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Bridging the Gap: Commercializing Research Innovations in India
After assessing multiple field-deployed PhD innovations across climate, waste, rural livelihoods and deep tech, one pattern is clear. The science exists. The validation exists. The commercial bridge does not. This is not a talent gap. It is a translational architecture gap.
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Architecting Impact Leadership Across Generations
What a closed-door gathering on February 11 for the Karotimam Environmental Stewardship Award on International Day of Women and Girls in Science taught me about building leadership that lasts.
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Urgent Need for Social Protection in Climate-Vulnerable Communities
2.1 billion people lack protection against climate crises. Social protection can provide income security, insurance, and access to healthcare during disasters. It can also help transition workers to greener jobs. The global ecosystem is not adequately training workers for the green transition.
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Art for Change: The Power of Music and Theatre in Advocating for Climate Action
Experience the transformative journey of Sushma Soma, a musician and her traveling music group HOME SoS advocating for climate action through gig theatre. Discover the emotional depth of their compositions and the power of storytelling in raising environmental awareness. Learn how art and entertainment can ignite empathy and drive change. Explore sustainable practices in the…
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Empowering Entrepreneurs for a Sustainable Future: Join the Movement
Climate change is a real emergency and we need to take action now. Entrepreneurs can play a crucial role in finding sustainable solutions. However, many face challenges in funding, resources, and guidance. We need more responsible investors, better government support, and access to international funding and markets. With the right ecosystem in place, we can…
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Working In the Impact Industry: Surviving the Survivor’s Guilt
I know I’ve laid my soul bare but it may not resonate with many. People battling mental health issues—feel free to skip this piece in case this is triggering.
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Can Advocacy Avert Climate Dystopia?
Hailing from the social advocacy and communications sector, I’ve always wondered if my initiatives ever have any positive impact on people. And, this is a problem I cannot quantify using Google Analytics unless I actually have people talk to me one-on-one about it. Then, I eventually realised that giving access to information is one of…
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Climate Migration: A Growing Crisis We Cannot Ignore
Certainly! The article highlights the growing concern of climate migration, where millions of people are forced to leave their homes due to the impacts of climate change. It emphasizes the urgency of the issue, citing statistics from the latest IPCC assessment predicting that 143 million people will have to abandon their homes in the next…
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The G20 2023 Summit at India
This weekend, India is hosting the 18th G20 Summit 2023, themed ‘One Earth – One Family -One Future’, with a clear message glaring right back at us: Sustainability! Of course, we also have prioritised climate finance, green development, UN’s SDGs and low-carbon technologies for the agenda. I have done a quick analysis of the G20…
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Investing in Nature: Exploring the Benefits and Potential of Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES)
Recognising and compensating individuals and organisations that ethically obtain raw materials and products for urban dwellers while protecting our complex ecosystems is crucial. We take our natural ecosystems for granted: they sequester carbon, clean our air and water, generate materials for our sustenance, safeguard wildlife habitats, provide a livelihood for indigenous communities and preserve the…