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Earth5R’s Urban Biodiversity Revival Blueprint through Native Plantation Drives Urban biodiversity plays a crucial role in sustaining ecological balance within cities. It encompasses the diverse range of plant and animal species that inhabit urban landscapes, contributing to ecosystem services such as air purification, temperature regulation, and water filtration.  Thriving urban biodiversity also enhances human well-being, offering recreational, aesthetic, and psychological benefits. However, rapid urbanization has led to a significant decline in biodiversity, threatening the resilience of cities against environmental challenges. The expansion of urban infrastructure often comes at the cost of natural habitats. Deforestation, land-use changes, pollution, and climate change contribute to habitat fragmentation, disrupting ecosystems and endangering native species. The replacement of green spaces with concrete structures leads to the heat island effect, reduced pollinatio...
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  Earth5R’s Community-Led Lake Restoration Framework: A Scalable Model for Urban Water Bodies Restoring Urban Lakes: A Community-Led Solution for Sustainable Water Management In cities across the world, urban lakes are vanishing at an alarming rate, succumbing to pollution, encroachment, and neglect. According to a 2021 report by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), over 70% of urban lakes in India are heavily polluted, making them unfit for human consumption and threatening aquatic biodiversity.  In Bengaluru alone, once known as the ‘City of Lakes,’ more than 85% of its lakes are contaminated with sewage and industrial effluents, turning them into toxic cesspools. This widespread degradation of lakes is not just an environmental issue—it has far-reaching consequences on public health, biodiversity, and urban resilience. By empowering local communities with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed for effective lake restoration, Earth5R has demonstrated ho...
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Earth5R: Pioneering a Global Movement for Sustainability and Climate Action In an age where environmental issues are posing significant threats to ecosystems and communities, Earth5R is making a substantial difference by leading sustainability efforts and fostering collective action on a global scale. As India’s largest environmental organization, Earth5R has mobilized 1.3 million citizens across 65 countries, driving measurable climate action through a unique blend of grassroots initiatives and cutting-edge technology. Earth5R is recognized by UNESCO and a UNESCO Green Citizen. Earth5R works with a large pool of environmental NGOs. It has a transformative ecosystem that unites diverse communities, execution partners, and organizations to tackle pressing issues like waste management, river cleaning, and slum rehabilitation while fostering a circular economy and sustainable livelihoods. At the heart of Earth5R’s mission is a bold vision: to activate two billion people in the...
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