The Largest Climate Volunteering Movement in India

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Climate Festival 2025 is one of the largest climate volunteering movements in India. The 3-month campaign, as part of World Earth Day 2025, focuses on climate action, environmental sustainability, and waste management.

This initiative by Captains Social Foundation is in collaboration with UNICEF YuWaah India and Good Deeds Day.

We aim to collaborate with individuals, organizations, institutions, corporates, and government departments to create shared opportunities for climate volunteering.

From March 1 to May 31, 2025 - we aim to collaboratively organise 100+ initiatives mobilsing around 10,000+ youth to take climate action in their community.

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Trash Hunt 3.0

The Largest Beach CleanUp Drive in Fort Kochi organized by Captains Social Foundation in collaboration with UNICEF India (YuWaah) and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. This unique event transforms a typical beach cleanup into a competitive and adventurous challenge, where volunteers work together to collect non-biodegradable waste, earning rewards for their efforts.

Are you interested to be a part of the climate volunteering movement?

We invite youth volunteers, social organisations and educational institutions to join the movement and organize climate action initiatives of their choice within their communities.

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Our Mission.

The festival is themed “Climate Volunteering”, with the goal of creating a large-scale movement of climate volunteers across Kerala. Our key objectives include:

  • Raising Awareness: Engaging communities to take action for environmental sustainability.
  • Youth Leadership: Educating and empowering young individuals to take leadership roles in climate action.
  • Community-Driven Initiatives: Encouraging sustainability and waste management practices at the grassroots level.
  • Stakeholder Mobilization: Bringing together individuals, organizations, institutions, corporations, and government agencies for collaborative climate efforts.
  • Celebrating Earth Day: Promoting responsible waste disposal, conservation efforts, and climate awareness through interactive and engaging activities.

Program Perks.

  • All volunteers will receive a Certificate of Volunteering from UNICEF and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
  • The volunteer coordinators who lead programs will receive a Certificate of Appreciation and a Good Deeds Day T-shirt as a token of recognition.
  • The top-performing organisation or institution will be honored as the Climate Champions of Kerala for their outstanding contribution to climate action.

Trash to Treasure: An E-Waste Collection & Awareness Drive

Trash to Treasure campaign with the support of Uraban Trash Waste Management is an exciting e-waste collection and awareness drive aimed at transforming discarded electronics into valuable resources while promoting responsible waste management.

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Suggested Activities for Climate Festival 2025

🌱 Environmental Conservation & Sustainability

  • Tree Plantation Drives – Plant trees in schools, colleges, parks, and public spaces.
  • Biodiversity Mapping – Identify and document local flora and fauna to raise awareness.
  • Seed Ball Making & Distribution – Create and distribute seed balls to enhance greenery.
  • Urban Gardening & Kitchen Gardens – Promote rooftop or balcony gardening for self-sustainability.
  • Native Plant Awareness Campaign – Educate communities about the importance of native plant species.

♻️ Waste Management & Recycling

  • Paper Bag Making & Distribution – Encourage alternatives to plastic bags.
  • Cloth Bag Campaign – Distribute cloth bags to reduce plastic usage.
  • E-Waste Collection Drive – Collect and recycle old electronic devices.
  • Plastic-Free School/College Initiatives – Encourage students to reduce plastic use on campus.
  • Trash to Treasure Workshop – Upcycle waste into useful products like décor and accessories.
  • Composting Workshops – Teach households and institutions how to compost organic waste.
  • Community Clean-Up Drives – Conduct cleanups in beaches, riversides, parks, and public places.
  • Zero-Waste Lifestyle Challenge – Encourage individuals to minimize waste for a week/month.
  • BottlesUp Campaign – Distribute reusable bottles to replace plastic ones.
  • Segregation & Recycling Awareness – Educate on proper waste segregation and recycling methods.

💧 Water Conservation & Protection

  • Rainwater Harvesting Awareness & Installation – Educate on water conservation techniques.
  • Lake/Pond Restoration Activities – Clean and restore local water bodies.
  • Water Audit in Schools & Colleges – Assess and reduce water wastage.
  • Water-Conscious Living Workshops – Teach simple ways to reduce daily water consumption.
  • Community Well & Water Source Protection – Prevent pollution of local drinking water sources.

🌞 Climate Awareness & Education

  • Climate Action Pledge Campaign – Encourage students and community members to commit to sustainable actions.
  • Eco-Friendly School/College Programs – Introduce environment-friendly practices in institutions.
  • Awareness Talks & Panel Discussions – Conduct expert-led sessions on climate issues.
  • Eco Film Screenings – Show documentaries and short films on climate change.
  • Climate Literacy Campaign – Educate students on the impact of climate change.
  • Sustainable Living Workshops – Promote practices like minimalism and conscious consumption.

🚴 Green Mobility & Sustainable Travel

  • Cycle to Work/School Campaign – Encourage cycling as an eco-friendly commuting option.
  • Carpool & Public Transport Awareness – Reduce carbon footprints by promoting shared transport.
  • E-Mobility Awareness – Educate about electric vehicles and renewable energy-powered transport.
  • Walkathons for Climate Action – Promote walking as a healthy and sustainable habit.

🌍 Community Engagement & Advocacy

  • Sustainability Clubs in Schools/Colleges – Establish student-led groups for continuous action.
  • Eco-Friendly Festivals & Events – Promote green practices in celebrations.
  • Petition for Sustainable Policies – Advocate for eco-friendly policies in local governance.
  • Energy Audit in Schools & Offices – Assess and improve energy efficiency.
  • Sustainable Menstruation Awareness – Promote reusable and eco-friendly menstrual products.

🎨 Creative Climate Action

  • Street Art & Murals for Climate Awareness – Create wall paintings conveying environmental messages.
  • Street Plays & Skits – Perform plays on climate issues in public places.
  • Eco-Friendly Craft Making – Use recycled materials to create artwork.
  • Photography & Storytelling on Climate Change – Capture environmental issues through creative media.
  • Poetry & Writing Competitions on Sustainability – Encourage youth to express climate concerns through writing.

🏕️ Special Initiatives & Events

  • Climate Hackathon – Encourage students to develop solutions for climate challenges.
  • Trash Hunt (Waste Collection Competition) – Organize a gamified waste clean-up.
  • Sustainable Fashion Show – Promote clothing made from recycled/upcycled materials.
  • Climate Camp – A leadership program for young climate action leaders.
  • Climate Ride – Coastal awareness cycle rides highlighting environmental concerns.