Crucial Sustainability Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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This article is a summary of a YouTube video "Sustainability Innovation and Entrepreneurship" by IIT Roorkee July 2018
TLDR Sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship are crucial for addressing climate change, protecting the environment, and creating a prosperous future.

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    Sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship are essential for societal development as people globally prioritize sustainability and innovation, working towards addressing climate change and limiting its impact.
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    Efforts in sustainable farming in Gwalior, India have transformed barren land into a livable area with minimal water usage, while hollow bricks with captured heat can provide comfortable temperatures without the need for coolers or air conditioners.
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    They used innovative methods like drip irrigation and film farming to conserve water and enhance sustainability, while also repurposing cardboard packaging into new items instead of throwing it away or recycling it.
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    Carbon neutral plastic, wood stones, and airborne windmills are innovative solutions being developed to address environmental impact, while discussions on e-waste recycling and ethical smartphones are taking place in the context of sustainability innovation and entrepreneurship.
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    Creating a sustainable future requires protecting the Ganges river, which is vital for 500 million people in India, by addressing water quality and flow issues through understanding and collaboration.
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    The importance of understanding and preserving the sustainability of the Ganges river is emphasized, as efforts are being made to prevent irreversible depletion, with public interest litigations highlighting the need for innovation and entrepreneurship in areas like water and the Ganges.
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    Sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship can address sustainability by finding technological solutions for generating electricity, managing city waste, improving water utilization, controlling construction near rivers, enhancing biodiversity, and utilizing technology like drones, benefiting people living near rivers and creating a more beautiful and meaningful picture when combined with the youth's perspective on utilizing technology for societal development.
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    Think big, prioritize long-term sustainability over immediate profits, and work together to create a prosperous and happy world by building and associating businesses, efforts, and technological acumen for a better future.

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  • Why are sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship crucial?

    Sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship are crucial for societal development as they address climate change, protect the environment, and create a prosperous future.

  • How are efforts being made to address climate change?

    Efforts to address climate change are being made through scientific and technological innovations, incorporating sustainability to limit its impact.

  • What are some examples of sustainable farming?

    Sustainable farming examples include converting barren land into livable areas with minimal water usage and utilizing innovative methods like film farming to conserve water.

  • How can cardboard packaging be repurposed?

    Cardboard packaging can be repurposed at home into new items like tables or chairs, offering a sustainable alternative to throwing it away or recycling it.

  • What are some innovative solutions for addressing environmental impact?

    Innovative solutions include converting waste heat into electricity, developing carbon neutral plastic, and burying plastic beneath roads to enhance water capacity.

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