sustainability

Design student Sara Lakhani launched Trash or Treasure to turn plastic into ethnic wear using kantha embroidery. Her initiative won her an opportunity to showcase her work at Lakme Fashion Week.

Biju Narayanan, a self-taught electronics technician, built a smart solar mixie that has a battery backup of up to eight hours, with more than 15 unique features.

After graduation, designer Burhan ud din Khateeb launched Studio Kalib to give eco-friendly and modern spins to Kashmir’s traditional craft, making unique handiwork like bluetooth speakers, chicken coops, furniture, bags, and more.

Designer Anshika Yadav quit her job to launch Let’s Save As, a sustainable fashion brand that upcycles waste fabric into chic clothing, bags and more, preventing this environmental hazard from entering landfills.

With their venture SarfarazSakshi Innovation Private Limited, Ghaziabad duo Sakshi and Sarfaraz create sculptures and utility products out of plastic waste, including benches and tables for schools and Anganwadis in UP.

The Dalton's Village founder Ryan Dalton quit his job to live a slow life in the hills. He now runs this sustainable homestay offering a slow travel experience.

Chatur Chidiyaa, a sustainable startup co-founded by brothers Rutul Shah and Ronak Shah, shows off the beauty of the Nal Sarovar bird sanctuary while being a zero-carbon footprint business.

Founded by Delhi-based Sanchit Goyal and Anuj Sagar, sustainable startup The Bamboo Bae produces everyday items like toothbrushes, combs, razors and more - all handcrafted from bamboo.

Fayaz Ahmad Dar, a resident of Ganderbal, Kashmir, set up his homeland's first and only eco-village Sagg to promote sustainable tourism and the Valley's culture and heritage.

Looking for easy ways to make your next road trip more sustainable? Here are some tips by Mrudula Joshi, a lifestyle consultant and sustainability influencer.