Environmental Services - Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
We're the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it", said Barack Obama in the context of the climate crisis we're heading towards. Out of the world's 15 most polluted cities, 13 are from India. According to a report by Lancet Planetary, air pollution killed 17 lakh Indians in 2019, these figures should matter to us, as much as pandemic statistics. According to the Environment Protection Act, 1986, the levels of indoor air pollutants are often 2-5 times higher than outdoor levels, which is where our venture- Greensleeves comes in to contribute our bit in controlling this disaster with vertical forestry.It's a highly efficient technique introduced by Stefano Boeri, which we've optimized for Indian conditions by handpicking the perfect plants suitable for domestic environmental conditions. We'll be bringing aesthetics of your favorite forest, right into your home and fresh air to breathe in, by planting trees, herbs, and shrubs on the roof, walls, and balconies.