BRICS Solution Awards

Carbon Catalyst: Empowering Net Zero Transitions

Problem and implemented solution

Problem: Climate change poses an unprecedented threat to our planet, yet there's a significant lack of awareness and integration of sustainable practices, particularly in carbon trading. As a startup with a small team, scaling our impact and educating more people are significant challenges. Integration and collaboration with partners, government bodies, and communities are essential, yet difficult to achieve on a larger scale. Solution: We act as a catalyst for climate adaptation by providing specialized consulting services that educate, empower, and raise awareness about sustainable practices, with a focus on carbon trading. By leveraging partnerships, like our collaboration with the Nagaland government, we aim to shift communities toward a Net Zero future. We work closely with government bodies, semi-government organizations, and corporations to advocate for and implement carbon trading solutions. Despite our small team, we maximize our impact by tapping into research and local expertise, thereby scaling our influence across regions.

India
Nomination

Climate And Environmental Technologies

Topic

Climate adaptation solutions

Estimated duration of implementation

Our projects are designed for a 2-year implementation cycle, which includes the phases of research, training, awareness programs, and the execution of carbon trading mechanisms.

Implementation geography

We currently focus on regions with significant potential for carbon offset initiatives: • Nagaland: Collaborating with the state government on community-based awareness and carbon trading solutions. • Uttar Pradesh: Targeting agricultural and Forest areas for sustainable practices and carbon reduction strategies. To achieve net zero, we must work together across all sectors of society. Carbon Catalyst serves as a platform for this collaboration.

Description of competitive advantages

• Government Alliances: We have secured strong relationships with several state governments, giving us an edge in executing large-scale carbon solutions. • Holistic Approach: We blend policy advocacy, education, and practical implementation, offering a comprehensive solution unlike any other in the market. • Adaptive Methodology: Our consulting approach is tailored to each region's specific needs and challenges, ensuring relevance and effectiveness. • Tech-Enabled Scaling: Despite our small team, our innovative use of technology allows us to impact a large audience efficiently with help of our partners. • Cross-Sector Expertise: Our team's diverse background enables us to bridge gaps between government policy, corporate action, and community engagement. • Comprehensive Approach: We offer a full spectrum of services, from education and awareness to implementation and support, positioning us as a one-stop solution for climate adaptation.

List of awards and prizes, media articles about the organization/individual or the Practice

• BRICS Incubator Award (2023) • Press Coverage: Featured in various local and national media outlets highlighting our partnerships and initiatives. Few press links for reference:

List of scientific works and IP connected with the Practice

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Contacts

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