Meet Gillbert — a 3D-printed robot fish designed by Eleanor Mackintosh, a student at the University of Surrey. Shaped like a salmon and powered by innovation, Gillbert filters microplastics from polluted water while mimicking the movements of real fish. Open-source and ready for the world, this student-led creation is already swimming in UK lakes, proving that impactful solutions can start right in the classroom.
Tag: Environment
Prayagraj and Varanasi Score Full Marks in India’s National Clean Air Programme
Prayagraj and Varanasi have emerged as national leaders in environmental action, becoming the only two cities in India to receive full marks for their efforts to combat air pollution and improve air quality under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa NSS unit Commemorates Plantation Drive – “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0”
St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa commemorated the emotional and eco-conscious campaign “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0” from June 30 to July 7, 2025, planting 70 saplings across campus as NSS volunteers honoured their mothers through environmental stewardship.
Cardinal Ferrao Calls for Climate Justice and Ecological Conversion Ahead of COP30
Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrao, Archbishop of Goa and President of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, has made a passionate call for climate justice and ecological conversion, urging the global community to change not only policies but hearts.
🌿 “Biodiversity is Life. Biodiversity is Our Life.”
On May 22, the world marks the International Day for Biological Diversity — a vital reminder of how life in all its forms is interconnected. Under the 2024 theme, "Be Part of the Plan," we are called to take action in support of biodiversity, from protecting ecosystems to making everyday sustainable choices. Because preserving nature is preserving ourselves.