Annamma Festival
Vedan implemented a Zero Waste system at the Annamma Devi Festival by recovering fruits, sugarcane, and flowers used for decorations. Over 6 tonnes of organic material was diverted from waste streams and sent to a goshala and composting, proving that large cultural festivals can be environmentally responsible.
Marriage
At a wedding attended by 1,500 guests, Vedan supported a last-minute shift to a Zero Waste celebration by replacing all single-use items with reusable cutlery bags and paper alternatives. The event was authenticated by marshals, showing how personal choices can create a ripple effect for sustainability.
Mehendi
Vedan implemented simple segregation systems at a small Mehendi function, ensuring food waste was composted and recyclables were recovered. The event demonstrated that even intimate celebrations can be conducted without generating waste.
Yelahanka PU College
The stark reality of life. Despite sustained efforts, the initiative could not be taken forward due to lack of institutional support from the college management. This experience reinforced a critical learning: meaningful Zero Waste implementation requires active ownership and commitment from the institution to translate effort into outcomes.
Newtown
The first school to receive the Zero Waste Logo from the MLA for their efforts in becoming and sustaining as a Zero Waste Campus
Ramagondanahalli
Our most recent Zero Waste Campus, where waste management is taught as a subject matter rather than just a secondary activity.
GHS Konapana Agrahara
This school in Electronic City has been the fastest transformation! Their enthusiasm for a better environment, motivates us all to do better!
TMC Moodubidire
A one-of-its-kind community! The town of Moodubidire have transformed themselves in terms of better waste management. Starting with the TMC office itself, to set an example of what can be done, before going to their constituents, they have paved the way for towns and cities to follow through.
GHPS Kattigenahalli
GHPS Kattigenahalli is the championing school for Zero Waste Campus. Their hard work has inspired multiple schools around them to go Zero Waste! The students understand waste as a responsibility, not a burden, laying the foundation for long-term behavioural change at household and community levels.
Cambridge Institute of Technology: The first of its kind!
At Cambridge Institute of Technology, Vedan worked closely with students, faculty, and the management to demonstrate how Zero Waste principles can be integrated into a large campus ecosystem. It was our testing ground and the initiative focused on awareness, source segregation, and institutional responsibility, positioning the campus as a living example of how educational institutions […]
