Abhiir is a youth environmentalist and sustainability consultant. Presently a Sophomore at Ashoka University, he is pursuing a degree in Political Science and International Relations. Working in the field of environmental conservation and protection since over 8 years, some of Abhiir's key projects have included working at the International and National level with organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, Delhi Metro Railway Corporation, WWF and CSE. Currently the Director - Operations and Community Engagement at Care for Air, an established non-profit in India, he has a keen interest and experience in environmental issues pertaining to air pollution and waste segregation. He's also working with Youth Connect as the Preisdent of the Executive Council.
“I once thought the environment was boring. In primary school, I would be found absentmindedly doodling or scarcely paying attention during environmental awareness classes. This is the story of my growth from being the stereotypical bored, ignorant, environmental averse child to being the founder and coordinator of an environmental campaign. In Grade 7, I was…
“I once thought the environment was boring. In primary school, I would be found absentmindedly doodling or scarcely paying attention during environmental awareness classes. In other words, this is the story of my growth from being the stereotypical ignorant, environmental averse child to being the founder of an environmental campaign. It is my quest for…