In this episode under the Climate Catalysts theme of Get Set Green, we explore one of the most overlooked aspects of the clean energy transition what happens to batteries after they are used.

We are joined by Anupam Kumar, Founder & CEO of MiniMines, a climate tech startup working on lithium-ion battery recycling and resource recovery. As the world moves rapidly toward electric vehicles and renewable energy, managing battery waste is becoming a critical challenge for sustainability and climate action.

Anupam shares the journey of building Mini Mines and how their innovative Hybrid Hydrometallurgy (HHM) process is helping recover valuable materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel—turning waste into resources and supporting a circular economy.

This conversation also dives into the realities of scaling battery recycling in India, the role of policy frameworks like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and whether recycling can reduce our dependence on traditional mining.

From technology to regulation, this episode looks at how climate tech solutions are shaping the future of energy, mobility, and sustainable resource management.

What we discussed;

1. The journey of building Mini Mines and entering the battery recycling space.

2. How Hybrid Hydrometallurgy (HHM) works in lithium-ion battery recycling?

3. Challenges in scaling battery recycling and building supply chains for waste battery collection?

4. The role of policies and EPR regulations in India.

5. The future of EVs, battery waste, and circular economy solutions.

Guest- Anupam Kumar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anupamk121/

Minimines website: https://m-mines.com

Host – Pooja R V:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this episode of Everyday Changemakers theme of Get Set Green, we are joined by Soumyadip, a Kolkata-based plogger whose journey is a powerful reminder that sometimes life’s pauses can lead to new purpose.

There are moments that disrupt everything we’ve planned forcing us to slow down, step away, and start again. For Soumyadip, that moment meant leaving behind his startup and moving to Kolkata to recover and rebuild. But in that pause, he found something unexpected a new way to look at life, community, and the environment.

What began as a personal shift gradually turned into action. Through plogging, mindful routines, and consistent effort, Soumyadip started contributing to cleaner public spaces and inspiring those around him to do the same. His story reflects a deeper truth: sustainability doesn’t always start with big ideas it often begins in life’s quiet, uncertain moments.

This conversation explores resilience, perspective, and how small, intentional actions can create real impact. From navigating change to building purpose through everyday habits, it’s a reminder that even in difficult times, we can choose to create something meaningful for ourselves and for the world around us.

1. Soumyadip’s journey and life transition

2. How a personal setback led to a new perspective

3. Finding purpose through plogging and everyday action

4. Building consistency and inspiring community change

Soumyadip: (@pioneering_fellow)

Host Pooja R V:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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In this Climate Catalysts theme episode of GET SET GREEN, we are joined by Ishan Shanavas, founder of Ecoinspire and author of "The light of Wilder Things".

Meet Ishan, who is rethinking climate action and sustainability through storytelling and immersive environmental education. His journey began with a deep curiosity about nature and a realization that while awareness around climate change is growing, emotional connection to the environment is often missing.

Through his work, he highlights a key challenge in today’s climate space: people may understand sustainability, but that doesn’t always translate into action. By using stories, experiences, and education, Ishan is working to bridge this gap helping individuals and communities build a more meaningful relationship with nature.

This conversation explores how behavior change, storytelling, and climate education can act as powerful tools in driving long-term environmental impact. From classrooms to communities, we look at how shifting mindsets can make climate action more personal, accessible, and effective.

What we discussed:

1. How Ecoinspire started and the idea behind it?

2. Why storytelling is a powerful tool in climate change and sustainability

3. Limitations of traditional environmental education.

4. How behavior change can drive real climate action?

Ishan Shanavas: https://ishanshanavas.com

Pooja R V:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojarv/

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