We are deeply honoured to share that Rise Foundation NGO has been recognized for its outstanding work in the areas of environment protection, urban foresting, Miyawaki afforestation, and waste management on 21st April 2025. The award was graciously presented by Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Shri Vinay Kumar Saxena, to Ms. Madhuri Varshney, Secretary ofContinue reading “NBT Honours Rise Foundation for Environmental Excellence”
Category Archives: Environment
Heatwave Exodus: Delhi-NCR’s Escape to the Hills Is a Warning, Not a Solution
As North India grapples with extreme heatwaves, the residents of Delhi NCR are desperately heading to the hills for a breath of relief. But the very act of fleeing is silently making the problem worse. The recent news from Almora and Haldwani paints a worrying picture — a 92 km stretch now takes 8 hours,Continue reading “Heatwave Exodus: Delhi-NCR’s Escape to the Hills Is a Warning, Not a Solution”
Empowering Young Minds Against Plastic Pollution!
This week, in collaboration with WWF India, we had the privilege of conducting workshops at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Gurugram and Ghaziabad to address the critical issue of plastic pollution and its impact on our environment. Together, we explored:🔹 The devastating effects of plastic waste on our ecosystems,🔹 The urgent need to reduce single-use plastics,Continue reading “Empowering Young Minds Against Plastic Pollution!”
𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬: 𝟏𝟎-𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡-𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐢 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐕𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞, 𝐒𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐚
A forest in the making—just 10 months ago, this land was bare. Today, it’s a thriving green ecosystem! 🌿🌼 At 𝐕𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞, 𝐒𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐚 (𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐚), our Miyawaki plantation is a testament to how nature flourishes when given the right care. This dense, fast-growing forest is not just about trees—it’s about 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝Continue reading ” 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬: 𝟏𝟎-𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡-𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐢 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐕𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞, 𝐒𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐚”
Citizens Take Charge: Clean Air Through Miyawaki Afforestation in Delhi NCR
When the Government Falls Short, Citizens Take Charge! Air pollution in Delhi NCR has reached alarming levels, affecting millions of lives daily. Despite policies and promises, the pace of afforestation and environmental restoration by the government has been insufficient. But when authorities fail, citizens must take the lead! In a powerful step towards clean airContinue reading “Citizens Take Charge: Clean Air Through Miyawaki Afforestation in Delhi NCR”
10 Fascinating Facts About Bamboo: The Superplant of the Future
Bamboo is one of nature’s most versatile and extraordinary plants. Often mistaken for a tree, this fast-growing grass has been a cornerstone of cultures, ecosystems, and industries for centuries. Here’s why bamboo deserves a spotlight in your eco-conscious lifestyle: 1. Bamboo is the Fastest-Growing Plant on Earth Some bamboo species can grow up to 35 inchesContinue reading “10 Fascinating Facts About Bamboo: The Superplant of the Future “
5 Ways Bamboo Helps Combat Climate Change
Bamboo, often referred to as a “wonder plant,” offers remarkable potential in addressing climate change due to its rapid growth and versatility. Here’s how bamboo can contribute to a greener planet: By integrating bamboo into climate action strategies, we can harness its potential to restore ecosystems, reduce carbon emissions, and promote sustainable livelihoods worldwide. जलवायुContinue reading “5 Ways Bamboo Helps Combat Climate Change”
50 Miyawaki Afforestation Projects Completed by Rise Foundation!
In the face of climate challenges, restoring ecosystems is more critical than ever. At Rise Foundation, we are proud to announce the completion of 50 Miyawaki Afforestation projects across various parts of India, planting over 40,000 native trees that are paving the way for a greener, more resilient future. The Miyawaki method, known for itsContinue reading “50 Miyawaki Afforestation Projects Completed by Rise Foundation!”
How to keep safe newly plantation in winter of Delhi/ North India?
🌱 Protecting New Plantations During Delhi’s Winter ❄️ An insightful discussion with Mr. Madhukar Varshney, Founder of Rise Foundation, and Mr. Inderjeet Singh, exploring practical ways to ensure the safety and survival of newly planted saplings in Miyawaki Afforestation during Delhi’s chilly winters. Here’s what they shared: 🌿 Key Recommendations: 1️⃣ Mulching: Applying organic mulchContinue reading “How to keep safe newly plantation in winter of Delhi/ North India?”
𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐯𝐬. 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬!
Simple , yet powerful steps for sustainable Living.🚴♂️ 🚴♀️ While strolling down the street, I struck up an interesting conversation with someone about electric bikes (e-bikes) versus petrol bikes for local commutes. Here’s what we realized together: 🌱 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞: Zero tailpipe emissions, reduced carbon footprint, and less noise pollution. A clear win for theContinue reading “𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐯𝐬. 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬!”
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