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Delhi-based woman entrepreneur Kanika Ahuja launched Lifaffa to help upcycle plastic waste into bags, laptop sleeves, mats and fashion accessories so that it doesn't end up in landfills.

Lucia Gasparidesova started Prolong with a staunch focus on sustainability and recycling waste. This is how her idea took shape.

Janaki Viswam, a 92-year-old resident of Chennai, spends her time making various products like table mats, toaster covers and pouches from plastic bags and waste.

Started by Nina Lekhi, Baggit is a homegrown brand that went from an investment of Rs 7000 to making Rs 111 crores in 35 years.

Totes, pouches, hand bags and more. This entrepreneur’s sustainable products are good for the planet and will stand out in a crowd!

When the doctors told Sanjeevani Pawar's domestic help to stop working, she started an initiative that is today doubling the incomes of 16 underprivileged women!

Costing less than Rs 1 per container, these Areca sheaths are heat-proof, durable and decay within 3 weeks in wet soil⁠—so the saplings can be planted along with their containers. Brilliant! #LiveGreen #PlasticFreeIndia

Your wallet, footwear and bags need not have a cruel story behind them. Switch to these eco-friendly alternatives that do the job of leather without harming the planet or its beings!

Founded in 1999, Dwaraka (Development of Weavers and Rural Artisans in Kalamkari), a not-for-profit organisation spearheaded by Anita Reddy aims to revive Kalamkari and empower the artisans behind the craft.

As the world comes to terms with the adverse effects of plastic consumption, these simple changes will get you started on an eco-friendly way of life.