Environment

Through its innovative technology, Pune-based DSM Engineering Materials recycles 2,000 tonnes of abandoned fishing nets every year, and turns them into world-class surfboards

Hoping to do his own bit to fight climate change, Varun Ravindra roped in 40 like-minded people to convert 100 acres of barren land into a green community forest named Vanantara

Bittu John from Kolenchery, Kerala, launched Greenstore that offers plastic-free packaging. They use paper and cloth bags instead

Pune-based Pravin Thete is a strong advocate for wild berries and 'boras' from ber trees in Baner. Over seven years, he has documented 54 varieties of wild berries in the Sahyadri region in terms of colour, taste, benefits and the quantity of fruits the plant yields.

Once common in Indian homes, vetiver or khus is one of nature's best coolants. In fact, according to historical records, India has been exporting vetiver for thousands of years.

Kerala's KR Jayan has grown over 44 varieties of jackfruit in public spaces across villages in the state, earning the Plant Genome Saviour Community Award.

Bhuvnesh Ojha from Rajasthan has planted over 26,000 plants to create Miyawaki forests, and subsequently help 1,200 farmers increase their income through horticulture

Sudhakar and Noushadya are currently living in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, where they have built an ecofriendly, sustainable house from natural raw materials and mud amidst a farm.

After the Indian-styled toilet became ‘Squatty Potty’ and the humble haldi doodh’s makeover into chai-tea latte, the age-old pattal utensils also got an 'innovative' spin in the West.

Dr Amit Yadav from Rajasthan installed a 1 megawatt solar plant that generates 17 lakh units of electricity per year, helping his family earn lakhs per month