Aarush is a student at GG International School in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and part of PGC Team Action for World. His interests span space exploration, climate action, and the intersection of technology and mathematics. Aarush co-led Cosmox Blogs to uplift science communication and innovation. He represents his team’s collective vision for a sustainable future, grounded in curiosity, collaboration, and impact.
Climate Action Project: Carbon Conversations & Community Action Toolkit
The Carbon Conversations & Community Action Toolkit is a youth-led initiative based in Pune, India, designed to bridge the gap between climate awareness and policy engagement. Focused on demystifying carbon pricing mechanisms like Carbon Fee and Dividend, the project equips students with accessible tools to understand and advocate for climate solutions.
The toolkit — featuring simplified explainers, infographics, videos, discussion guides, and policy postcard templates — will support Carbon Conversation Circles in at least three local schools. More than 150 students, guided by trained youth facilitators, will participate in structured discussions and send personalized postcards to local representatives.
By turning abstract policy into tangible action, the project fosters grassroots political will and cultivates a generation of climate-literate leaders ready to shape a sustainable future.
Watch Aarush’s CAP Presentation
