Speakers
You do not need to be told climate change is real. You already feel the impact, the consequence, in your daily life.
But as an average citizen, what can you do?
This panel discusses decades of measurable, on-ground impact: over 400 microforests restored across India using the Miyawaki technique, living Green Walls for industrial parks, and Nature Labs that put children in direct contact with the natural world. The conversation will open to audience questions.
This session is not a lecture. It is a Call-To-Action.
Speakers
M R Hari
M R Hari is an ecological restorer, digital media pioneer, and cultural archivist whose work bridges technology, environmental restoration, and heritage preservation. A leading advocate of the Miyawaki method in India, he has guided the creation of over 300 microforests across the country while also shaping India’s early digital media landscape through interactive storytelling, cultural documentation, and educational initiatives. Through his work with AGES, Invis, and various environmental and cultural institutions, Hari continues to champion community-led ecological restoration and the preservation of local knowledge systems.
Karthika Sreekumar
Karthika Sreekumar is an eco-restoration consultant and social design researcher working at the intersection of urban ecology, community engagement, and sustainable development. With a Master’s in Social Design from NABA, Milan, her work focuses on afforestation, urban forestry, and Miyawaki-based ecological restoration. She has worked with organizations including the UNCCD and AGES, contributing to international initiatives on land restoration, sustainable urban ecosystems, and environmental education. Karthika’s practice combines design, research, and on-ground implementation to create participatory approaches to restoring green spaces within cities and communities.
R Darshan Jain
Darshan Rajendrakumar is the Director of Projects at the Agriculture and Ecosystem Management Group (AGES), where he leads eco-restoration and afforestation initiatives. With over 33 years of experience across the corporate sector and entrepreneurship, he brings together strategic planning, project management, and environmental advocacy.
An engineer with a background in Instrumentation and Marketing Management, Darshan has played a key role in developing over 100 Miyawaki mini forests across Kerala and Karnataka, helping restore biodiversity and strengthen climate resilience. A certified marathon coach, he approaches environmental work with a strong commitment to discipline, community engagement, and long-term ecological impact.
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