- The theme of the event was Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action
- Winning change-makers were awarded cash prizes; with first, second, and commendation 3rd, 4th and 5th prizes at Rs 50,000, 30,000, and 25,000, respectively
New Delhi, 26th September 2023: Celebrating youth as the torchbearers of the nation’s dream and harbingers of a sustainable future, Mobius Foundation in association with the Climate Project Foundation, India organized the Youth for Earth Campaign 2023. On day 2 of the 5th International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) at the India Habitat Centre, the organizers conducted the event. Out of more than 200 entries from South Asia (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka) on the theme Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action, they shortlisted only ten. The campaign aims to motivate young minds to bring a revolution for positive climate action. Youth groups completed the action projects under the campaign during the period from January to July 2023, and a total of 200+ projects formed part of the competition.
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The event saw the participation of esteemed dignitaries from over 15 countries. Mr. Pradip Burman, Chairman of the Mobius Foundation; Mr. Kamal Meattle, Trustee Chairman Emeritus. Paharpur Business Centre & Software Technology Incubator Park; Mr. Krishan Kalra, Trustee. Former Secretary General of PHD Chamber & Former Additional Secretary General and Adviser, FICCI. Dr. Ram Boojh, CEO of the Mobius Foundation; and Mr. Aditya Pundir, Director. Climate Reality Project India and South Asia lit the lamp and inaugurated the session. Thereafter, the event commenced with a cultural program from the students of St Mary’s School, Dwarka.
On the occasion, Mr. Pradip Burman, Chairman of the Mobius Foundation, said. “Climate change is an undeniable reality that requires our immediate attention and decisive action. The moment to act is upon us, and it is the younger generation that stands as the most promising and capable leader to drive this critical mission forward. “I am delighted to declare that we have now begun the long-awaited shift toward addressing this change. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the young winners and participants who have tirelessly worked at the grassroots level, where they lay the foundation of genuine transformation.”
Witnessing the remarkable enthusiasm of the younger generation for climate action. I am filled with hope that the stewardship of Mother Nature rests in capable hands.”
“The organizers divided participant entries into two categories: junior (classes 9th to 12th) and senior (graduation/postgraduation). Project TamiraSES from Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and Environment won first prize in the senior category for advocating river restoration and rejuvenation of the Thamirabarani. Team Nirmiti from St. Joseph’s University won second prize for creating natural cleaners called bio-enzymes to address the disposal issue of toxic household cleaning products in water bodies, while Team Polyfueler from Sershah Engineering College, Sasaram, secured third prize for developing an innovative machine that converts plastic waste into fuel.”
“In the junior category, Project Neerja from Tribal Residential School, Rohile. Trimbakeshwar, Nashik, Maharashtra, won the first prize for Youth for Earth. Their groundbreaking initiative focuses on watershed development by constructing continuous contour trenches and loose boulder structures. They addressed the problem of severe soil erosion in Rohile village, a heavy rainfall area. ICONIC-BacWP from The Iconic School, Bhopal, secured the second prize for making biodegradable sanitary pads.”
Aiming to drive systematic change for menstrual hygiene and proper waste decomposition. They used readily available natural resources like water hyacinth, bagasse, and papaya fiber for making napkins. “Project Passionately Natural from TVS Academy, Hosur, acquired the third position, advocating organic farming with the aim.” To create kitchen gardens minimizing the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides towards a sustainable food system.
There were also commendation prizes of Rs 25000 each for 3rd. 4th and 5th rank holders in both categories with a cash value of Rs 25,000 each. The 5th ICSE encompassed 17 special thematic sessions, that revolved around the different aspects of its core theme. Educating for Climate Action and Sustainability.
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