The Basantar Eco club at SPPND GDC Samba is a student-led organisation dedicated
to promote Environmental Awareness,sustainability and conservation within the College
campus and in the community. It is a forum through which students can reach out
to influence, engage their parents and neighbourhood communities to promote sound
environmental behaviour.
Objectives
The Basantar Eco Club aims to:
- Raise awareness among students, staff, and the local community about environmental
issues and their impact.
- Promote sustainable practices and encourage eco-friendly behaviour within campus.
- Promote ethos of conservation of water by optimising the use of water.
- Motivate students to imbibe habits and lifestyle for minimum waste generation, source
separation of waste and disposing the waste to the nearest storage points.
- Collaborate with other organizations and institutions to implement sustainable initiatives.
Activities
- Awareness Campaigns: Organize workshops, seminars, and guest lectures
on environmental topics. Conduct awareness drives to educate the college community
about sustainable practices. Collaborate with academic departments for environmental
projects and research.
b) Conservation Initiatives: Action based activities like tree
plantation and cleanliness drives both within and outside the College campus. Encourage
recycling and waste reduction on campus.Advocate for energy conservation and promote
the use of renewable energy sources.
- Sustainable Events: Promote eco-friendly practices in college events
and festivals.Organize sustainable fashion shows, upcycling competitions, or eco-friendly
art exhibitions.Collaborate with the college canteen to promote sustainable food
choices.
b) Community Engagement: Collaborate with local environmental organizations
and community groups. Organize outreach programs and environmental awareness campaigns
in the local community. Participate in regional and national environmental initiatives.
Dr.Harjeet Kour Sodhi(Convener) Contact no.9419111468
Dr.Sushma Sharma (Co-Convener) Contact no.6006935060