The Climate Change 2023 Synthesis Report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change highlights the severe impacts of human-caused climate change on the environment and people worldwide.
This report serves as a catalyst for global efforts to address this critical issue, such as the UNFCCC’s Conference of the Parties to the Convention (COP). As COP28 takes place in Dubai, it is important to recognise the contributions of women in India who are actively driving climate-friendly initiatives.
Nidhi Pant
The founder of S4S Technologies is a champion of the Women Climate Collective (WCC) and works at the intersection of agriculture, gender, energy access, and financial inclusion. Her solar-powered platform supports small businesses and women entrepreneurs in the food processing sector. Nidhi has received prestigious awards such as the Earthshot Prize 2023 for creating a waste-free food system.
Dia Mirza
An actor, producer, and climate champion, she serves as the National Goodwill Ambassador of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). She has represented India's concerns about sustainability at the United Nations General Assembly's (UNGA) SDG Summit in New York. Dia has made a film called 'Kids for Tigers' in collaboration with the Sanctuary Nature Foundation, highlighting the importance of biodiversity and endangered species. She also supports the Wildlife Trust of India and campaigns promoting plastic-neutral choices.
Gul Panag
An actor, producer, and entrepreneur who is dedicated to a sustainable future. She operates a startup called Sunfuel Electric, providing electric vehicle charging solutions across India. Gul is also involved in the Col. Shamsher Singh Foundation, an NGO focusing on gender equality, education, and disaster management. Her philanthropic efforts extend to community well-being, showcasing her dedication to the environment and the less fortunate.
Varsha Raikwar
A 25-year-old radio jockey from Madhya Pradesh is a climate champion with the Women Climate Collective (WCC). She uses her voice to educate her community about resource management, waste, and eco-friendliness. Varsha organises community-driven events like seminars and street plays to spread the environmental message to the rural population. Despite facing gender-based discrimination, she is determined to ensure equal representation of women in climate change discussions.
Pragya Kapoor
An entrepreneur and advocate for a greener planet, she has launched initiatives through her NGO, the Ek Saath Foundation (ESF), to contribute to a cleaner environment. ESF engages in social causes such as cleaning and promoting hygiene awareness in underserved areas. The Foundation has also launched initiatives like 'Project Kuda' to implement responsible waste management systems. Pragya collaborated with the Indian Navy for a cleanliness drive on World Environment Day.
These women in India are actively driving climate-friendly initiatives and making significant contributions to environmental sustainability. Their work showcases the importance of women's involvement in addressing climate change and highlights the need for collective global efforts to combat this critical issue.
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