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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T123000
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Environment Day with us through this in-person quiz with the quiz master Berty Ashley! It is open for all age groups\, so join us for an exciting Sunday full of fun and learning!
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/world-environment-day-quiz/
LOCATION:Underline Centre\, 3rd Floor\, above Blue Tokai\, #24 3rd A Cross\, 1st Main Rd\, Indiranagar\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka\, 560071\, India
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241213T104024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T083852Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of 'Nilgiris - a Shared Wilderness'
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to a screening of the recent documentary “Nilgiris – A Shared Wilderness”. The birthplace of sacred rivers\, the land of thundering waterfalls and deep gorges\, and home to the guardians of our climate\, India’s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve— the Nilgiris—encompasses the country’s largest network of protected areas. Registration Link \nNilgiris: A Shared Wilderness – delves into the intersection where wildlife and humans come face to face\, shedding light on the delicate balance that has sustained this extraordinary landscape for ages. Featuring stunning 4K footage captured with advanced camera technology the film showcases the stories of remarkable wildlife — the elusive leopards and their playful cubs\, the gaur peacefully navigating tea plantations\, and the hornbills hunting for migratory dragonflies — all adapting to an ever-changing landscape. At its core\, this is a story of hope\, fragility\, and interconnected futures. As the Nilgiris continues to hold secrets within its folds\, one question remains: Can we preserve this magical yet imperfect wild habitat for future generations? \nREGISTER NOW to watch this tale of a wilderness like no other\, where humans and wildlife live within blurred boundaries. \nSandesh V. Kadur is a BAFTA Award-winning filmmaker\, National Geographic Fellow & Explorer\, and was recently named the second-ever Explorer Trustee of the National Geographic Society Board of Trustees. His groundbreaking documentaries have aired globally on networks like National Geographic\, BBC\, Netflix\, Apple\, Discovery Channel\, and Animal Planet.
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/12090/
LOCATION:Mount Carmel College Auditorium
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241213T104527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T072800Z
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SUMMARY:Field Ecology in India: Research execution to Science Communication
DESCRIPTION:Join this workshop on Field Ecology in India: Research execution to Science Communication  led by Dr Nishant Kumar of Ambedkar University. \nThe concept that all humans possess an inherent biophilia positions ecologists as vital facilitators in South Asia\, where they can engage with local communities rich in traditional knowledge. These communities are not only essential stakeholders in biodiversity conservation but also play a crucial role in promoting sustainable living practices. \nThis workshop will feature sessions designed to address contemporary challenges at the intersection of conservation and development\, with a particular focus on shared well-being. Participants will engage in handson activities\, including creating videos\, posters\, graphic designs\, or comics\, dedicated to various forms of science communication. These activities aim to reflect their commitment to effective outreach. The goal is to demonstrate how leveraging expertise and fostering collaboration with local communities can enhance public understanding of ecological principles and empower individuals to take meaningful action in preserving our planet’s biodiversity. \nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/field-ecology-in-india-research-execution-to-science-communication/
LOCATION:Mount Carmel College
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241222T082820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T073152Z
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SUMMARY:EcoREELS - the Climate Charche edition
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to EcoREELS – the Climate Charche edition from 10th to 13th January 2025; a film festival conceptualised and presented in collaboration with Kriti Film Club. \nThe film festival will be free to attend! \nSave the dates! \nStay tuned for more details of this thoughtful curation of films and insightful conversations on climate change\, environment and sustainable development.
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/ecoreels-the-climate-charche-edition/
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241215T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241213T102008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T103253Z
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SUMMARY:The Living Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Living Museum book imagines nature in cities as though it were a living museum\, showcasing diverse species in our environment. This publication was an outcome of the project ‘Know your Urban Wildlife’\, supported under BSF’s Small Grants Programme. The objective of the project was to make urban wildlife more accessible to the urban citizen. \nEnjoy the book at #blrlitfest as Chetana and Samule John of Spiders and the Sea get all the 8+ yr olds looking at the lovely creatures around them!
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/the-living-museum/
LOCATION:Hotel LaLiT Ashok Bengaluru
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241215T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241213T101549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T101643Z
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SUMMARY:I am (not) Here - Discovering Nature Around you
DESCRIPTION:‘There’s Nothing There! ‘ is a delightful picture book which foregrounds the rich biodiversity in a rapidly changing and dynamic\, peri-urban landscape. This bilingual publication was produced as part of the project Suttha Muttha supported under the BSF Small Grants Programme. The Suttha Muttha project took experiences and stories of local ecology and biodiversity back to school.  \nEnjoy the book at #BlrLitFest on 15 Dec 2024 as Karunya takes the little ones 4+ on a magical journey with a book reading and art activity.
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/12077/
LOCATION:Hotel LaLiT Ashok Bengaluru
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241128T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241118T144431Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series on Urban Ecology @ BSF-IIHS Library Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:BSF in collaboration with Mihir Kulkarni of the School of Environment and Sustainability IIHS\, and the IIHS Library Team is excited to invite you to a webinar series on Urban Ecology. These webinars have been specially curated to offer a range of diverse approaches and perspectives to the emerging field of Urban Ecology.  \nTraditionally\, ecologists have focused on ‘pristine’ environments with minimal human impact to study biodiversity. However\, with growing human population\, urban centres are rapidly expanding globally\, transforming natural landscapes and habitats\, and significantly altering biodiversity patterns. The urban environment now stands as a novel\, dynamic ecosystem\, with urbanisation recognised as a pivotal force shaping global biodiversity. The process of urbanisation also intertwines with social and economic factors\, creating complex interactions that demand our attention. Understanding urban ecological dynamics is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate biodiversity loss and promote nature conservation within cities\, ultimately contributing to improved sustainability. Urban ecology addresses these challenges by studying ecology in\, of\, and for the city.  \nThe first webinar in the series is on 28 Nov 2024 by Prof Nishant Kumar \nAre cities “The Room of Requirement” for opportunistic animals?  \nGlobally\, opportunistic taxa such as kites\, macaques\, street dogs\, and livestock have adapted to living alongside humans\, taking advantage of the ‘human niche’. While most humans occupy only 4% of Earth’s land in cities\, their activities impact over 70% of the global environment. This has created a complex web of human-animal interactions\, often characterised by tensions and conflicts. The speaker’s research in Delhi focuses on how these opportunistic scavengers exploit predictable food sources in urban areas\, such as garbage dumps and ritual feeding sites. This influences behaviour in both animals and humans along the urban gradient. Historically\, these interactions have provided benefits\, but can also lead to problems like property damage\, conflicts\, and disease transmission.Notably\, human-avian coexistence in South Asia represents a distinctive fusion of adopted Western infrastructure and unique Indian ethos. The webinar will look at why transdisciplinary research methodologies are indispensable for understanding and managing human-animal coexistence as we design more vibrant\, “animated” tropical cities. \nNishant Kumar is faculty at Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi\, and a DBT/Wellcome Trust UK India Alliance Fellow at Oxford University’s Biology Department (overseas host)\, where he completed his D.Phil. His team\, THINKPAWS\, studies resident and migratory commensals/wildlife in Delhi to understand human-animal interactions and zoonotic disease risks using a One Health approach. Nishant also promotes open science and innovative public engagement with science. He integrates natural and social sciences with humanities to address global challenges\, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration for human-animal coexistence. \nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/webinars-on-urban-ecology-bsf-iihs-library-exhibition/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:BSF event,Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241108T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241106T045902Z
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SUMMARY:What is in your city's air?
DESCRIPTION:Understanding air quality for community-based solutions \n\nAre you curious about what is polluting the #air in your city? \n\nThe Center for Study of Science\, Technology and Policy’s (CSTEP’s) Air Quality sector is collaborating with the Bengaluru Sustainability Forum (BSF) to organise a webinar on 8 November 2024\, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. IST. The webinar is a part of BSF’s Climate Charche Series and will focus on the fundamentals of air pollution.\n \nIntroduction: Despite rising public consciousness and government efforts to improve air quality\, many Indian cities continue to struggle in their efforts to ensure clean air for their citizens. This is largely due to a complex set of issues\, including the lack of reliable data\, insufficient technical expertise\, limited institutional capacity\, and sub-optimal citizen involvement.\n\nLearning: By participating in the webinar\, participants will gain an understanding of air pollution\, city-specific pollutants and sources\, the Air Quality Index (AQI)\, and government initiatives for managing air quality\, including those for Bengaluru.\n \nAudience:  The webinar invites participation from community members\, young researchers\, civil society groups\, students\, and professionals.\nDate: 8 November 2024\nTime: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. IST\nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/what-is-in-your-citys-air/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:BSF event,Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241108T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241028T184213Z
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UID:11763-1731081600-1731085200@www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org
SUMMARY:What's In Your City's Air - Understanding Air Quality for Community-based Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Cities in India are facing rising air pollution levels due to urbanization and increased economic activity\, posing a potential public health crisis. Despite growing awareness and government efforts\, many areas struggle with clean air due to issues like lack of reliable data\, insufficient expertise\, and limited citizen involvement. \nTo address these challenges\, BSF and CSTEP are hosting a webinar focused on air pollution basics and Bengaluru-specific issues\, aiming to foster dialogue between experts and citizens. The goal is to empower participants with knowledge to take actionable steps in their communities for cleaner air. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/whats-in-your-citys-air-understanding-air-quality-for-community-based-solutions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BSF event,Climate Charche,Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241003T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20241015T131031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T131031Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Ecology - a New Lens on Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to the Urban Ecology exhibition\, a collaboration with the IIHS Library and Mihir Kulkarni from the IIHS School of Environment and Sustainability.\nUnderstanding urban ecological dynamics is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate biodiversity loss and promote nature conservation within cities and for improved sustainability. However\, the process of urbanisation intertwines with social and economic factors\, creating complex interactions that demand our attention. Urban ecology addresses these challenges by studying ecology in\, of\, and for the city. Through a series of engaging activities focussed on India\, this quarter’s exhibition is curated to introduce a broader audience to this fascinating area of research. \nThe curated collection of books\, publications and research articles delves into the complex interactions between cities\, nature\, and the social factors that influence them. \nThe exhibition is free and open to all; walk in and enjoy the curation. Don’t miss the dedicated corner showcasing publications from our Small Grants Programme Projects! 
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/urban-ecology-a-new-lens-on-biodiversity/
LOCATION:IIHS Bangalore City Campus\, Sadashiva Nagar
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event,Partner Organisation Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240927T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20240918T125957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T125957Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Sustainability with Life Cycle Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Learn about life cycle assessment (LCA) and how it can be applied to assess an in-depth environmental impact of any product or good; thereby enabling informed decision-making and the development of effective sustainability and climate change strategies. \nOpen to mid-career researchers studying\, working\, or interested in the fields of sustainability\, circular economy\, and sustainable development.
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/navigating-sustainability-with-life-cycle-assessment/
LOCATION:IIHS Bangalore City Campus\, Sadashiva Nagar
CATEGORIES:BSF event,In-person Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20240809T133024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T133051Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Charche Lecture Series
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URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/climate-charche-lecture-series/
CATEGORIES:BSF event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240805T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240805T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T222712
CREATED:20240802T084748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T090017Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of Seed Stories
DESCRIPTION:The National Centre for Biological Sciences and Bengaluru Sustainability Forum are excited to invite you to the screening of “Seed Stories\,” a compelling documentary directed by Chitrangada Choudhury. So\, mark your calendars and head over to the National Centre for Biological Sciences on Monday\, Aug 5th evening for a screening of this 42 min documentary\, that will be followed by a discussion with an experienced set of panelists involved in research and practice on different aspects of agriculture in the country. \nKindly RSVP here\nFilm Synopsis: In a village in the Niyamgiri mountains of Odisha’s Eastern Ghats\, a heroic effort is underway: barefoot ecologist Dr. Debal Deb and his 3 member-team are conserving in-situ over 1000 endangered heirloom varieties of rice. Odisha’s Eastern Ghats region is one of the world’s surviving biodiversity hotspots\, with Adivasi (Indigenous) communities like the Kondhs possessing the knowledge of growing multiple crops with their folk seeds\, evolved over centuries. At the same time\, the village and the wider region is irreversibly changing with the coming of genetically modified cotton seeds and associated chemicals. ‘Seed Stories’ takes a worm’s eye view of how this is reshaping a geography and a people steeped in agro-ecological knowledge\, and altering their attitudes towards farming\, food and ecology. It invites audiences to reflect on the question\, ‘What is sustainability?’ \n42 minutes | Odiya\, Kui\, English with English subtitles  \nPanel Discussion: Following the film screening\, we will host a panel discussion\, “Agriculture for Sustainability and Food and Nutrition Security : Challenges and Solutions”\, with an experienced set of panelists involved in research and practice on different aspects of agriculture. With a focus on how to achieve sustainability and food and nutrition security\, the panel discussion will draw on the expertise of the panelists on addressing questions related to soil health\, biodiversity\, agroecology\, economics\, politics and international diplomacy of food security. It will also look at the role of different stakeholders – farmers\, scientists\, practitioners and the Government – to enable and support sustainable agriculture practices. \nPanelists: Chitrangada Choudhury – Director\, Seed Stories | Aniket Aga – Associate Director\, Seed Stories | Debal Deb – Basudha | PV Shivaprasad – NCBS | Usha VijayRaghavan – IISc (*TBC) | Sangita Sharma – Annadana Soil and Seed Savers. \nModerator : LS Shashidhara\, Director NCBS \nEvent Details: \nDate: Monday\, 5 August 2024  || Venue: LH1\, NCBS Bengaluru (Location on Google Maps) \nEvent Schedule: \n\nTea & Snacks: 4:15 – 4:45 PM\nIntroducing the Film: 4:45 PM\nFilm Screening: 5:00 – 5:45 PM\nPanel Discussion: 6:00 – 7:00 PM\n\nWe look forward to your presence and participation. \n*This event is a part of Bengaluru Sustainability Forum’s Climate Charche Open Series*
URL:https://www.bengalurusustainabilityforum.org/event/screening-of-seed-stories/
LOCATION:National Centre for Biological Sciences\, Bengaluru
CATEGORIES:BSF event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bengaluru Sustainability Forum":MAILTO:bsf@ncbs.res.in
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