Sustainability

SundayGrids, a Bengaluru-based startup backed by Zerodha, is leveraging the power of community solar to help save on your electricity bill.

Bhubaneswar is leading the way in urban mobility, with CRUT, a forward-thinking transport system that blends sustainability, technology, and inclusivity, making it a model for cities across India to follow.

From sustainable pet accessories to impactful collaborations with animal welfare organisations, IndieGood is leading a movement to make better choices for pets, people, and the planet.

From agriculture to IT and education, these organisations are tackling waste with innovation — turning coconut shells into battery materials, banana waste into eco-products, and plastic into furniture — while cutting costs and reducing environmental footprints.

Explore a unique approach to sustainable living through a Bengaluru couple’s eco-friendly home, designed with natural materials, innovative technologies, and a deep connection to nature.

Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Sangti village faces pollution challenges, with residents witnessing plastic waste burdening the once-clear Sangti river. Led by Ittisha Sarah, the Northeast Waste Collective fosters community-driven waste management, transforming Sangti into a zero-waste village through collective action and local traditions, ensuring a sustainable future.

Boson Whitewater has teamed up with Biome Environmental Trust to launch India’s first indirect potable water reuse project in Devanahalli, near Bengaluru. This innovative initiative converts STP-treated water into high-quality drinking water through managed aquifer recharge, enhancing water availability for the local community.

Utsow Pradhan, founder of Tieedi, left his corporate job to restore his ancestral land in Darjeeling, which had turned into a dumping ground. Through zero-waste initiatives, eco-trails, and community involvement, he’s creating sustainable villages, reviving local traditions, and helping restore the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. ‘Tieedi,’ an acronym for “Take It Easy, Easy Does It.”

Teflon flu can pose serious health risks when non-stick cookware is overheated. However, traditional practices from the Dhanak tribe in Gujarat showcase an intriguing alternative that prioritises safety and sustainability. We're sharing how these methods can improve your cooking experience while reducing reliance on harmful materials.

In the second part of this two-part series, we take a look at some of the actionable modern and traditional solutions that are available to revive Leh's rapidly declining groundwater including regulating extraction, improving sewage treatment and needing more data.