Are you a housing society striving to shape a greener future through sustainable practices? If yes, TOI has come up with an impactful initiative called I am Kolkata – Green Kolkata to celebrate the best housing societies of Kolkata who are undertaking environment friendly initiatives. Nominate your society for this initiative by participating in the survey and let the world know about your commitment and dedication towards eco-conscious living.
From promoting the best waste-management practices to undertaking rainwater harvesting, your collective efforts matter in restoring the earth to its former glory. We’re looking for groups committed to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic sustainability. Showcase your innovative ideas, successful initiatives, and positive impact on the community. Your efforts will inspire others to embrace eco-friendly lifestyle and create a greener, better future together.
SwitchON Foundation, established in 2008 and registered as the Environment Conservation Society, is an award-winning nonprofit organization dedicated to climate action. Operating across 10 Indian states with a team of over 175 members, the organization focuses on clean energy, sustainable cities, and the nexus between energy, water, agriculture, and climate change. As it marks its 15th year, SwitchON continues to evolve, supporting marginalized communities and building resilient, sustainable ecosystems.
Kolkata: As the city’s urban landscape grows vertically, three major high-rise residential complexes – Lake District, Rosedale Gardens, and Uniworld City – stand out for their commitment to green living
Kolkata: In the bustling metropolis of Kolkata, where high-rises are becoming the norm, two residential complexes — Diamond Residency in Bakultala, Behala, and Deeshari Megacity in Narendrapur — are leading
Kolkata: In the realm of vertical living, two housing communities—Loudon Park in the heart of the city and Sodepur Godrej Prakriti on the northern fringes—stand as testaments to sustainable urban living.
As urban landscapes evolve, the concept of vertical living is gaining traction in Kolkata. Projects like Southern Heights in Joka and Chitrakut Heights in New Town promise not just modern
Kolkata: Zero-waste living and energy efficiency are redefining urban lifestyles in New Town as housing societies embrace green initiatives to combat challenges of urbanisation. In this fast-developing part of the city,
Kolkata: Sherwood Estate, one of the leafiest residential complexes in Narendrapur, earned the distinction of being exceptionally tree-friendly with its residents achieving the almost-impossible in this concrete jungle—combating the ‘heat
Kolkata: At a time when several studies are sounding the alarm bell over how climate change is intensifying extreme weather events in Kolkata and the entire state, several housing societies
As the climate crisis deepens, Kolkata, a rapidly growing city, is taking steps to embrace greener living, with initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability at both individual and community levels. Actions
As the city lost 30% of its greenery in a decade, leading to hotter summers and pollution, we speak to experts about what needs to be done to preserve what’s
KOLKATA: A green audit was conducted in the Golf Green Central Park on Sunday by students of a government-run primary school and domain experts, including botanists, senior scientists and teachers.
KOLKATA: KMC member, mayor-in-council parks & gardens Debashis Kumar, who is representing Kolkata at COP-27, the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, at Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt, said that the
Kolkata: The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation (BMC), New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA) as well as citizens’ groups plan to increase greenery in Salt Lake, New Town and Rajarhat Gopalpur by planting