Cooling the Planet: Biodiversity and Sustainability

In this episode of Cool It Down, we explore the deep connections between overconsumption, waste, and climate change. In conversation with RJ Sayema, Vimlendu Jha discusses the urgent need for a cultural shift towards personal responsibility in reducing consumption, while highlighting entrepreneurial opportunities in the circular economy and upcycling.

Peepal Baba shares his journey of planting 25 million trees, and the vital role vegetation plays in cooling the planet and enhancing biodiversity.

Finally, Saurabh Mehta, founder of BioQ, discusses the challenges and rewards of creating sustainable products in the stationery industry, focusing on balancing eco-friendliness, durability, and affordability. Together, these speakers offer a hopeful perspective on how individuals and businesses can make a lasting impact on the planet.

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Host: RJ Sayema

Created by: BBC Media Action India

Supported by: U.S. Department of State