7 Simple Actions that we Mumbaikars can take to help stop Ocean-Bound Plastics

7 Simple Actions that we Mumbaikars can take to help stop Ocean-Bound Plastics

ByLion Alexander Gounder

Ocean-bound plastics are plastics that are in danger of entering our oceans due to their proximity to waterways, coastlines, or areas that are at high risk of flooding. These plastics are often found in developing countries where there is a lack of waste management infrastructure, and therefore plastic waste is not properly disposed of, leading…

Miyawaki Forests: The Key to Restoring Mumbai’s Green Cover and Tackling Urbanization Challenges

Miyawaki Forests: The Key to Restoring Mumbai’s Green Cover and Tackling Urbanization Challenges

ByLion Alexander Gounder

Miyawaki forests are a type of dense, native forest that is designed to be planted in urban areas. They are named after the Japanese botanist, Dr. Akira Miyawaki, who developed the technique for creating these forests in the 1970s. Miyawaki forests are created using a specific method that involves planting multiple layers of trees, shrubs,…