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2014 – Year of the Clean Planet
Thursday, January 16th, 2014Welcome 2014 with a bash!
Let’s spruce up our homes, office spaces and our laptops/PCs/tablets etc. with these cool looking wallpapers. Download them in JPEG for your screens or print out the PDF versions for your wall (remember to use both sides of the paper while printing)
Oh! Here’s a great news for all you bag lovers. These amazing calendars are even available as reversible bags, in three different shades of Blue, Cream and Brown.
Check out this Bag of the Year at http://bit.ly/1j5kRxY
The first Eco half of the year 2014
The second half of an Eco friendly 2014
Click to download the 2014 Calendar (contemporary design)
Eco living in the first half of 2014
Eco-stylish living in the latter half of 2014
Click to download the 2014 Calendar (urban style)
Here’s wishing everyone a very Happy and Prosperous New Year. Dream Big and Execute Bigger!
Let Earth Breathe!
Monday, November 25th, 2013
Non-biodegradable plastic. Choked Earth.
A mother always protects her child from wearing a plastic bag over their head, else they may suffocate and die.
What about Mother Earth? Why do we ignore such a deed from happening to our planet? Why do we continue using polythene bags, plastics, etc. and choke the rivers, drains, etc. Doesn’t the same principle apply to it as well?
The over utilization of plastic bags across the world has suffocated Earth. Marine life, the animal kingdom, plants and forests, etc. all get affected by the human’s “inhuman” actions. All because we forget to nurture Nature.
Let’s not aggravate this situation. Let’s switch to better, biodegradable and reusable solutions such as cloth, jute bags, etc. Remember,
1 cloth bag = 300 plastic bags.
By using simply ONE cloth bag we are saving planet Earth from 300 plastic bags worth of torture. Why not make this difference today?!? Switch to a reusable, Eco-friendly alternative.
Clean Planet at the TGPI Festival @ Juhu , Mumbai
Friday, October 25th, 2013
We’re delighted to be a part of the TGPI festival at Juhu , Mumbai starting today . A super eco , creative bringing together brands passionate about creating a sustainable world .
Visit the TGPI festival for loads of eco-goodies , organic food , music !
See you at the festival !
Here’s to the crazy one..
Friday, October 4th, 2013
Independence Day
Thursday, August 15th, 2013
Happy Independence Day
We’d like to reiterate our thoughts on the significance of Independence Day…
A salute to all those who participated in the movement to make India Independent. And to all those unsung heroes across the country who have since then contributed in myriad forms to making this a more equitable , fair , liveable , joyous , progressive nation than it would have otherwise been.
What is the significance of Independence Day in present day urban India ? For the generations that have been born and raised in an independent India ? Newspapers filled with pictures of celebrities wearing clothes that have shades of the tri-color , saying what it means to be Indian . Buying little flags at the traffic signals and putting them in one’s car or desk for a few days. Participating in flag hoisting ceremony in one’s residential building or company. A few moments of solemn silence as the anthem is played followed by snacks and catching up with neighbors . What is the connection that the rituals build with the idea of a nation ? of the idea of being Indian ? The risk is when the sentiment is limited to a few external gestures.
We can create new , meaningful rituals for Independence Day – as individuals and as groups :
- Recognize that our actions – personal and professional – shape India . If there is allegiance to the idea of a nation to which we pledge our devotion – let it reflect in consistent action.
- Make life choices – small and big – that are authentic and deeply meaningful rather than driven by external appearances / compulsions aka Inner Independence
- Give time , attention , money to those less fortunate
- Help educate a child
- Consciously choose not to litter any public space – e v e r.
- Plant trees
- Become an a c t i v e citizen
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- the list can be meaningfully expanded
Eventually we need to rise above the idea of nations and see the human species as one . Until that can happen we can attempt an expansive and inclusive definition of what it means to be Indian . And be cognizant of our responsibilities and rights the other 364 days of the year.
Pl choose to create a glorious India where Independence is a reality for all it’s citizens .
Happy Independence Day.
Pl choose to make a difference.
The Green People of India
Thursday, June 6th, 2013
Clean Planet @ The Green People of India festival
A single spark can start a forest fire. 1 email sent to about 25 recipients in the first week of May was the spark behind a group of fiery, green-thinking individuals who came together to form The Green People of India. The Greenpreneurs share the common goal of creating a sustainable world. Today, over 100 eco-brands are a part of this ‘Green Revolution’ whose aim is “Promoting Eco-enterprises and Sustainable Development in India”. Team Clean Planet is very proud to be a part of this green group.
TGPI, as we are popularly known, is a friendly group of like minded souls who wish to create more awareness about Eco living. There are several eco-businesses all across India started by entrepreneurs wanting to catalyze a sustainable world . Combined effort by way of shared platform will help to create a stronger impact in society. TGPI began as a grouping of ideas, skills, and efforts of each green business into one consolidated move towards a Green World. Together, we make a difference which is powerful and strong enough to create a change in the world.
The TGPI group is ready to launch itself on 7th June, 2013, at a one of a kind event, The Green People Festival. This is a 3-day festival on 7-8-9 June 2013 in Mumbai , India focused on sustainable living.
20 eco, ethical, sustainable enterprises from across 8 states of India will come together to present their work, cause, concept & story to the people of Mumbai at The Vintage Garden @ Bandra West.
Save the Lake! An OLCA initiative
Saturday, April 13th, 2013The unique Lokhandwala freshwater lake is nestled between the mangroves in the Lokhandwala Oshiwara area. This lake is a jewel in the urban landscape and as you have seen it has various aquatic birds and a large daispora of life that include snakes like pythons, russell’s vipers etc and mammalian species like jackals(have been witnessed in the lake area), all these species protected under the Wildlife protection Act, 1972. There is an urgent need to protect this lake by de-silting and restoring the lake so as to preserve its natural beauty.
A drive conducted on 13th April, 2013 shall be supported by the Team Clean Planet under our Mumbai Kuch Kar campaign. Please support the same. Share with your friends and family. If you have or support any such cause please do let us know so that we too can be associated and propagate it.
The Human Chain Link to support the natural habitat.
Remember always …
Each one of us can make a difference. Together we make change.
The Tote Pal Tale
Saturday, March 9th, 2013Words enable worlds. This is a true story of how words can open up new perspective and possibilities.
Once a teenager on her way to her college exam was anxious and trembling with nervousness. She had her Tote Pal with the words “Miracles come in Moments. Be Ready and Willing” along with her in which she carried her belongings. Just as she approached the gate, where her equally nervous friend was waiting for her, she needed to grab her notes from the bag. Her friend saw the quote on the bag and broke into a big smile. She pointed out and said “Hey! See what your bag has to say.” Both kids had a surge of confidence as they walked through the gate to enter the examination building.
No doubt the girls had prepared well and had put in their 100% efforts towards their examinations. But every now and then people need that tad bit of encouragement to push them towards success.
The Tote Pal quotes are our 1% inspiration to your 99% perspiration. Just as in the case of the teenagers they have been there as a true Pal for many people – inspiring them as they in turn use the Tote Pal to create a more sustainable world.
Experiences like these from the Clean Planet community warm our hearts and encourage us to serve the community better. It’s inspiring for us to know that our creations of love and conviction are reaching out and making a difference way beyond the functional and style aspect of the product.
We would like to share your story as well. Please write into us with your Clean Planet Story. Our contact details are –
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No excuses
Tuesday, January 15th, 2013Kyle Maynard has virtually no arms and no legs. Yet he took on the 19,000 foot Kilimanjaro peak in Africa, while carrying the ashes of a soldier up the mountain. Makes you reconsider complaining about anything you may be facing right now.
His sheer determination , courage and honesty is awe-inspiring . His trek to the peak of Kilimanjaro is testimony to the power of his indomitable spirit and unconquerable soul .
Give yourself a gift . Watch this video .
p.s – share with everyone you know .
