Clean Tech entrepreneur Harit Soni makes a personal call for partnership with Corporate organizations to contribute to the 2041 program - in return for which he plans to contribute his personal time and energy into helping the supporters in in improving their Carbon footprint in an economically sustainable fashion!
2. Hi – my name is Harit Soni – and I am honoured to be selected as a Global
Ambassador for the 2041 Movement and International Antarctic Expedition -
‘Climate Force - 2018’ , led by the Environmental leader – Sir Robert Swan.
I would love your participation and to help me to further this movement and create
an example of how we can sustainably and economically develop solutions for the
Climate change challenge!
3. WHAT IS 2041
2041 was found by Polar Explorer, Environmental leader and public speaker
Robert Swan OBE. As the first person in history to walk both the North and
South Poles, Robert has dedicated his life to the preservation of Antarctica
by the promotion of recycling, renewable energy and sustainability to
combat the effects of Climate change
4. WHAT IS ANTARCTIC TREATY?
AND WHY THE NAME 2041?
Currently Antarctica is protected by the Antarctic treaty that
prohibits all activities related to the exploitation of mineral
resources, except for scientific research, in Antarctica. This
agreement will be reviewed in 2041, and it could be altered,
changed, modified, or even abandoned.
People up north have already started mining in the arctic in the
areas exposed due to melting ice sheets.
Robert Swan’s Goal is to Increase awareness now and garner
support by 2041 (50 year anniversary of the signing) to ensure that
the last great Wilderness on Earth – Antarctica - is never exploited
– and set an example for Humankind!
5. 2041 CLIMATE FORCE -
ANTARCTICA
February 26 – March 12, 2018
The Mission of Climate Force is to inform, engage and inspire the next generation of
leaders to take responsibility, and take action towards sustainable business, technology
and Policy.
The expedition brings together people and experts from across the globe – with the
guidance of researchers – to debate, discuss, and determine first hand the effects of
climate change. The vision for 2041 is to have leaders emerging from every corner of the
society and working together to create a sustainable world: Enlighted, Empowered and
engaged!
6. ABOUT ME
I am the Founder of Ecolibrium Energy – A
globally awarded young company which helps
Enterprises reduce their carbon Footprint by
combining Internet of Things (IoT) and Big
Data Analytics.
Ecolibrium is helping more than 500 large
enterprises across India in their aim to reduce
their Carbon Footprint, and is recognized as
one of the fastest growing IoT companies in
the developing world with key investors such
as IFC (World Bank) and Infuse Ventures.
Linked in Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/harit-soni-b837a5/
Company Website: www.ecolibriumenergy.com
7. Recognitions
Young Indian Innovators under the age of 35
as recognized by MIT - Recognized for
innovation in Power Sector
Winner of the Chevening gurukul
fellowship by UK Government given to
Young Indian Entrepreneurs, scientists,
Journalists and Political leaders
Winner of the Swedish Institute sustainability fellowship given to leading sustainability
practitioners in India.
Winner of the UN Momentum for Change Award for
developing Technology which can combat Climate Change
8. I have led Ecolibrium Energy to help more
than 500 Global corporations convert their
data into dollars, and save up to 10% on
Energy and maintenance costs.
In addition to the monetary savings, the
efforts of Ecolibrium is helping nearly 1.17
million tonnes/year CO2 reduction every
year (as per report by UNFCCC)
Speaking at the Ashden International
Award in London with US president
and Environmentalist Mr. Al Gore
looking on from the first row
Global Leadership
10. Ecosystem Development
I have led the incubation of an initiative called SCCN – which aims to equip university
students with required hands-on skills for developing the sustainable cities of the future, in
partnership with the Indo-French NGO – TERRE Policy Centre, and already has support of
Govt. of India and implemented in 3 campuses in Pune.
11. MY REASON FOR JOINING 2041
CLIMATE FORCE
Sustainable has to be economic: As a Strong proponent of Climate change
technology solutions which are not only environmentally sustainable – but also
economically viable, I aim to share my story with young climate leaders on how to
convert sustainability ideas into businesses which can stand the test of time!
Need for future Climate Leaders : I aim to raise funds for Climate Force which is a
key platform for young Global leaders to get awareness, training and network
required to create sustainable ventures
Create an Impact with my Efforts: I pledge to provide my time and skill pro-bono to
help enterprises with large carbon footprints to become more sustainable – and give
hands on support to chart their part to sustainability!
12. HOW WILL YOUR
CONTRIBUTION BE USED?
Your funds will be used for furthering the cause of 2041, and increasing
awareness of sustainable technologies for combating Climate change, and
creating young leaders who will get the chance to develop projects which
can turn into sustainable businesses . The total amount to be raised is INR
15,00,000.
A part of this would also cover my costs of attending Climate Force 2018,
and playing a key part of sharing my knowledge and creating future leaders
of the future
• 2041 Foundation Contribution: INR 11,00,000
• My Travel Expenses to the Southern most city in the World for Climate
Force : INR 3,00,000
• Extreme Weather Equipment: INR 1,00,000
13. WHAT WILL YOU GET FOR YOUR
SUPPORT?
Efficiency
Savings
Pro Bono Efficiency
and sustainability
Consulting for
optimizing Energy
footprint and
spends
Motivate your Team
Workshops on Sustainability
and Private Talks(recorded
or in person) by legendary
explorer Robert Swan
Branding
Brand Association
with 2041 and
Climate Force
Towards my vision of creating
economically sustainable models – I
aim to ensure any Dollar spend towards
this initiative will ensure yield benefits
multiple times over the next 12 months
for the key Supporters.
14. A CUSTOM MADE PACKAGE FOR
YOUR ORGANIZATION
Efficiency
Savings
Motivate your
Team
Branding
Savings
• Up to 100 hours of customized Energy and sustainability consulting
from proven experts from Ecolibrium
• Access to a network of Ecolibrium Partners and solution providers
which can optimize Energy spends for your organization -
development of business and funding models for implementing
renewables and efficiency initiatives.
Branding
• PR plan as per requirement ( Blogs, Articles) with Company
branding and messaging
• Brand Pictures and videos in Antarctica with Robert Swan
• Company promotions during relevant speaking assignments and
press release during and after exhibition
Team Motivation
• Workshop Session for company employees of Leadership on the
Edge and learnings from Antarctica
• Possible Speaking session (Recorded /in person) by Robert Swan
.. PLUS any other activities which is in line with your objectives
15. Yes - The Investment makes Economic
Sense - but lets also look at the larger
picture
The Arctic has shrunk over the years and is 36 degrees warmer than normal. A
large shelf of ice has broken off from Antarctica which threatens to raise sea
levels.
Closer to home, Droughts in Maharashtra, Torrential rains that nearly drowned
Chennai, cloudburst in Ladakh, and pollution in Delhi are wreaking havoc on
Human Life.
Extreme weather and other Climate-related effects are becoming more frequenct
and have a direct impact on not only our lives, but on your current and future
businesses.
Investing in this initiative goes beyond investment in me or 2041, it’s