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Swachhata Spreads Change cannot be imposed, it has to happen from within. How do we make the whole idea of health and hygiene almost celebratory, by making this the substrata and common unifying theme of every festival that will be celebrated in the festival season, especially in these pandemic times? So that behaviour change happens not through impositions or instructions, but through positive integration into the culture. Led by  the  human insight “In India as well as in Karnataka, celebration is ritualised via festivals, where communities come together and celebrate.” The Big Idea Swachhotsava! Conceived as a fresh bisociation by Spread Design and Innovation Pvt. Ltd. at the DESIGN BARN, Swachhotsava serves as the opportunity for communities to come together, take action to keep their villages clean by making waste beautiful — Swachhotsava becomes a Nityotsava (daily celebration)! The Blueprint for Behaviour Change Integrating with Karnataka’s cultural DNA. To create a new, participative culture, implement policies and build infrastructure to enhance the adoption of Solid and Liquid Waste Management facilities. Designing the Triggers for Social Commentary Building a People’s Calendar of Swachhata Spreading Clean Ideas Swachha Sankeerna Designing India’s first unified Solid and Liquid waste management brand and system. 4600+ Swachha Sankeerna - waste management units  Serving 10,000 + villages  20,000 + rural women (from Self Help Groups) - becoming custodians of sustainable waste management.   An award winning project, the Swachha Sankeerna units are dedicated by the Govt. of Karnataka to the people, the State and the Nation, as a mark of respect to Mahatma Gandhi, 6 years from the day when the Swachh Bharat Mission was launched in India. There’s nothing more challenging than working on change. But really, do we have  a choice, since change is the only constant. Read the full story here : https://lnkd.in/gNmt5q4 Design Barn is an initiative of Spread. Lets Dare to drive audacious change together - be it culture change or a practical response to climate change!    #cocreate #cospace #design #innovation #bengaluru #karnataka #impact #creativity #behaviourchange #designcenter #consulting #designsense #swachhmevajayate #change #impact #governance

Connect Karo - WRI India Theme: For People, Nature & Climate September 11th & 12th, New Delhi WRI brought together stakeholders to discuss critical issues related to sustainable cities, clean energy, food, land and water and climate action. Pathways to Low-Carbon Equitable Development in India Strategies for achieving sustainable, resilient, and inclusive growth for everyone. BVR Subrahmanyam, NITI Aayog highlighted industrial decarbonization, waste management, agriculture, and sustainable urbanization being the key drivers for India’s net-zero target.Scaling innovations and aligning systems are essential to decouple growth from emissions. Re-imagining Bus Transport with Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) The Key Message - Simplify Unify and Amplify DPI in urban governance and planning. e-bus deployment in India can be accelerated with the help of technology. Bertram (Bert) Dsouza, Protean eGov Technologies spoke about empowering stakeholders to drive innovation to achieve faster adoption and improved public health and environmental outcomes.DPI should be leveraged across even for shared mobility and clean transportation. Transforming India's Cities - Inclusive, Resilient and Low Carbon Pathways for a Diverse and Differentiated Urbanization Unique challenges and opportunities for each city, for sustainable and inclusive growth. Dr. Poornima Dore, Economist - employing a  systematic urbanization approach that prioritizes understanding a city's geography, developing sustainable strategies for capacity building, and leveraging strategic partnerships and solution providers to implement those effectively. Mridula Ramesh, Sundaram Climate Institute focused on waste & circularity her views about how private capital understands the severity of waste and circularity, but their scope of investments is limited to RE, EVs. A similar trend can be seen with the general public, as they are willing to pay for GHG reduction while neglecting waste management, despite its health hazards,Investing in waste management could create 1-2 million dignified jobs. #LowCarbonEquitableDevelopment #DigitalPublicInfrastructure #AdaptationFinance #ResilienceFinance #LowcarbonUrbanisation Ramneek Bhatia Atharva Wankhade Ulka Kelkar Rathish Balakrishnan Tushar Thakkar Neha Khanna Madhav Pai Sumedha Malaviya Pooja Tendulkar Vikas Brahmavar Aarathi K. Sanya Shahi Rajat Pandey Amol Kapoor

𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞. From green building practices to fostering smart cities, innovative policies are changing the face of Indian real estate. There is an influx in initiatives that harmonize luxury living with ecological preservation. These policies focus on contributing to a more sustainable future for India by: -Reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. -Promoting resource conservation and waste management. -Creating healthier and more livable communities. -Boosting long-term economic growth through resource efficiency. These sustainable practices lay the foundation for a thriving and environmentally responsible economy. At agprop, we work together to create a greener, more sustainable India! #sustainablerealestate #greenbuilding #smartcities #affordablehousing #rera #India #sustainability #realestate #environment

Finally, it is here! The 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 Publication- An illustrative go-to guide for implementing Low Emission Zones (LEZs) in India! 🎉 ITDP India is extremely proud to launch this comprehensive, engaging guide that simplifies the foundational steps to implement LEZs in Indian cities. It uses a structured framework and rich graphics to make LEZ concepts accessible to a broad audience, from government officials to practitioners and change-makers to address the pressing issue of urban air pollution. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗧𝗗𝗣 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗸, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯, 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗘𝗭𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮. Across the 22 months, in partnership with ICCT India, we’ve explored how LEZs can be implemented in Indian cities, drawing valuable insights from pioneering work in the cities of Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. This publication encapsulates these learnings as a step-by-step guidance, covering: 1. How cities can address tailpipe emissions 🚗💨 2. The benefits and types of LEZs ✅ 3. An eight-step process including setting emission reduction targets, identifying locations, selecting enforcement methods, and more! 📝 This guide marks a significant step forward in ITDP India’s commitment to demystifying and simplifying emerging sustainable mobility concepts. By breaking down the complexities of LEZs in this publication, we look forward to help cities across India to embrace cleaner, healthier futures with clarity and confidence. Ready to take action? Download now and start planning your city's journey to cleaner air 👉 https://lnkd.in/gZsQhtFe Team behind the research: Parin Visariya, Siddhartha Godbole, Aangi Shah, Pranjal Kulkarni, Rutuja Nivate (ITDP Team)  Amit Bhatt, Vaibhav Kush, and Moorthy Nair (ICCT Team)   Team behind the publication: Varsha Jeyapandi, Keshav Suryanarayanan (former team member)   Under guidance from: Aswathy Dilip, Kashmira Dubash       #LowEmissionZones #AirPollution #SustainableCities  

🌿 Celebrate Gandhi Jayanti with Pro India: Embrace Cleanliness and Sustainability! 🌿 On this special day, we honor Mahatma Gandhi's profound belief that "Sanitation is more important than Independence." His vision for a clean and healthy India inspires us to take action today. At Pro India, we are dedicated to turning Gandhiji's ideals into reality through our initiatives in ESG, EPR, and Recycling. Cleanliness is not just a goal; it’s a responsibility we all share. Let’s unite for a cleaner, greener future: - 🌍 Cleanliness: Just as Gandhi wielded the broom, let’s roll up our sleeves and actively participate in keeping our communities pristine. Every small effort counts! - ♻ Recycling: Transform waste into resources! By recycling, we honor our planet and reduce landfill burden. Every item recycled is a step towards sustainability. - 🌱 Sustainability: Our commitment to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) ensures that businesses take accountability for their products throughout their lifecycle. Together, we can create a circular economy. This Gandhi Jayanti, let’s pledge to embody the values of cleanliness and sustainability. Together, we can make Gandhiji’s dream of a clean India a living reality. 💚 “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” 💚 👉 Join us in this mission! Share your thoughts on how you contribute to cleanliness and recycling in your community. #GandhiJayanti #ProIndia #CleanIndia #Sustainability #Recycling #ESG #EPR #BeTheChange

Creating a sustainable future is based in results. Things take time but what we have in our control can be made into timely objectives. Do check out the full video #handmade #golocal #ruralindia #makeinvillage #india https://lnkd.in/g8ACyaFw

Cleanliness is not just a chore, it’s a commitment to a healthier future. Yesterday marked the start of the Swachhta Hi Sewa Campaign 2024, and the Ministry of Textiles has jumped right in. With Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh participating in a Shramdaan at Simaria, Bihar, and planting trees for the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, this initiative is more than just picking up a broom—it's about building sustainable habits. So, what’s the real challenge here? It’s easy to organize an event, but how do we embed the 'idea' of cleanliness into our everyday lives? Here's what we’re learning from Swachhta Hi Sewa: 1. Consistency is Key: Whether in offices or homes, daily efforts matter. Like the Textiles Ministry's staff taking the Swachhta pledge, we can all set small, regular goals to make a long-term impact. 2. Leverage Social Media: With campaigns being amplified online, digital platforms play a huge role in spreading awareness. But it’s not just about posts, it's about inspiring action. 3. Collective Effort Yields Results: Standalone efforts are great, but imagine the difference when entire organizations come together. When every person contributes, the effects multiply exponentially. Let’s be real, building a cleaner future isn’t a one-day event, it’s an ongoing journey. So, why not start today with a small step? As they say, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is NOW. #SwachhtaHiSeva2024 #CleanIndia #SustainableFuture #TextileIndustry #GreenInitiatives #EkPedMaaKeNaam

🚮 Embracing Cleanliness: The Essence of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Cleanliness is not just a necessity; it's a mindset that reflects our values, discipline, and respect for our surroundings. The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 2, 2014, aims to bring this mindset to every corner of India. Here’s why this mission is crucial for our nation: 🌟 Health Benefits A cleaner environment reduces the spread of diseases, promoting better public health. Proper sanitation and waste management are critical in preventing ailments like dengue, malaria, and cholera. 🌟 Economic Impact Cleanliness boosts tourism and fosters economic growth. Tourists are more likely to visit and invest in clean, well-maintained places, thereby generating revenue and creating jobs. 🌟 Environmental Sustainability Effective waste management practices, such as recycling and composting, minimize pollution and conserve natural resources. A clean environment supports biodiversity and combats climate change. 🌟 Community Empowerment Swachh Bharat Abhiyan empowers communities by encouraging collective efforts in maintaining cleanliness. It fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility among citizens, leading to sustainable change. 🌟 Aesthetic Appeal Clean surroundings enhance the beauty of our cities and villages. Well-maintained public spaces improve the quality of life and instill a sense of pride among residents. How Can We Contribute? Segregate Waste: Separate biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste at home. Avoid Single-Use Plastics: Opt for reusable items to reduce plastic waste. Participate in Clean-Up Drives: Join local groups and initiatives to clean public spaces. Educate Others: Spread awareness about the importance of cleanliness and sustainable practices. By embracing these habits, we can contribute to the success of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and ensure a cleaner, healthier, and more prosperous India. Together, let's make cleanliness a way of life and create a #SwachhBharat for future generations! 🌍💚 #CleanIndia #SwachhBharatAbhiyan #Sustainability #PublicHealth #CommunityEngagement #EnvironmentalProtection

Sustainability and green environments have been ingrained in India's cultural fabric since ancient civilizations, evidenced by practices like Vrikshayurveda (the science of plant life) and reverence for nature as seen in the worship of trees and rivers. Today, this ethos continues to shape India's commitment to conservation and eco-friendly initiatives, emphasizing the timeless importance of preserving our planet for future generations. #sustainability #Decorbonization #Greenearthrevolution #EcoFriendlyindia