2. NEED TO SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT
Our Environment is fundamentally allied to
everything we need to survive. The
Continuous degradation of the environment
has evoked an alarming situation for the
humanity.
The impact we have on the environment
today is making big difference on the world
of future generations. Therefore its high
time that rights steps should be taken in
right direction to bestow a healthy
environment for the generations to come.
3. HOW TO SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT
Saving the environment can be a difficult
task, However it is not impossible. Every
human being can contribute to preserve
the environment by taking a few simple
steps in their day to day lifestyle.
Youth too have stepped forward to
contribute actively to this cause.
4. AN INITIATIVE BY A YOUNGSTER
Shashank Agarwal, a young student from
Amity
International School has contributed to
save the environment in his own unique way.
He has come up with an idea of making bricks
using cow dung and straw dust.
His efforts have set an example for many
other youngsters in the country. With his
endeavor, he has successfully proved that
age has nothing to do with doing your bit to
save the environment.
5. BIRTH OF AN IDEA
Shashank learnt from his grand parents
that in villages the houses were coated
with the cow dung as it had a cooling
effect and also acted as a mosquito
repellent. Cow dung is also said to have
anti bacterial qualities and serves as a
disinfectant.
He wondered for days if cow dung can still
be used in some better ways and landed to
the conclusion of making bricks using cow
dung and straw dust.
6. WHY COW DUNG AND STRAW DUST
Cow dung is believed to have anti-bacterial
qualities. It serves as disinfectant. It is
also believed to be an excellent and
inexpensive insulator. It is good for health,
keep away insects, keep house cool in
summers and warm in winters. It is an effort
of how to best utilize natural material.
7. HOW ARE THESE BRICKS USEFUL
There are various advantages
apprehended to this innovative initiative of
Shashank Agarwal. The Bricks made by him
will help the society ecologically up to
great extent as these are. Besides these
bricks are cost effective and are light
weight which is an advantage at the time of
earthquake, as quake impact is in
proportionate with the weight of the
structure.
8. MEDIA SUPPORT
Shashank Agarwal has received great
support and admiration from media
across the country. His endeavor has
been highly valued by the media.
Beginning from merely an idea and
turning into a reality thereby receiving
support from National Newspapers like
Amar Ujala, Statesman, Deccan Herald,
The Hindu , Asian Age, has been a dream
come true for this young talent.