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Leaves: An Underrated Resource for Sustainability
By Rtn. Shreekrishna Dhittal, RC Kathmandu Height, District 3292 Information shared by ESRAG Member Rtn. Dinesh Manandhar Leaves are among the most undervalued resources in our ecosystem. Embracing leaf composting not only reduces waste but also creates nutrient-rich soil amendments that support biodiversity and promote ecosystem health. In the quaint village of Phoolbari, Nepal, Rtn. Shreekrishna Dhittal, a passionate mechanical engineer, has been on a mission to transform how communities perceive and use leaves. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, he has empowered individuals to turn waste into wealth through leaf composting. Shreekrishna’s journey began with a realization: leaves, often discarded as waste, hold immense potential as a natural resource. He discovered that the leaves from a single large shade tree could provide up to $50 (around NPR 5,000) worth of plant food and humus. This discovery motivated him to delve deeper into the process of leaf...
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Philippine students restoring watersheds
Through Interact and RYLA, Philippine students are turning their environmental concerns into powerful action to restore habitats and watersheds.
Huge Boost for French Bees
DG teamwork led over 1000 clubs across francophone Europe to sell rosebushes and use the proceeds provide thousands of hives and tons of seed to beekeepers, towns, and schools, at zero net cost to Rotary, generating hundreds of news stories and huge goodwill
Own and Promote the Positive!
By Malc Rooney, Coordinator, ESRAG Regional Chapter Chairs Over the past year I have become increasingly aware that there is much being done in response to Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability that is positive. I think that Rotary International in general...
Remember Your Mom This Valentine’s Day
Send a love letter to Mother Earth: choose a Plant-Rich Diet!
Saving Forests to Save Ourselves
Rotarians are joining Indigenous communities and other local farmers in the quest to save biodiversity to save our future. This month, ESRAG showcases projects protecting rainforests and bees.
If you fly, fuel climate solutions! Fly4TRF.org
by Ariel Miller If you are planning a trip by plane, consider using ESRAG’s Flight Carbon Estimator and making a donation to The Rotary Foundation to support Rotary projects that reduce carbon emissions. By doing this, you’re increasing your awareness and turning it...
Virgin Islands Club Wins Global Grant for Solar Refrigeration
St. Thomas East Eco wins a Rotary Global Grant to provide solar refrigeration to a farmers’ market, ensuring reliable energy, and preventing food waste and carbon emissions. This will save farmers over $250,000 in electric bills over 25 years.
Inviting You to a Solar Cooker Forum
By Luther Krueger The Museum of Solar cooking hosts a weekly online forum to informally knit together the growing population of solar cooking proponents into a more cohesive network. RSVP to [email protected] to attend, participate, or present on your solar...
ESRAG Clean Cooking Task Force Ready to Help You!
ESRAG’s Clean Cooking Task Force help your Club find the right stove solution to fit cooking preferences, budgets, and many other factors the families you’re serving need to take into account.
Better Health, Better Budgets for Nepali Families
by Binod Koirala, Past President, Rotary Club of Pokhara Fishtail, Nepal Many families in Nepal still cook over fires indoors. Our club has implemented a pilot project on electric cooking stoves in two different poor communities with excellent results: indoor...
Air Pollution: Giant Global Health Crisis
By Ariel Miller “Air pollution is a major global health crisis and causes one in nine deaths worldwide,” reports the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). “The deadliest illnesses linked to PM2.5 [fine particulates] air pollution are stroke, heart disease, lung disease,...
Mobilizing Citizen Science to Fight a Silent Killer
Drawing on the insights of three Rotarians with decades of experience, this article offers an overview of some of the major sources of air pollution, how Rotarians can promote solutions, and links to websites describing air pollution’s health impacts and how to measure and analyze air quality.
ESRAG Podcast: Climate Conversations
Welcome to the ESRAG Podcast, your go-to source for all things related to the Environment and Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG). Join us as we explore innovative solutions, inspiring stories, and actionable insights from Rotarians and experts dedicated to creating a sustainable future. Each episode delves into topics such as climate change, renewable energy, biodiversity, and community-driven environmental initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned environmental advocate or new to the field, our podcast offers valuable information and motivation to help you make a positive impact. Tune in and be part of the global movement for a greener, healthier planet with ESRAG.
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