{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Sustainably Curious","title":"Climate Action, From Home to City | Navdha Malhotra","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3064,"description":"In this episode of Sustainably Curious, Dhanashree and I engage with Navdha Malhotra to discuss her experience in the climate space, focusing on pollution, community engagement, and personal sustainable habits. We explore the challenges of climate campaigning, particularly in Delhi, and share insights on how individuals can contribute to sustainability. The conversation also delves into the Museum of Material Memory, a project aimed at preserving personal histories through objects, and the therapeutic benefits of creative expression through clay.Takeaways- Navdha has been working in the climate space since 2013.- Air pollution is often viewed as a health crisis rather than a climate issue.- Community engagement is essential for driving change in pollution awareness.- Individual actions, while important, need to be supported by systemic changes.- The culture of recycling is deeply rooted in Indian society.- Personal habits can significantly impact environmental sustainability.- The Museum of Material Memory aims to document personal histories through objects.- Creativity and hands-on activities can provide therapeutic benefits.- Engaging with local governance can lead to meaningful change.- Awareness and education are key to fostering a culture of sustainability.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sustainably Curious and Guests03:37 Backgrounds of the Guests and Their Climate Journey06:11 Campaigns and Lessons Learned in Climate Action11:08 Challenges in Addressing Air Pollution18:17 Personal Philosophy and Sustainable Living Practices31:26 Engaging with Government for Sustainable Solutions34:36 Museum of Material Memory: A Cultural Initiative40:11 The Power of Personal Objects in Storytelling44:29 Finding Optimism in Everyday Actions48:25 The Impact of Pets on Daily Routines53:10 Reflections on Minimalism and Life Lessons","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/uYzCgK1b9JL-QkbfIKS3UgbsuxgxnlI7FMRdoS2b2R8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lMmUy/ODUyMjVjMzYwMzY4/MDNmODIxNGYxNWZk/NDIzOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}