‘Biosphere Reserve Champions’ is a National Competition for a Sustainable Future. Geared for school students from Std. 6-12, we aim to promote and engage students in the protection and sustainable management of the Earth’s biosphere reserves. This unique program is divided into 3 phases, each designed to increase awareness of environmental challenges.
Through a series of 3 webinars led by UNESCO officials, students will learn about the significance of The Biosphere Reserves in India, Ecosystems, Environment, Pollution, and how it is connected to each of us. This is the second of three webinars that shall be conducted for teachers and students from registered schools nationally.
Webinar #2 details are as follows:
Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Time: 4 PM
Topic: Plastic & Agroforestry
Speakers: Mr. Reuben Malekar, Intern, Natural Science Unit - UNESCO
Ms. Harisree Othayoth, Intern, Natural Science Unit - UNESCO
About This Webinar: This webinar examined the significant environmental challenges posed by plastic pollution, including its effects on ecosystems and human health. The session also highlighted agroforestry as a sustainable solution, emphasizing its benefits in improving soil health, increasing biodiversity, and mitigating climate change. Attendees learned about innovative practices in agroforestry that can reduce plastic waste and enhance environmental resilience, offering practical strategies for integrating these approaches into their communities.
9 июл 2024
