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‘Prakriti’, the Environment Society of Lady Shri Ram College invites applications for the first Lady Shri Ram Model Conference of the Parties (LSR MCOP) to be held on 26th March 2011 during its environment festival, ‘Prakriti Week’ (21st-26th March 2011). http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157058624348045#!/event.php?eid=157058624348045¬if_t=event_wall#wall_posts• Applications are open for the following positions:1. Govern...ment Delegates for the Ad Hoc Working Group on Long-term Cooperative Action (AWG-LCA)
Agenda: ‘Sustainable Development through Adaptation to and Mitigation of Climate Change’
2. Media Delegates (choose one of the three positions):
a) Chief Editor (1)
b) Reporter (3)
c) Photographer (1)
3. NGO Delegates (4)
For whichever delegate position you are applying, please write 250 words on why you want to be a part of LSR MCOP, and what makes you a suitable candidate for the position you are applying for (if you are applying to be a Media Delegate please include relevant samples of your work).
Additionally, please mention previous debating and/or MUN experience. Please note however that we will welcome those with no prior experience as well.
Send in the above (on or before 13th March 2011) to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com along with the following details:
Name, College, Course, Year, Email Address, Phone Number, and Top Three Country Preferences* (in case you are applying to be a Government Delegate)
*Countries:
China, Maldives, Australia, Russia, United Kingdom, Bolivia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Nigeria, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Mexico, Indonesia, United States of America, Brazil, South Africa, Haiti, India, Afghanistan, Japan, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Congo, France, Turkey, South Korea, Malaysia, Iran, and Norway.
• Applications are also open for the Executive Board of the (AWG-LCA). It is mandatory for applicants to have had prior Executive Board experience. Knowledge about UNFCCC and Conference of the Parties is also a must. Positions are:
a) Chair
b) Vice- Chair
For whichever Executive Board position you are applying, please write 250 words on why you want to be a part of LSR MCOP, and what makes you a suitable candidate for the position you are applying for.
Please also mention previous debating and/or MUN experience.
Send in the above (on or before 13th March 2011) to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com along with the following details:
Name, College, Course, Year, Email Address, Phone Number
Prizes:
Best Delegate: Rs. 2,000
High Commendation: Rs. 1,000
Special Mention: Rs. 500
Queries, if any, may be addressed to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com.
The global concern over the rising oil demand and the subsequent rise in its price, the ubiquitous economic recession leading to economic imbalance were some of the topics of discussion at the Delhi International Renewable Energy Conference (DIREC). It was a three day conference (27th-29th October, 2010) held at India Expo Mart, greater noida. The conference witnessed global environmentalists deliberating on the exploitation of renewable energy to combat the existing energy crisis all over the world.The honourable Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh gave the inaugural speech. His speech was followed by a panel discussion which involved environmentalists from India and abroad. The main agenda of the conference was energy security, universal access to energy and eradication of poverty. Energy plays a significant role in accelerating economic, social, industrial and infrastructural growth. The issue of depleting non renewable energy resources has induced man to find alternatives to sustain life on earth. About 1.42 billion people have no access to electricity. The International Agency for Renewable Energy is striving to reach the target of making energy universally accessible by 2030. Sweden has proven to be a perfect example of “green economy” because of its increased use of renewable energy which has also resulted in increase in its GDP to 44%. The small renewable energy village drew appreciation from everyone because of its simplistic grandeur. From solar cookers, solar water heaters, solar stoves to biogas plant, it presented a perfect example of a clean, green and eco-friendly future. It was meant not only for appreciation but for its efficient utilization to reduce the growing pressure on renewable energy. The makings of eco-friendly chullahs, assembling solar lanterns are examples of some of the small scale industries providing employment to rural women. This gives an insight into the scope of employment generation brought about by the exploitation of the renewable energy resources. The conference was illuminating as it brought some serious environmental issues to the forefront. It was a great experience and rather an exciting process of edification. The pondering period is over and we need to resort to strict measures to abort energy crisis.
On 28th September 2010 two members from the Prakriti team visited Sulabh. The NGO is very eco friendly and has adopted some very nature friendly practices for there day to day functions like- waste management, waste water treatment and Bio gas plants. The pictures given below are of the rechargeable toilet pits- a design that is cost efficient and eco friendly. The following picture shows the treated waste water stored in bottles that can be used for irrigation. The NGO also has a bio-gas plant which provides the needed energy for lightening and cooking purposes.
 Prakriti or the environment society is the platform through which students enlighten themselves and others about the importance of environmental issues and sustainable development. Every fresher enters the vast arena of extracurricular activities of LSR by first planting a sapling on their orientation day organized by our society. We hope to initiate freshness, new life into the college, by entrusting each student with a sapling to nurture, to love and enjoy the beauty of watching it grow. Throughout any given year, we organize various competitions, workshops, seminars and talks on nature to explore the different ideas that students may embark upon. During the Diwali Mela, Prakriti displays the LSR jute bags and calendars. We also lead the colleges in the Delhi University Flower Show and have won the prestigious Green Cup of Delhi University for the 9th consecutive year. Prakriti seeks to foster every individual’s natural love for nature and works to inspire their willingness to work for the environment.
A tiny ant also lives a life, Eats, drinks, reproduces in prime, Goes on living day by day, Following a trail those before him lay, No choice, no will Till death makes them still. It’s up to us what we want to be, Just live and die or make history!
Still ants can be our guiding light, Not everything’s dark, There’s always something bright, Ants cannot see, they have no eyes Yet no strife or hungry cries, They work as a team, Not selfish nor mean, A colony of 1,000 ants, Power of unity is the chant.
Nothings too big, Nothings too small, Take the rice, and throw the husk apart.
Ankur - The Annual Prakriti Newsletter for 2010-11 is finally out!!! Given below are the first 5 pages of the newsletter, browse through them and dont forget to check out the section dedicated to Prakriti Week! You can click on the pictures to see an enlarged version of the page. Btw...I designed it :D Pg 6,7,8,9,10 are given in the following blog post, as all the pgs could not come on one blogpost!
Ankur - The Annual Prakriti Newsletter for 2010-11 is finally out!!! Given below are the last 5 pages of the newsletter, browse through them and dont forget to check out the section dedicated to Floods and our Mosaic of pictures! You can click on the pictures to see an enlarged version of the page.  Pg 1,2,3,4,5 are given in the above blog post, as all the pgs could not come on one blogpost!
Prakriti- The Environment Society, is pleased to invite you to join us for a panel discussion on ‘Climate Change is an Exaggerated Concern’ organised by Green Karbon, a Deutsche Bank- Sanctuary Asia Climate Change- Biodiversity initiative. Speakers · Muhammad A. Khan, Advisor of Law and Policy to Ministry of Environment and Forests · Professor Vinod Chandra Menon, Former Member National Disaster Management Authority, Government of India · Samir Menon, Head of Eco-Sustainable Services, Tata Consultancy Services. Speakers from LSR · Dr. Kalyani, Senior Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Lady Shri Ram College · Preeti Venkatram, President, Prakriti- The Environment Society of Lady Shri Ram College Date: 24th March 2011 Time: 11:30 am to 1:15 pm Venue: Lady Shri Ram College *This is an open event, i.e. open to those not studying as LSR as well. Please register at the link given below:
Prakriti- The Environment Society of Lady Shri Ram College Presents "Prakriti Week" from 21-26 March 2011!
• 21st March: Tree Plantation (intra-college)
• 22nd March:
Environmental Quiz-12:30 pm (inter-college)
1. Each participating team must consist of 2 members.
2. Cross college teams are allowed.
3. The first round will be a written round with Multiple Choice Questions. The top eight teams will qualify to the next round and will be contesting in the quiz.
4. The quiz essentially will be questioning you on environmental issues, environmentalists, global networks supporting the cause of the environment, etc.
5. Prizes worth Rs.3,000 to be won.
Each team is required to register on or before 21st March 2011 by filling out the following: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGpCWXBkSzNYcWs1eVZmV2ZaTVdNdlE6MQ
Eco Friendly Folder Making Competition-12:30 pm (inter-college)
1. Participation maybe either in the form of a team of 2 or an individual.
2. A set of two folders has to be made on any one of the themes given below. Each folder should have a different design or pattern.
• Cartoon
• Traditional
• Natural
3. Each folder should be of A4 size.
4. Only handmade paper can be used.
5. Drawing/ painting/ decoration has to be done on the spot.
6. You will be required to bring any material you require- handmade paper folders, scissors, paints, etc.
7. The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
8. Prizes worth Rs. 1,800 to be won.
Each team is required to register on or before 21st March 2011 by filling out the following: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dFFQZWRRcTBFN2pJd3pJdTZDUDJjeXc6MQ
• 23rd March: Green Ad Mad Competition- 3 pm (inter-college)
1. A team of 2 or maximum 3 members can participate.
2. The competition will consist of 2 rounds.
3. Preparation time before each round will be given.
4. Different forms of expression can be used- skit, jingles, slogans, or any other innovative form.
5. Time duration to present each act is 3 minutes.
6. The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
7. Prizes worth Rs. 3,000 to be won.
Each team is required to register on or before 21st March 2011 by filling out the following: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dE5PRUMxMThnVGFLRDRtOG5yY0xKM1E6MQ
• 24th March: Panel Discussion: 'Climate Change is an Exaggerated Concern'- 11:30 am (inter-college)
• 25th March: Film Screening (intra-college)
• 26th March: Lady Shri Ram Model Conference of the Parties (LSR MCOP)- 9 am (inter-college) http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157058624348045&pending#!/event.php?eid=202974346386758
• Photo Story Competition: Theme- Environment and Growth: Contradictory or Complementary? (inter-college)
1. Only one photo story submission per participant is allowed.
2. Each photo story must have 3 photos in it.
3. Photographs must not be digitally altered in any way (only cropping is allowed).
4. Size of each photograph should be 6" x 8".
5. Each photograph in the story should have a caption and the name, college, course, and contact details of the participant clearly mentioned behind each.
6. Please send all your entries together, enclosed in an envelope to
Faculty Apartments # 21,
Lady Shri Ram College,
Lajpat Nagar 4,
New Delhi- 110024,
India
7. Entries must reach LSR by 24th March, 12 pm.
8. The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
9. Prizes worth Rs.3,000 to be won.
Queries if any can be addressed to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com
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‘Prakriti’, the Environment Society of Lady Shri Ram College invites applications for the first Lady Shri Ram Model Conference of the Parties (LSR MCOP) to be held on 26th March 2011 during its environment festival, ‘Prakriti Week’ (21st-26th March 2011). http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157058624348045#!/event.php?eid=157058624348045¬if_t=event_wall#wall_posts• Applications are open for the following positions:1. Govern...ment Delegates for the Ad Hoc Working Group on Long-term Cooperative Action (AWG-LCA)
Agenda: ‘Sustainable Development through Adaptation to and Mitigation of Climate Change’
2. Media Delegates (choose one of the three positions):
a) Chief Editor (1)
b) Reporter (3)
c) Photographer (1)
3. NGO Delegates (4)
For whichever delegate position you are applying, please write 250 words on why you want to be a part of LSR MCOP, and what makes you a suitable candidate for the position you are applying for (if you are applying to be a Media Delegate please include relevant samples of your work).
Additionally, please mention previous debating and/or MUN experience. Please note however that we will welcome those with no prior experience as well.
Send in the above (on or before 13th March 2011) to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com along with the following details:
Name, College, Course, Year, Email Address, Phone Number, and Top Three Country Preferences* (in case you are applying to be a Government Delegate)
*Countries:
China, Maldives, Australia, Russia, United Kingdom, Bolivia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Nigeria, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Mexico, Indonesia, United States of America, Brazil, South Africa, Haiti, India, Afghanistan, Japan, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Congo, France, Turkey, South Korea, Malaysia, Iran, and Norway.
• Applications are also open for the Executive Board of the (AWG-LCA). It is mandatory for applicants to have had prior Executive Board experience. Knowledge about UNFCCC and Conference of the Parties is also a must. Positions are:
a) Chair
b) Vice- Chair
For whichever Executive Board position you are applying, please write 250 words on why you want to be a part of LSR MCOP, and what makes you a suitable candidate for the position you are applying for.
Please also mention previous debating and/or MUN experience.
Send in the above (on or before 13th March 2011) to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com along with the following details:
Name, College, Course, Year, Email Address, Phone Number
Prizes:
Best Delegate: Rs. 2,000
High Commendation: Rs. 1,000
Special Mention: Rs. 500
Queries, if any, may be addressed to lsr.prakriti@gmail.com.
The global concern over the rising oil demand and the subsequent rise in its price, the ubiquitous economic recession leading to economic imbalance were some of the topics of discussion at the Delhi International Renewable Energy Conference (DIREC). It was a three day conference (27th-29th October, 2010) held at India Expo Mart, greater noida. The conference witnessed global environmentalists deliberating on the exploitation of renewable energy to combat the existing energy crisis all over the world.The honourable Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh gave the inaugural speech. His speech was followed by a panel discussion which involved environmentalists from India and abroad. The main agenda of the conference was energy security, universal access to energy and eradication of poverty. Energy plays a significant role in accelerating economic, social, industrial and infrastructural growth. The issue of depleting non renewable energy resources has induced man to find alternatives to sustain life on earth. About 1.42 billion people have no access to electricity. The International Agency for Renewable Energy is striving to reach the target of making energy universally accessible by 2030. Sweden has proven to be a perfect example of “green economy” because of its increased use of renewable energy which has also resulted in increase in its GDP to 44%. The small renewable energy village drew appreciation from everyone because of its simplistic grandeur. From solar cookers, solar water heaters, solar stoves to biogas plant, it presented a perfect example of a clean, green and eco-friendly future. It was meant not only for appreciation but for its efficient utilization to reduce the growing pressure on renewable energy. The makings of eco-friendly chullahs, assembling solar lanterns are examples of some of the small scale industries providing employment to rural women. This gives an insight into the scope of employment generation brought about by the exploitation of the renewable energy resources. The conference was illuminating as it brought some serious environmental issues to the forefront. It was a great experience and rather an exciting process of edification. The pondering period is over and we need to resort to strict measures to abort energy crisis.
On 28th September 2010 two members from the Prakriti team visited Sulabh. The NGO is very eco friendly and has adopted some very nature friendly practices for there day to day functions like- waste management, waste water treatment and Bio gas plants. The pictures given below are of the rechargeable toilet pits- a design that is cost efficient and eco friendly. The following picture shows the treated waste water stored in bottles that can be used for irrigation. The NGO also has a bio-gas plant which provides the needed energy for lightening and cooking purposes.
Prakriti or the environment society is the platform through which students enlighten themselves and others about the importance of environmental issues and sustainable development. Every fresher enters the vast arena of extracurricular activities of LSR by first planting a sapling on their orientation day organized by our society. We hope to initiate freshness, new life into the college, by entrusting each student with a sapling to nurture, to love and enjoy the beauty of watching it grow. Throughout any given year, we organize various competitions, workshops, seminars and talks on nature to explore the different ideas that students may embark upon. During the Diwali Mela, Prakriti displays the LSR jute bags and calendars. We also lead the colleges in the Delhi University Flower Show and have won the prestigious Green Cup of Delhi University for the 9th consecutive year. Prakriti seeks to foster every individual’s natural love for nature and works to inspire their willingness to work for the environment.
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