Pro Planet People

Pro Planet People

Inspiring individuals and initiatives protecting and reviving our planet through climate action, sustainability, and environmental conservation.

At 17, they are leading a global youth movement transforming e-waste into refurbished devices for education.
A Tamil Nadu farmer’s compassion turned 50 acres of farmland into a sanctuary for 1,800 deer.
Uttarakhand will levy automated green tax on vehicles from other states starting December 2025 to reduce pollution and preserve its delicate environment.
Zurich’s Greencity embodies the 2000-Watt Society vision—proving sustainable, low-energy urban living is achievable and inspiring.
Copenhagen’s cycling surge, with 675,000 bikes versus 120,000 cars, reshaped the city. Visionary policies and infrastructure investments cut 90,000 tonnes of CO₂, boost health, and generate $1-2 million daily benefits.
Barcelona's pedestrian green zones, offer a replicable model for India's 206 cities struggling with air quality violations.
Peepal Baba’s unwavering dedication has mobilised thousands across India to plant and nurture millions of trees, blending spirituality with environmental activism.
Assam’s Sarbeswar Basumatary transformed his life and region through innovative, integrated farming and mentorship.
Government’s ₹10,900 crore PM E-Drive scheme offers full subsidy for nationwide EV charging infrastructure rollout.
Dhordo village achieves full solar power adoption under PM scheme, boosting income and sustainability for residents.
The Karnataka Biodiversity Board designates Bengaluru’s Cantonment Railway Colony as a Biodiversity Heritage Site, protecting 8.61 acres and 368 trees.
The plant processes five lakh tonnes of indigenous bamboo annually, driving clean energy and rural prosperity.
Maharashtra exempts toll charges for electric vehicles on major highways from August 2025, advancing the state’s clean mobility goals.
Northeast Frontier Railway, partnering with IIT Guwahati, introduces biodegradable bedroll bags on 25 trains to reduce plastic waste and promote eco-friendly travel across India’s Northeast.
Ambikapur’s Garbage Café in Chhattisgarh leads India’s fight against plastic pollution and hunger by turning waste into meals, inspiring cleaner cities and social dignity.
Karnataka’s Bibi Fatima SHG champions millet revival and eco-friendly farming, winning global acclaim and empowering thousands of farmers.
Chennai’s inaugural biodiversity index highlights critical natural ecosystems, native species diversity, and the need for stronger urban conservation governance.
Foreign nationals residing in Gurugram partnered with locals to clean streets and drains, spotlighting shared civic responsibility amid persistent sanitation challenges.
Varanasi becomes India’s first city to feature between-track removable solar panels, advancing Indian Railways’ net-zero mission.
A Rajasthan farmer’s innovative dry farming method using just one litre of water per sapling has transformed arid farming and earned him the Padma Shri.
Modhera in Gujarat is a national example of running entirely on solar energy, achieving energy independence and heritage preservation.
Tapas Foundation’s innovative campaign converts landfill construction waste into eco-friendly bricks, advancing sustainability and livelihoods.
For over two decades, Jamuna Tudu has fearlessly mobilised thousands to protect 50 hectares of Sal forest in Jharkhand from destructive timber mafias through community vigilance and cultural traditions.
A local officer’s constructive approach inspired tourists in Roing, Arunachal Pradesh, to clean their litter and spark discussions on sustainable tourism.
Mahindra's unwavering dedication to social responsibility exemplifies its role as a catalyst for transformation