Workshop :- The Upcycling Economy by Renu Pokharna (India Recycles)
Date: 15 February 2025
Time: 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM
Venue:  UID Classroom, Karnavati University Campus, Gandhinagar

UPCYCLING – is it all that it’s made out to be?

An exploration of sustainability from a humanitarian perspective. How does sustainability affect the most vulnerable? Is climate change conversation being guarded by the rich? How do we make it more inclusive?

What is upcycling and does it really help? A look into the relationship between consumption and upcycling.

The workshop would need a white board and a screen for showing videos or pictures. Based on the numbers, students might be asked to work in groups.
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Renu Pokharna

Renu Pokharna is the founder of India Recycles – a zero waste enterprise that creates affordable markets for the urban poor.
She has a background in public policy having worked with governments and nonprofits across India, USA and Africa. Her interests include yoga and writing, she has written previously for the Wall Street Journal and MINT.​