Pro Planet People

Pro Planet People

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

A youth-driven environmental initiative in Bareilly leverages technology and community effort to fight pollution and rejuvenate local rivers and green spaces.
Supreme Court bans mining within 1 km of all national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, protecting forests, wildlife, and tribal rights.
Green by Goonj turns urban waste into eco-products, empowering rural women, reducing poverty, and promoting climate resilience for a greener, equitable India.
Over 200 women in Cuddalore run Asia’s largest nursery, nurturing millions of saplings to revive ecosystems and save the Cauvery River.
Youngest environmentalist Roohi Mohazzab’s initiative encourages nationwide school participation to plant 1 crore native trees.
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.
Mahindra's unwavering dedication to social responsibility exemplifies its role as a catalyst for transformation