Akumtoshi, co-founder of Sutsung Enterprise, holds a PhD in Riparian Ecology and specializes in sustainable solutions. He’s a Fellow of Faith For Our Planet and Duke University. He has worked with the National Innovation Foundation, government, and NGOs on community development

Anjali is the founder of ‘Sunheri Mitti,’ a platform dedicated to promoting soil health and sustainable practices. As a development professional and researcher, she conducts workshops on sustainability, co-authored a book on mindful consumption, and has worked on impactful projects like the ‘Internet Saathi Initiative’ and Clean Cooking project.

Anu Khandelwal, Co-Founder and CEO of Newcycl, created Rawbin, India’s first affordable smart home composter, revolutionizing food waste management.

Anup, Founder and CEO of Bharat Ingenuity Foundation, focuses on waste segregation and livelihood creation through recycling in Northeast India.

Arsh Shrikant Chavan, Co-Founder of Biofound Biotech, develops sustainable biotech solutions transforming agricultural waste into bioethanol and natural vanillin.

Deepa is the Co-founder of Sustera Foundation, bringing extensive experience in waste management, and sustainable mobility. She has developed a mobile eco-friendly grocery shop.

Dr. Sowmini Sunkara, PhD in Biotechnology, has 15+ years of experience in agri-tech, specializing in genetic engineering, FPOs, and rural livelihoods. She combines scientific innovation with business acumen to create sustainable agri-solutions.

Gembali Goutham, CEO of Nature Farmeasy Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd., is an innovator with an MSc in Data Science from GITAM University. With 5 years as an R&D Engineer at Wassan, he develops sustainable farm tools and e-vehicle solutions, driving innovation in agriculture and eco-friendly technology.

Kiran Kamireddy, founder of Kamireddy Agro Foods,focuses on agricultural by-product utilization to boost farmers’ income and reduce environmental impact.

Loknath Mahato, hailing from a farming background, advances the pulses value chain, aiding farmers with agri-tech access and market integration in the remote areas of Jharkhand

Md. Arif, a passionate beekeeper since 2022, advocates sustainable beekeeping, regenerative agriculture, and residue-free farming, while marketing honey under his brand in Kolkata and Bengal outlets.

Minushri is the Co-founder & Director at Think Raw, hailing from Kalahandi. She had quit her job in 2015 to integrate the rural population of their native Odisha with solar power technologies

Neelima, a 2022 M.Phil graduate in Environmental Policy from the University of Cambridge, holds a post-graduation in Forestry Management. She has worked with the Government of Odisha and was the only Odia in the 2019 Climate Force Arctic Expedition.

Nitisha, a gender justice advocate with 10 years in the development sector, recently graduated from Atlas Corps & Banyan Impact Fellowship.

Pahal is an entrepreneur with 5+ years of experience in financial management and marketing. With a science background, Pahal is the Founder of Green Gum, which transforms waste into sustainable agri-inputs to enhance soil health, water retention, and productivity.

Parashram Akhare, founder of Krushi Sarathi, is an electrical engineer with expertise in climate-resilient agriculture and the startup ecosystem, winning the Best Agricultural Startup Award in Maharashtra (2022).

Saji Varghese, a grassroots innovator, created Sunbird Straws, empowering women and children while driving social and environmental change

Sanjana is a strategic thinker and problem solver with diverse experience in corporate, social, and professional sectors. As a corporate lawyer and co-founder of EcoDhaga, I focus on sustainability and technology-driven solutions, while promoting social empathy and positive change.

In 2017, Sasikumar established Agnicart, focused on manufacturing farm equipment powered by animal traction. Through Agnicart, he aims to bridge technology and traditional farming practices.

Sudip, a Young Innovator Award winner (UILA 2022) and science enthusiast, is the visionary behind Bioron Solutions. He develops innovative, tech-driven solutions that transform waste—plastic, agricultural, industrial, and more—into sustainable building materials, fostering eco-friendly construction and a circular economy

Utsow, founder of TIEEDI, leads climate action projects in Darjeeling focusing on Zero Waste, Responsible Tourism, and Education.