GoGreenGuru: Sustainability in Action

By: Ananya Guru Sangameshwar
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  • Be inspired and empowered on your sustainability journey, with stories of hope, perspectives and actionable insights. “How can we contribute to a sustainable world as citizens?” Join host Ananya Guru Sangameshwar, a young woman, on this exploration.

    Dive into conversations with change-makers, sustainability practitioners, visionaries, and more as they share their real journeys, challenges, learnings and what drives them. With eco tips, actionable challenges and journaling prompts in each episode, explore your eco-consciousness and discover how YOU can make a difference. New episode of GoGreenGuru every Guruvar, aka Thursday :)

    GoGreenGuru.com is a platform and podcast focused on sustainability. We hope to co-build a thriving community of communities, where we share, care and make a greater impact, together. Join us!
    Copyright Ananya Guru Sangameshwar
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Episodes
  • Planting seeds of hope | Seshu Ratnala, Swetcha Foundation |

    Planting seeds of hope | Seshu Ratnala, Swetcha Foundation |
    Jul 17 2024
    “A plant after every heart” - Swetcha foundation is working towards building an ecosystem that could achieve the dream of planting and nourishing 10 lakh trees in 10 years across the country.

    Meet Seshu Babu Ratnala, environmentalist and founder of Swetcha foundation. Seshu and his friends wanted to give back to their hometown when they revisited one summer, and it kickstarted into an environmental education initiative in schools, where children planted saplings and took stewardship of them. It is about the freedom to do the right thing.

    Contact Seshu Babu Ratnala
    Ph - 9742488899
    Email - ratnalaseshubabu@gmail.com
    Insta - @ratnalaseshubabu


    #plantaftereveryheart #plantingtrees #seedsofhope #seedsofchange #afforestation #swetcha #freedomtodotherightthing #environmentaleducation #environmentcampaign #socialchange #eco #vanmahotsav #harithaharam #Betterindia
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    44 mins
  • Joy of Volunteering | Plog Raj |

    Joy of Volunteering | Plog Raj |
    Jun 5 2024
    Join us as we delve into the journey of G Nagaraj, affectionately known as Plog Raj, the Plogman of India. Nagaraj's story began with a simple yet powerful observation shared by a fellow being: "Places which are clean…people tend to keep it clean. If a place is dirty, people feel like littering…”

    Determined to be part of the solution, Nagaraj introduced and popularized plogging in India, turning the simple act of picking up trash while jogging or walking into a nationwide movement. In this episode, you'll discover how Nagaraj's innovative approach makes volunteering fun and impactful. Hear firsthand about his creative use of waste to create funny and catchy posters that raise awareness about waste management.

    Learn about his work as a robin with the RobinHood Army, where he helps collect surplus food, clothing, and electronic devices to support underprivileged communities, spreading smiles and giving new life to good things otherwise headed to the landfill.

    He is also known as Cupman for his work in enabling sustainable menstruation - “If we can have a spiderman, why not a cupman?”

    Highlights of this episode include practical tips on how you can start plogging, organize a drive, and get involved in volunteer work. Nagaraj shares his advice for newcomers, addresses common misconceptions about volunteering, and offers an inspiring message on the importance of taking action for a greener, more sustainable world but while having lots of fun!

    Tune in to this episode to be motivated, informed, and ready to make a difference in your community!

    Journaling prompt and activity
    Reflect on what do you enjoy doing, that can help the earth or a fellow being…try out different things, explore, have fun with it!

    Connect with Plog Raj on Instagram and learn about volunteering opportunities you may enjoy @theindianplogman @theindianploggersarmy

    For some eco humour and memes by Plog Raj and team, follow @sakkathwastefellows

    Follow us on social media @gogreenguruss. Write to us at contact@gogreenguru.com. volunteer

    #volunteering #worldenvironmentday #swachhbharat #swachhbharatabhiyaan #cleanliness #bengaluru #citizen #everydayheroes


    So, do you like to volunteer? What does volunteering mean to you? What do you enjoy or not enjoy about it? #letschat
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    52 mins
  • Unpacking Sustainable menstruation | Dr Lata Ghanshamnani | RNisarg Foundation |

    Unpacking Sustainable menstruation | Dr Lata Ghanshamnani | RNisarg Foundation |
    Apr 27 2024
    What if there was a way we could menstruate using products that are healthy, safe and comfortable and do not add to the landfills? What if we could empower ourselves to make a choice that works for us?

    Join us in demystifying sustainable menstruation in this warm and friendly conversation with Dr Lata Ghanshamnani, co-founder, RNisarg Foundation and host Ananya Sangameshwar. We explore the what, why and how of sustainable menstruation, discuss menstrual cups and cloth pads and address fears, doubts and concerns in an open and empathetic way. Listen to the story of RNisarg Foundation and Project Sakhi, to empower women with the right knowledge.

    Resources
    Subscribe to and explore resources on menstrual hygiene and menstrual cups, with simple, science and practice-backed explanations https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBCtrYQ-HPP4qMJMur6O1xg

    Choosing a menstrual cup - a collaborative compilation of menstrual cup reviews from real users https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l97nAMSRhoHiEe3RBlitOYzMwdP_VZErGDw3oORDUug/edit

    Register here to take up a free short training course to be certified as a menstrual educator with Project Sakhi with AMOGS (You may also sign up for waste-management related trainings here) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4QuLkCIF69Eaj57lJyrtVdZQ8WScidQTczK8Vk8KuNLVk9g/viewform

    About our guest
    Dr Lata Kamal Ghanshamnani is a practising opthalmologist and eye surgeon with more than 2 decades of experience. Over the years, she became concerned about the amount of waste generated at home, work and her city - Thane and how it was not managed effectively, leading to piling unsanitary landfills. Thus she co-founded RNisarg Foundation with fellow medical practitioners who resonated with her cause. She has been actively involved with environmental awareness and community engagement. She is a recipient of multiple prestigious awards and fellowships including Woman of Substance Award from Know your Thane, Covid warrior award, Swachhta Saarthi fellowship under Wealth to Waste initiative and is a Women4Climate Mumbai 2021 cohort member.

    About RNisarg Foundation
    RNisarg Foundation is a dynamic non-profit organization committed to environmental sustainability and social impact. Founded by Dr. Lata Kamal Ghanshamnani, Dr Leena Kelshikar and Mrs Veena Angadi, RNisarg Foundation operates at the intersection of climate change and waste management, with a particular focus on addressing critical issues related to menstrual waste, pharmaceutical waste, and biomedical waste.

    Driven by the belief that sustainable solutions are essential for safeguarding the planet and promoting community well-being, RNisarg Foundation implements innovative programs and initiatives aimed at raising awareness, driving behavioral change, and fostering sustainable practices. Through strategic partnerships, education, and outreach efforts, RNisarg Foundation empowers individuals and communities to take meaningful action towards building a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.

    To learn more about RNisarg Foundation and join the movement towards environmental stewardship, visit www.rnisargfoundation.com.
    Connect with RNisarg Foundation - support@rnisargfoundation.com
    Volunteer with RNisarg Foundation - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFCiSi7p2hbNbmokI55Zb6dCp9BoqNglNYhdruJZ6VQdwrMQ/viewform
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    45 mins

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