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 2.0
Carbon Conversations 2.0 is a youth‑led ecosystem transforming climate education into hands‑on, school‑based action. What began as a digital toolkit has evolved into a multi‑school Hub model that blends accessible climate learning with low‑cost, student‑built technology. Through a custom web platform, locally powered AI tools, and regenerative materials like seed‑paper kits and recycled‑plastic products, the initiative helps schools replace traditional waste streams with circular alternatives. Youth facilitators lead Carbon Conversation Circles, support peer learning, and guide schools in adopting sustainable practices. Now active across multiple cities and schools, the project demonstrates how open‑source tools and student leadership can build lasting climate infrastructure. Carbon Conversations 2.0 equips young people with the skills, systems, and community needed to turn climate awareness into sustained, collective action.
Watch Aarush’s CAP Presentation
