Earth5R’s Air Quality Improvement Framework through Citizen-Led Monitoring and Action

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of the 21st century, affecting millions of people worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 99% of the global population breathes air that exceeds recommended pollution limits, leading to severe health consequences such as respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disorders, and premature deaths. Despite regulatory efforts, […]

Waste Management in India: Challenges, Innovations, and Earth5R Case Studies

India faces a mounting waste management crisis that threatens not only the environment but also public health and economic stability. As one of the most populous countries in the world, India generates approximately 62 million tonnes of waste annually, of which only about 75–80% is collected, and less than 30% is treated or recycled.  The […]

Local Voices: Tracking Sustainability Progress

In the latest episode of Earth 5R’s Sustainable Futures podcast series, Alexandra Hiniker, Director of the Sustainability Initiative at Carnegie Mellon University, joins Saurabh Gupta to discuss her extensive career in sustainability. Alexandra, who pioneered the concept of Voluntary Local Reviews (VLR), shares insights on local-global collaborations for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reflects […]