Ashok Jayanthi The concept of food forests roots itself in the idea of mirroring nature to foster a self-sufficient ecosystem. Within this system, plants and animals form symbiotic relationships, enhancing resilience, reducing the need for external resources, and boosting productivity over time. A fundamental aspect of food forests is their layered vegetation structure, akin to […]Read More
Sriram Chitlur Renowned American environmentalist Paul Hawken once said, “The first rule of sustainability is to align with natural forces, or at least not try to defy them.” This profound statement carries significant depth. It underscores a core principle of sustainability, urging us to synchronise our efforts with the rhythms of the natural world rather […]Read More
Team L&M The World Animal Protection India, an animal protection organisation, has requested the Rajasthan Government to end elephant rides in Jaipur’s Amer Fort and retire the elephants to a wildlife sanctuary. “Elephants live in herds in the forest and do not belong in Amer Fort in Jaipur. Many of them are stressed, representing a […]Read More
Srinath Setty Before delving into how plotted management can integrate health and environmental well-being, let’s first grasp the concept of well-being. Essentially, well-being means having access to the basics of life – food, shelter, education, clothing, and income. When we have these essentials, we feel satisfied, and that satisfaction forms the core of our well-being. […]Read More
Lindström India includes recycled garments from PET Bottles into workwear
Team L&M Lindström India has now included recycled polyester from PET bottles into its workwear garments collection, aligning with Lindström’s commitment to science-based climate targets and emphasizing environmental responsibility. The process involves sorting and cleaning PET bottles, mechanically shredding them into small flakes, and then melting and purifying the material. The resulting fibres are combined […]Read More
Team L&M To understand how conscious living in the built environment is reflected in India, Godrej Design Lab, a Godrej & Boyce platform to advance design excellence, published its report Understanding Conscious Living in India: A deep-dive into spaces, materials and the environment. Created in collaboration with Unbox Cultural Futures, a leading arts and culture […]Read More
Team L&M If you want to explore the beauty of art crafted from electronic-waste, you must visit EcoInnovations: Transforming Waste into Wonders currently on at the India International Centre in New Delhi. A solo show of Bengaluru-based artist Vishwanath Mallabadi Davangere, the speaks about how environment can be conserved by minimising the waste that goes to […]Read More
Team L&M Breaking the traditional trend of silk production, Odisha has adopted a non-violent method to extract silk from the silkworms. Promoting ethical and sustainable practises in the trade, the state thus weaves compassion naming the product as Karuna Silk. The new initiative is drawing attention of the visitors at the ongoing India International Trade […]Read More
IIT Roorkee licenses technology for env-friendly coating for disposable paper
Team L&M A team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IITR) has developed a coating for disposable paper that is water soluble and will be used in various applications with requirements of food freshness retention and replace plastic coatings commonly used in food-grade packaging papers and paperboards. The innovative coating formulation aims […]Read More
Team L&M On the occasion of World Environment Day, furniture brand Urban Ladder has unveiled its sustainable range of furniture — Karya. The new range stands out for its innovative use of biodegradable and non-toxic materials to create an eco-friendly board. This means that Karya is fashioned from agricultural residues like wheat or reed straw […]Read More