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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In this episode Everyday change makers theme of GET SET GREEN, we are joined by Thendral from Kamarkattu Ecostore.

Meet Thendral from Kamarakattu EcoStore, who started her journey as a corporate mom questioning what goes into her family's personal care products. After transitioning to a natural lifestyle, she realized how challenging it is to find affordable, sustainable options.

Her story highlights the struggle many face: wanting to be eco-conscious but held back by costs and convenience. With her mother’s help, they began creating natural products for their family, leading to the birth of Kamarakattu.

Thendral's journey reflects a broader truth: adopting sustainable practices doesn't have to be expensive or time-consuming. It starts with awareness and small, intentional choices.

We also explore how a toxin free and low waste lifestyle brand is being built around conscious consumption, natural alternatives, and everyday sustainable choices. From sourcing, packaging to customer habits and community impact, this conversation looks at what it really takes to make sustainable living practical and accessible.

What we discussed:

1. How Kamarkattu Ecostore started?

2. Why natural and native ingredients matter in everyday products?

3. Challenges in making sustainable products accessible.

4. Shifting consumer habits toward more conscious everyday choices.

Kamarkattu: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kamarkattu.ecostore/

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

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In this System Shapers episode of Get Set Green,

We sit down with Hardik Siroha, Assistant Environmental Engineer and Sub-Regional Officer at the Haryana State Pollution Control Board, to talk about what it really means to work at the front lines of environmental governance.

When we discuss climate action, we often think about global commitments or breakthrough technologies. But a major part of protecting our environment happens through institutions that monitor pollution, regulate industries, and enforce environmental laws every single day. Hardik shares a fascinating look into how these systems function in practice.

In our conversation, we explore:

1. What the day-to-day work of a pollution control board looks like and how industries are monitored ?
2. How environmental engineers translate policies and regulations into real-world action ?
3. The importance of environmental law in strengthening accountability and compliance.
4. The role of the National Green Tribunal in addressing environmental violations and shaping enforcement.
5. The challenges regulators face while balancing development and environmental protection.

What stood out to me during this conversation was how professionals within public institutions are quietly shaping the systems that protect our air, water, and ecosystems. Through his role as a Sub-Regional Officer, Hardik’s work shows how strong governance, technical expertise, and legal frameworks together drive meaningful environmental impact.

Tune in as we unpack how engineering, policy, and environmental law intersect to turn regulations into real change on the ground.

Hardik Siroha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hardik-siroha-2a9ba1153/?originalSubdomain=in

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

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In this Everyday Movement Makers episode:

In this episode, we sit down with Lazar Jankovic, the visionary who turned a personal plogging project into the grassroots Ek Din Ek Gully movement. His journey proves that individual impact doesn't require a permit just the willingness to pick up a broom and take ownership of the space you stand on.

We often wait for big policies or global summits to solve our environmental crises, but what happens when an individual decides to stop waiting?

Lazar shares how a simple walk through the streets of India sparked a grassroots revolution in cleanliness and civic responsibility. This conversation isn't about massive corporate shifts, it’s about the "sovereignty of the citizen" and how cleaning the space right outside your own door can transform the psyche of an entire city.

• The "One Street" Philosophy: Why focusing on your immediate surroundings is more effective than broad activism.

• Overcoming the Blame Game: Shifting the narrative from "What is the government doing?" to "What can I do today?"

• The Compound Effect of Consistency: How small, individual actions build collective civic sense over time.

  
  

  Lazar Jankovic: You can follow him @4cleanindia

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

  
  

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In this System Shapers episode of Get Set Green, speaking with Rwitika Bhattacharya, CEO of Swaniti Initiative — an organization empowering governments and lawmakers across South Asia to create data-driven, climate-resilient policies.

In a world where climate challenges are growing faster than our policies can catch up, we need leaders who can connect governance with ground realities.

Here’s how Swaniti is driving impact:

1. ​Works directly with governments and parliamentarians to embed sustainability into decision-making.
2. ​Uses data, research, and design to strengthen policy systems.
3. ​Focuses on climate adaptation, gender equity, and livelihood resilience.
4. ​Bridges the gap between grassroots realities and national policies.

Rwitika’s journey is a masterclass in how strong systems — led by visionary women — can turn sustainability from a goal into action.

Swaniti Initiative website: https://www.swaniti.com

Rwitika Bhattacharya linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwitwika-bhattacharya-8b08158

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

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In this episode on our first theme-

🌱 FoundHers — Women entrepreneurs reshaping sustainability of Get Set Green, with Nikita Baliarsingh, Co-founder and CIO of Nexus Power a women-led startup transforming agri-waste into the future of clean and bio degradable batteries.

Here’s how Nexus is making an impact:

• Converts crop residue into biodegradable, fast-charging batteries.

• Creates new income streams for farmers by sourcing agri-waste.

• Helps curb air pollution from stubble burning.

• Builds a sustainable alternative to lithium-ion batteries.

A story of innovation, resilience, and women leading the way toward a greener future. Tune in to know more..

Nikita Baliarsingh: https://in.linkedin.com/in/nikita-baliarsingh-10316a141

Nexus power website: https://www.nexuspower.in

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

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