Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative

समाजातील कोणत्याही परिवर्तनाची सुरुवात ही व्यक्तिगत स्वतःपासूनच झाली पाहिजे. मानसिक स्वच्छता आणि इतरांप्रती आदर यातून पुढे बाह्य स्वच्छताही साध्य होईल, असे प्रतिपादन ‘विश्वकल्याण गुरु सेवा फाऊंडेशन’चे संचालक व प्रख्यात प्रेरक वक्ते विनायक छत्रे यांनी येथे केले. शाश्वततेचे विविध पैलू आणि आपले शहर स्वच्छ आणि शाश्वत ठेवण्यासाठी या पैलूंचे सामान्य माणसासाठी असलेले महत्व, याचा शोध घेण्यासाठी ‘अदर पूनावाला क्लीन सिटी इनिशिएटिव्ह’तर्फे (एपीसीसीआय) नुकतेच  'क्लीन सिटी टॉक्स' ही चर्चासत्रांची विशेष मालिका सुरू करण्यात आली आहे. या उपक्रमाची सुरुवात श्री. छत्रे यांच्या ‘शाश्वतता आणि नेतृत्व’ या विषयावरील भाषणाने झाली. याप्रसंगी ‘एपीसीसीआय’चे मुख्य कार्यकारी अधिकारी  कृष्णन कोमंडूर, मुख्य कामकाज अधिकारी  मल्हार करवंदे, आणि लीड व्हॉलेंटियर सत्या नटराजन उपस्थित होते. विनायक छत्रे हे एक प्रख्यात प्रेरक वक्ते असून पुण्यात सिद्ध समाधी कार्यक्रम सुरु करण्यात त्यांचा महत्वाचा वाटा  आहे, तसेच शिक्षकांसाठी असलेल्या प्रशिक्षण उपक्रमातही ते सहभागी आहेत. ते ‘फोर्बाको सिस्टम्स ...

Bringing the zero-waste mindset into the workplace requires a collective effort. A good start can be made by advocating for waste reduction programs, such as recycling and composting initiatives. Encouraging colleagues to bring reusable containers and utensils for meals and provide designated areas for recycling and compost bins will get the collective effort on the right track. By making it easy for everyone to participate, a more sustainable work environment is possible. Promoting paperless communication is another effective strategy. The good thing is that many companies have already put in place a system that can encourages the use of digital documents, emails, and online collaboration tools instead of printing unnecessary papers. This is also being following up by setting up systems to store and share files electronically, reducing the need for physical copies. Not only does this reduce paper waste, but it also improves efficiency and organization. Creating awareness and promo...

From laptops to smartphones, wearables, and gadgets, electronic devices have seamlessly integrated into our day-to-day lives, amplifying our dependence on them. However, the swift pace of technological advancement has substantially reduced the lifespan of these devices, giving rise to a burgeoning problem known as E-waste. Effective E-waste management is now an urgent necessity to curb its adverse environmental and health impacts. Improper disposal of E-waste carries severe environmental consequences. When electronic devices end up in landfills, they release toxic substances into the soil and groundwater, resulting in the contamination of ecosystems. The hazardous materials present in E-waste can also leach into nearby water bodies, thereby polluting rivers and lakes. Additionally, the incineration of E-waste releases harmful gases, contributing to air pollution and climate change. E-waste poses significant health risks to both humans and wildlife, a situation further e...

Electronic products have become the indispensable part of our lives. Whether it is mobile phones, computers, laptops, tabs, battery chargers, ear pods or household appliances like ovens, washing machines, mixer-grinders, grillers, television sets, ACs, Home Theatres and electronic devices are assuming increasing importance in our personal as well as professional lives. Most of these items come in different price ranges and value added features attracting the brand conscious generation. These are no less than a fashion statement for many. And apart from these, technological advances encourage people to change their devices more often than ever before. Many of these devices therefore end up having a shorter life span. E-Waste the impending challenge But little do we realize that this is becoming an impending challenge. E-waste if not disposed properly can be toxic and harmful to humans as well as environment. While people are increasingly becoming aware of waste segregation, a ...

  After a successful pilot project in the year 22-23 across various campuses, the Green Campus program has entered into the next phase bringing more enthusiasm amongst management, faculty and students for sustainability and green practices in their institutions. A Green Campus summit was organized at Symbiosis College, Viman Nagar recently to present the work done at various campuses so far and the way ahead. Aditya Pundir, Director India and South Asia for The Climate Reality Project India, Dr Erach Bharucha, Director  Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environmental Education and Research ( BVIEER), Shivam Singh, Founder, National Coordinator for Youth, Climate Reality Project-India and Sathya Natarajan, Lead Volunteer, Adar Poonawalla Clean City .  (APCCI)  were present on the occasion. Representatives from various stakeholders and campuses including Symbiosis Viman Nagar, Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU),  SCMS, SIMS, SIT, Ferguson college, Poo...

After a successful pilot project in the year 22-23 across various campuses, the Green Campus program has entered into the next phase bringing more enthusiasm amongst management, faculty and students for sustainability and green practices in their institutions. A Green Campus summit was organized at Symbiosis College, Viman Nagar recently to present the work done at various campuses so far and the way ahead. Aditya Pundir -  Director India and South Asia for The Climate Reality Project India, Dr Erach Bharucha -  Director  Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environmental Education and Research ( BVIEER), Shivam Singh -  Founder ExploreiT and National Coordinator for Youth, Climate Reality Project-India and Sathya Natarajan -  Lead Volunteer Adar Poonawalla Clean City .  (APCCI)  were present on the occasion. Representatives from various stakeholders and campuses including Symbiosis Viman Nagar, Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU),  SCMS, SIMS, SIT, ...

India is the growth engine of the world, the fastest growing economy in today’s times. To make the growth journey sustainable and amplify potential and opportunities, the need of the hour is to address the challenges that come with rapid growth. More than half of the population in progressive states now stay in urban areas. The rapid urbanization leads to generation of more waste including household waste, human waste, material waste like plastic and electronic waste. The increasing growth always outpaces our capacities to manage these wastes, so the city has to be ahead of the curve at all times and it is no easy task. The sustainable goals by the United Nations have given a definitive direction and highlight the prime importance of cleanliness and waste management for a sustainable environment and overall growth. In fact, Urban Waste Management will be one of the important pillars of a sustainable environment .   A livable city is one which has vibrant culture, growing econ...

We call our ‘Planet’ or ‘Earth’ as ‘ Mother Earth’ and for a reason. It is our home, it is because of which we are alive. Yet we have been so indifferent. We forgot to live in harmony with nature and kept on damaging it. Climate change, man-made changes to nature, deforestation accelerated the speed of destruction of the planet. The consequences of climate change has reached each and everybody on our planet.   The World Earth Day 2023 will be celebrated on 22 April. The theme every year underlines particular environmental concern. This year the theme is “ Invest in Our Planet ”. Garbage is one of the contributing factors to climate change. It also affects human health and overall aesthetics of the city. It is a major cause of land or soil pollution.  The pace of consumption of goods by human and the waste and garbage generated is so huge that many places on our earth are simply unable to manage the garbage properly resulting in compounding problems. Although the...