As Rainmatter nears three years of working in the environment and climate action space, we reflect on our journey so far, and look ahead with hope. Presenting to you 'Wheels in Motion', a short film on Rainmatter, by Faraway Originals. https://t.co/IIFLiTJZe5

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Partner Updates | November In November, our partners advanced citizen-led urban planning in Assam, strengthened climate storytelling nationwide, revived local food–livelihood economies, deepened cultural–ecological ties, and welcomed new regional ecology leaders. 1/3

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Team Updates | November From field to forum, November was about deep listening and systems thinking; community-led action and impact storytelling; place-ownership, collaboration, and building resilience from the ground up. See the whole thread for updates 👇 1/3

Bengaluru has lost a potential Biodiversity Heritage Site. The Cantonment Railway Colony’s protection—meant to save 371 trees—was withdrawn due to compensation costs, clearing the way for development. 🌳 Check out the episode - https://t.co/UmmlyeSNaI #TheClimateBrief

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It’s the weekend to spark important conversations on climate, culture, and community. #ALTEFF is now open, offering a glimpse into the lives of those most impacted by the climate crisis. Our team joined the flagship event at BIC, Bengaluru — and it left us thinking.

OpenCity invites you to a datajam on "Decoding Urban Biodiversity in Bengaluru". Inviting citizen scientists, birders, naturalists, data enthusiasts, urban planners & nature lovers. 📅 : 13th Dec 2025 ⏲️ : 10 AM to 5 PM 📍 : Samagata, Church Street, Bengaluru - 560001.

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#ALTEFF returns for its 6th edition with 86 films from 39 countries — stories of renewal, resilience, and hope told through bold, boundary-pushing cinema. Join us at BIC, Domlur, #Bengaluru for a weekend of stellar films, immersive art, workshops, and filmmaker Q&As.

National Green Economy Conclave

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#NEWPARTNER For 35+ years, @timbaktuorg has shown what community-led action can build — resilient livelihoods, restored ecosystems, renewed pride. We are happy to welcome them as a partner to take this proven, place-based model to more communities https://t.co/s418jjpRpY <1/3>

Hear from @rajivprakash , Wilma Rodrigues and Sanjay Anandaram at the National Green Economy Conclave organised by the @CEEWIndia at ITC Maurya, New Delhi on the 26th of November. Link to register - https://t.co/XRKCXvHfIS

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2/3 Who Should Apply? Start-ups building solutions in areas such as: > AI-powered urban systems > Climate resilience technologies > Digital utilities & civictech tools > Circular economy & waste-to-value models > Next-gen mobility platforms

1/3 🚨Deadline Extended! The Yes/Bengaluru Urban Innovation Challenge is now open until 24 November 2025. More details here: https://t.co/2dBW3h7FQG @WEFUpLink