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Two Delhi brothers turned childhood asthma struggles into a youth-led recycling movement that's processed over 1 million kg of waste. One Step Greener now operates in 14 cities and creates jobs for women across India.
India is transforming mountains of discarded electronics into lithium, cobalt, and rare minerals needed for smartphones, electric cars, and AI technology. The country's new recycling push could generate $6 billion annually while reducing dependence on imports.
Thirteen schools in The Gambia competed to showcase youth-designed solutions to climate change, from waste recycling to sustainable farming. The festival proved that tomorrow's environmental leaders are already here today.
Four Indian entrepreneurs turned everyday frustrations into practical businesses that now serve millions. From beach plastic to job hunting, they built solutions with personal savings and stubborn hope.
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A massive butter sculpture from Pennsylvania's Farm Show didn't end up in a landfill. Instead, it's now powering homes as renewable energy.