Anirudh Gupta in Delhi begins his day with yoga—an apt metaphor for the balance he seeks in his professional life. As the founder of CLIMES, he helps companies navigate the complex terrain of climate finance, guiding them toward net-zero goals through verified carbon offset projects. His journey from aviation to sustainability reflects a growing trend among Indian professionals who are choosing green jobs not just as careers, but as a way of life. These roles aim to protect the environment while building a resilient economy, and India is projected to have 35 million such jobs by 2050.
From Classrooms to Carnivals: Building a Green Ecosystem
In Bengaluru, Professor Harini Nagendra prepares students at the Azim Premji University’s School of Sustainability to tackle climate challenges with both scientific rigor and social empathy. Nearby, nature educators John and Chetana Purushotham engage children in immersive outdoor learning through their initiative, “Spiders and the Sea.” Their work emphasizes slow but meaningful shifts in perspective and has reached over a 1,000 young minds across India. By expanding into nature walks and long-term school partnerships, it’s become a career model that is both financially viable and impactful.
The momentum culminates in the Sustainability Mafia’s “Climate Carnival,” where entrepreneurs, investors, and corporates gather to showcase innovations—from biofertilizers to sustainable cooling technologies. The event shows that green jobs are no longer niche—they’re essential. As India transitions to a greener economy, the focus must shift to measurable action and skill development. Only then can green jobs evolve from passion projects into robust career paths that support both the planet and its people.
This video summary was created by AI from the original DW script. It was edited by a journalist before publication.