From combing the oceans of plastic waste, to creating healthy chocolates and promoting sustainable luxury, these people are out to help the Earth, finds Kay Newton.
Entrepreneurs Monica Bindra, Nazish Mir and Ali Mir are redefining menstrual hygiene with their new eco-friendly range, Laiqa.
It is time for us to sit up and think seriously about our choices and habits that are polluting our world.
With her social enterprise that equips rural women with technology and training, Ajaita Shah is powering a wave of sustainable development.
With her line of sustainable clothing called LOVE CHANGE, Dhirta Rikhye is out to spark a wave of slow fashion among Indian millennials.
Shoppers loved the Step Earth Mela, where ethically produced lifestyle products shared space with organic foods and eco-friendly apparel.
These teenagers work towards electricity conservation in schools and offices, and recycle newspapers to make notebooks for underprivileged children.
Sana Sawhney and Ayushi Gupta have developed a ‘Green Curriculum’ to promote environmental education among the urban and rural youth.
The effects of environmental pollution are damaging our children’s brains within days after birth, leaving India with a crisis in the making.
Sonya Vajifdar began creating conscious couture out of natural materials and upcycled waste after encountering Buddhism.
Rhea Singhal’s brand Ecoware supplies 100% biodegradable disposable crockery to food chains, supermarkets and schools across India.
Mahima Gujral’s new label Sui by Sue Mue brings together her love for travel, thoughtful production and slow fashion.
All of 26 years old, Tanvi Johri has not just launched India’s first 100% biodegradable sanitary napkin, she is also out to change social perceptions surrounding menstrual goods.
A meaningful hobby learnt in youth often reaps dividends in old age, says Sunanda Jain.
Tourists often leave a big carbon footprint on holidays. Give yourself and the planet a breather next time with simple mindful habits, says Ritu Goyal Harish.
