If you look for ways to start a sustainable living you will come across 100 plus ways to start the journey. Remember, big changes can be brought by simple steps...

Top 7 Areas Towards Smaller Footprint To Anywhere

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If you look for ways to start a sustainable living you will come across 100 plus ways to start the journey. Remember, big changes can be brought by simple steps...

Escape The Impulse Buying Trap

Escape The Impulse Buying Trap

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Imagine you are scrolling through your phone, and every corner is adorned with colorful ads pleading for your attention. It’s hard to resist, right? But have you ever paused to...

Escape The Impulse Buying Trap

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Imagine you are scrolling through your phone, and every corner is adorned with colorful ads pleading for your attention. It’s hard to resist, right? But have you ever paused to...