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Celebrating World Soil Day: The Foundation of Life Beneath Our Feet 
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Every year on December 5th, we celebrate World Soil Day, a reminder of soil’s vital role in sustaining life on Earth. Beneath our feet lies a living, breathing ecosystem supporting plants, animals, and humans. Healthy soil isn’t just dirt—it’s life itself. Why is Soil Important? Foundation for Plants: Soil provides…
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What are the benefits of Sun Drying your Clothes
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Benefits of Sun-Drying Clothes: An Energy-Saving Tradition for Indian Homes Sun-drying clothes has long been a common practice in India, deeply rooted in tradition and offering numerous environmental, financial, and health benefits. This habit not only preserves the quality of our clothing but also conserves energy and reduces our carbon…
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Introduction to the concept of sustainability
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Sustainability refers to the practice of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It encompasses environmental, social, and economic dimensions and aims to create a balance between these aspects to ensure long-term well-being and harmony. Efforts are needed to…
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What are the benefits of cooking food in Clay Pots/ Earthenware!
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In our fast-paced, modern kitchens filled with non-stick pans and steel cookware, the humble earthen pot might seem like a relic from the past. However, this traditional Indian cooking vessel has been making a comeback—and for good reason! Cooking in earthen pots isn’t just about nostalgia; it’s a healthy, eco-friendly…
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घरगुती जैविक खत बनवण्याची पद्धत
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घरगुती जैविक खताचं (ऑर्गॅनिक कंपोस्ट) महत्त्व आणि गरज आजच्या काळात खूप वाढली आहे, विशेषत: शहरी भागात, जिथे सेंद्रिय खतांचा वापर कमी होत चालला आहे. घरगुती जैविक खत तयार करून आपल्याला बऱ्याच फायद्यांचा लाभ मिळू शकतो. घरी जैविक खत बनवणे हे पर्यावरणपूरक, स्वस्त, आणि प्रभावी पद्धत आहे, ज्यामुळे आपल्याला घरातील कचरा…
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International Day of Climate Action: Simple Ways to Combat Climate Change at the Individual Level
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The International Day of Climate Action celebrated annually on October 24th, is a powerful reminder that each of us plays a crucial role in tackling climate change. While large-scale policies and initiatives are essential, individual actions collectively create significant impacts. By making small yet impactful changes in our daily lives,…
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What to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
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Reducing, reusing, and recycling are key components of sustainable living. Reducing your environmental carbon footprint through the principles of “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” can make a big impact. Here’s how each one works and what you can do to implement them effectively: 1. Reduce The goal of reducing is…
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Recover, Re-purpose, Repair, Regift
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October offers plenty of opportunities to reflect on our choices and embrace more eco-friendly, sustainable habits. With important dates like International Repair Day on 21st October (first celebrated in 2017), International E-waste Day on 14th October, and Sustainability Day on the fourth Wednesday of the month, it’s the perfect time…
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Green Tatwa Talks Ep 56 – In conversation with Pallav Vikrant, Founder – Samagr Unnayan Foundation
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“A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.” – Saint Basil Tree plantation refers to the process of planting trees in a planned or systematic manner to…
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10 Essential Practices for Sustainable Living | Tips & Do’s and Don’ts
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Sustainable living is a way of life that considers the impact of our choices on the environment and how to live better. It involves making small changes to our daily lives to reduce our environmental impact, while also supporting equitable development and a better quality of life for all. Sustainability is one…
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Green Tatwa Talks Ep 55 Guppa Goshti with Asmita “Earth Angel”
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जैविक खताचे महत्त्व मोठे आहे, विशेषत: नैसर्गिक शेतीसाठी. हे खते जैविक घटकांपासून बनलेले असल्याने, ते जमिनीच्या गुणवत्ता सुधारण्यात मदत करतात. जैविक खताच्या वापरामुळे रासायनिक खतांचा वापर कमी होतो, ज्यामुळे जमिनीच्या आरोग्यावर सकारात्मक परिणाम होतो. जैविक खताचे महत्त्व: जैविक खते पर्यावरण, माती, आणि मानवांसाठी फायदेशीर असल्यामुळे त्यांच्या वापरास प्रोत्साहन देणे आवश्यक…
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Green Tatwa Talks Ep 54 – In conversation with Aniket Dhar and Rupankar Bhattacharjee, Founder – Kumbhi Kagaz
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“Creativity is thinking up new things. Innovation is doing new things.” – Theodore Levitt Handmade Paper Handmade paper is a type of paper that is crafted manually rather than produced by machines. It is made using traditional methods that date back centuries, often involving the following steps: Characteristics of Handmade…
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12 Effective Strategies for a Sustainable and Greener Office Environment
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This post provides practical tips for promoting sustainability and reducing waste in the workplace. Strategies include implementing recycling programs, reducing paper and plastic use, composting organic waste, and choosing eco-friendly office supplies. It encourages adopting energy-efficient practices and forming green teams, while also featuring interviews and stories on sustainable living.
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Green Tatwa Talks Ep 53 – In conversation with Meenakshi Sood Founder Turn In Green
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“If a healthy soil is full of death, it is also full of life: worms, fungi, microorganisms of all kinds … Given only the health of the soil, nothing that dies is dead for very long.” – Wendell Berry The benefits of composting are undeniable. This natural process improves soil…