Archive · 26 Oct 2025
IIT Madras Director Advocates Sustainability Education for Young Children
The director of IIT Madras, Prof. V. Kamakoti, believes that teaching kids about sustainability should start as early as age 5.
He thinks it's super important to learn about taking care of our planet.
This is because we need to use resources carefully to reach the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations.
He spoke about this at an event where young people showed off their ideas for helping the environment.
These ideas included ways to reuse waste and use natural energy.
He added that technology is key to meeting these goals, especially for a large country like India.
Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, emphasized the need for sustainability education for children from age 5.
The Director highlighted the importance of achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
He stated sustainability is crucial, citing the planet's peril and the need to control resource usage.
The statement was made at the grand finale of the i2I Challenge at IIT Madras.
The i2I Challenge showcased 38 eco-innovations aimed at advancing sustainability and circular economy.
- Who
- Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras
- What
- Advocated for teaching sustainability to children, emphasizing the importance of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- IIT Madras campus
- Why
- To achieve UN-mandated Sustainable Development Goals.
- Director
- Prof. V. Kamakoti, IIT Madras
- Event
- i2I Challenge grand finale
- Focus
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
- Age for Sustainability Education
- Starting at age 5
- Number of eco-innovations showcased
- 38