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Dr. Kiran Patil Dean, School of Engineering Professor, Provost - IC April 2025

The document discusses the importance of sustainability in addressing global challenges like climate change and resource depletion, emphasizing the need for a sustainable future through the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It outlines practical steps individuals and organizations can take, such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and promoting sustainable practices, while highlighting India's commitment to sustainability. The document also showcases case studies and the role of educational institutions and communities in fostering sustainable initiatives.

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Dr. Kiran Patil Dean, School of Engineering Professor, Provost - IC April 2025

The document discusses the importance of sustainability in addressing global challenges like climate change and resource depletion, emphasizing the need for a sustainable future through the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It outlines practical steps individuals and organizations can take, such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and promoting sustainable practices, while highlighting India's commitment to sustainability. The document also showcases case studies and the role of educational institutions and communities in fostering sustainable initiatives.

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Building a Better Tomorrow: Simple

Steps Towards Sustainability


• Dr. Kiran Patil
• Dean, School of Engineering
• Professor, Provost - IC
• April 2025
Why Talk About Sustainability?
• Environmental degradation, climate change,
and resource depletion are urgent global
concerns.
What Is Sustainability?
• Meeting current needs without compromising
the ability of future generations to meet
theirs.
• Triple Bottom Line: People, Planet, Profit.
The Need for a Sustainable Future
• Population growth, urbanization, and energy
demand are straining natural resources.
Key Global Challenges
• • Climate Change
• • Plastic Pollution
• • Water Scarcity
• • Deforestation
• • Inequality
The 17 UN Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs)
• Global blueprint for peace and prosperity.
• Visual representation of all 17 SDGs.
India’s Commitment to
Sustainability
• National Solar Mission, G20 participation, Net-
Zero by 2070.
• Local innovations making a global impact.
Corporate Responsibility & Green
Business
• ESG framework, green certifications, and
sustainable supply chain practices.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• Daily habits to minimize waste and promote a
circular economy.
Sustainable Transportation
• Carpooling, public transport, cycling, and
adopting electric vehicles.
Energy Conservation at Home
• Switch to LED lighting, smart appliances, and
use of solar panels.
Conscious Consumption
• Support local, seasonal, and ethical products.
• Practice minimalism.
Water Conservation
• Fix leaks, implement rainwater harvesting, and
use smart irrigation.
Digital Sustainability
• Proper e-waste disposal, use cloud storage
efficiently.
Role of Educational Institutions
• Sustainable campus practices and integrating
sustainability into the curriculum.
Student-Driven Initiatives
• Eco clubs, clean-up drives, and innovation
challenges.
Sustainable Engineering &
Technology
• Green buildings, renewable energy, AI and IoT
for sustainability.
Case Study – India’s Solar
Revolution
• Rapid growth in solar energy infrastructure
and adoption.
Case Study – Plastic Ban in Sikkim
• Impact and success of banning single-use
plastic.
Case Study – A Sustainable College
Campus
• Examples like IIT Delhi or Net-Zero campuses.
Role of Communities and Local
Governments
• Community farming, local recycling initiatives,
and governance.
How You Can Lead Change
• Be a role model in your community, school, or
workplace.
Recap – The Simple Steps That
Matter
• Small consistent actions lead to big change.
Quote & Inspiration
• “We do not inherit the Earth from our
ancestors; we borrow it from our children.”
Thank You / Q&A
• Questions and Discussion
• Contact: [email protected]

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