In this month’s newsletter, we dwell on dreams for India’s cities – including Hunnarshala Foundation’s effort to transform urban public spaces through resilient street vending ecosystems in Bhuj, how Low-Emission Zones can tackle air pollution in cities, and learnings from an urban resilience convening by Earth Exponential. We also feature an extraordinary mural by the Senyensen Collective, part of an initiative by the St+art India Foundation in Coimbatore, and a visual reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings.
As we navigate through June, with World Oceans Day, our gaze turns to the lifeblood of our planet – the vast, mesmerising expanse of our oceans. From the kaleidoscopic splendour of coral reefs sheltering countless marine species, to the essential services offered by fishing communities, we delve into the intricate relationships that sustain our marine environments. These relationships are vital for marine ecosystems and crucial for resilience – of human livelihoods and cultures around the world. We illuminate innovative nature-based solutions paving the way for a symbiotic future with our oceans – harnessing nature’s innate wisdom to mitigate climate change, protect coastal realms, and rejuvenate marine biodiversity.