Purpose

Investing in grassroots initiatives for a just and thriving world.

Mission

Empowering 10,000 Climate Leaders in the Global South transforming 1 Billion lives.

Our Initiatives

Eco Champions

The programme is designed to empower grassroots leaders, non-profit founders, and rural entrepreneurs working at the intersection of sustainability and livelihoods. Through a tiered approach, we identify, equip, and support founders to scale their innovative solutions, creating a sustainable and resilient ecosystem for transformative action.

Greenovation Challenges

Greenovation Challenges identify, nurture, and pilot groundbreaking technologies, business models, and projects driving change in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and circularity. This nine-month challenge is a platform for bold ideas and global innovators to enter new markets, develop products, or refine prototypes for real-world use.

Know about our ongoing Greenovation Challenges

Trust based Grant

The Trust based Grant Program provides flexible, multi-year funding through a trust-based, participatory approach. We support CSOs, NGOs, and grassroots organizations with grants up to $10,000, enabling local climate solutions in sustainable agriculture, circularity, renewable energy, and economic transitions. Beyond funding, we offer skills, networks, and resources to drive long-term community impact.

Why EarthON?

Over 70% of climate funding flows to large organizations, with only 15% reaching emerging economies and Global South markets—regions that face some of the most severe climate challenges. Grassroots leaders, non-English-speaking innovators, and unconventional problem-solvers in these areas often lack the tools, resources, and networks needed to scale their impactful solutions.

EarthON bridges this gap by empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to implement transformative solutions at the intersection of climate and livelihoods. By investing directly in grassroots initiatives, we ensure that bold ideas from those closest to the problem can become scalable actions for a sustainable future.

The EarthON Foundation USA, a 501(c)(3) organization, is redefining climate funding by empowering climate leaders and early-stage entrepreneurs in vulnerable regions.

Board

Core Team

Coaches & Mentors

Past Events

Voice of Impact

Fred Walti
President & CEO, The Network for Global Innovation

 As President & CEO of The Network for Global Innovation, Fred connects entrepreneurs and investors to accelerate clean technology solutions, and played a key role in shaping the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator into a top-ranked global entity. Partnering with UNIDO, NGIN has expanded to 30+ members across 20 countries, driving sustainable growth and impactful alliances.

PV Suryakumar
Ex DMD, NABARD

With over three decades in development banking, PV Suryakumar has been a key contributor at NABARD since 1986. A seeker, problem solver, and team player, he has led diverse assignments in project appraisal, capacity building, livelihood and natural resource management, institutional development, and corporate policy advocacy.

Rustam Sengupta
Tuktu Care and Co-founder EarthON

Founder & CEO of Tuktu Care, Rustam is a serial entrepreneur focused on senior care tech, climate change, and renewable energy. He has worked with SDTC, UBC, and Johns Hopkins, serves on multiple boards, and mentors startups at Foresight Cleantech Accelerator.

Svati Bhogle
Mentor, TIDE and Former President of CLEAN network

Svati Bhogle mentors two social enterprises, TIDE and Sustaintech, supporting sustainable development through technology. TIDE bridges science and society with innovative solutions, while Sustaintech pioneers energy-efficient cookstoves in South India. She is also associated with the Clean Energy Access Network, promoting distributed renewable energy solutions.

Dr. Stellina Jolly
Associate Professor (SG), South Asian University, New Delhi (A University Established by SAARC Nations)

Associate Professor at South Asian University, Dr. Stellina Jolly specializes in international environmental law and conflict of laws. A Fulbright Scholar and IUCN member, she has authored books on climate refugees and private international law and consults for global organizations and government bodies.

Vinay Jaju
Executive Director, SwitchON Foundation

Co-founder of SwitchON Foundation, ONergy Solar, ONganic Foods, and ONSkills, Vinay Jaju leads impactful projects with global organizations and government bodies. A TEDx speaker and mentor, he is part of expert panels at Johns Hopkins University and BIS.

Prof Chandradeep Mitra
Founder, PipalMajik

With over 20 years of experience in Marketing, Branding, Communications, and Media, I transitioned in 2009 to become a facilitator and mentor for students and entrepreneurs. I coach leaders, mentor entrepreneurial organizations, and teach marketing at top Indian business schools like IIM Calcutta and XLRI. Through my consultancies, PipalMajik & Meta4Sight, I provide strategic advice on strategy, marketing, branding, and innovation. I am actively involved in entrepreneurship development, particularly in social entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability, and serve on several industry and academic boards.

Pauline Laravoire
Techno India Group

Pauline Laravoire, originally from Paris, has lived in Kolkata for several years now. She holds a master’s degree in Sustainability and Social Innovation from HEC Paris and has expertise in strategy consulting, social entrepreneurship, impact assessment, and community building. As Sustainability Director at Techno India Group, she co-founded Y-East, an SDG-focused venture in Eastern India. Pauline is passionate about building sustainability-driven communities through Y-East, Youth for Sustainability India Alliance, and #LearningPlanet. In her free time, she enjoys walking, singing, yoga, and is learning Bangla.

Pulkit Jain
Managing Director, Your Digitial Boat

An engineer turned marketer and entrepreneur, I run “Your Digital Boat,” a digital marketing agency. Passionate about online marketing and digitalization, I’ve worked with 50+ brands, including Vespa, SPJIMR Mumbai, and GD Goenka School. I was awarded “Best School Digital Marketing Company” at the World Education Conclave 2019 and named one of the Top 10 Leaders in Ad Agencies by CEO Insights Magazine in 2023. I specialize in social media content creation, audience engagement, business branding, and community management, and enjoy providing consultancy to brands on marketing challenges.

Tarun Kalra
Founder, Design Mantras

Tarun Kalra is an accomplished entrepreneur, designer, and strategist with nearly three decades of experience spanning web design, IT consulting, media, and social impact. As the founder of Design Mantras, he has led innovative projects for global clients, specializing in custom websites and digital solutions.

Previously, Tarun held leadership roles at Zee Telefilms Limited (Zee TV) and IMPL (India TV), where he managed on-air graphics development and oversaw major live broadcasts. He also served as COO of Boond Engineering, delivering energy access solutions for rural communities in India, and worked at Xansa, leading IT consulting projects focused on e-learning and multimedia development. His expertise blends creativity, technology, and strategic leadership across diverse domains.