Date: 6th June 2025
Venue: India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, U.P.
The team from अथक प्रयास सतत् विकास attended the World Environment Expo 2025, an inspiring and educational event that brought together leading environmentalists, innovators, and sustainability-driven enterprises.
This eye-opening visit became a turning point for the organization, laying the foundation of its new green initiative — Project Green Steps, aimed at promoting practical, grassroots-level environmental solutions.
Key Highlights of the Visit
Interactions with Environmental Experts: The team engaged with several environmentalists whose work is shaping the future of sustainability in India.
Innovative Green Solutions:
A standout moment was the interaction with Ms. Rama Tyagi, Head of the Horticultural & Floricultural Society, and her team. Her stall introduced several impactful ideas:
- Seed balls for easy plantation
- Grow-bag kitchen gardens for urban spaces
- “Bagicha” kits for school and community gardens
- Zero-plastic planters like गौबर के गमले (gobar pots) and नारियल के रेशे से बने गमले (coir pots)
Biodegradable Garbage Bags:
Another notable innovation was the “I Am Not Plastic” biodegradable garbage bags — a timely and much-needed solution for the plastic age. These products are carving their space in the market where development and sustainability are no longer opposing forces, but partners in progress.
Takeaways from the Visit
- Simple, scalable solutions like seed balls and grow bags can empower communities to adopt green habits.
- Environmental innovation is thriving — from biodegradable materials to plastic alternatives.
- Awareness visits like this play a crucial role in shaping new ideas, partnerships, and initiatives for sustainable development.
Conclusion
The visit to the World Environment Expo 2025 was not just an educational trip, but a spark for future action. It strengthened अथक प्रयास सतत् विकास’s commitment to grassroots sustainability and inspired the launch of Project Green Steps — a meaningful stride towards a cleaner, greener future.