WELM Foundation is a Section 8 Non-profit Organization. We are working as a training and capacity building partner with The New Normal for Hygiene (Happytap), Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Project WET, CAWST and Sehgal Foundation & also a member of HWTS (The Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage Network) – India Chapter.
We are committed to addressing environmental challenges through education, awareness, advocacy, community engagement, and sustainable initiatives for a greener future. By 2030, we aim to empower 50,000 students and 5,000 teachers as change agents for ecological sustainability through innovative learning methods.
WELM Foundation is on a mission to empower communities through experiential learning methods to drive awareness, foster behavioral change and assume greater responsibility for water and environmental conservation towards creating a sustainable future.
WELM serves as a dynamic platform dedicated to strengthening human resource capabilities by connecting academic learning with practical environmental applications. The organization promotes environmental education, public awareness, training, information accessibility for informed decision-making, environmental monitoring, and policy advocacy aligned with its core mission and objectives.
A key focus of the organization is conducting capacity-building programs for diverse stakeholders on water issues, pollution control, environmental management, monitoring and analysis. These initiatives are designed to enhance understanding, encourage responsible practices, and support effective responses to environmental challenges.
Through the Environmental Podcast Competition 2026, students will leverage their E-STEM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) knowledge and communication skills to create engaging podcasts that explore environmental challenges, share innovative sustainable solutions, and inspire positive action. By amplifying awareness and encouraging meaningful conversations, participants will contribute to building a greener, cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future for generations to come.
This competition is open to all Government/Private School's Students. We welcome entries from all disciplines.
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Environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, waste management, water scarcity, and sustainable resource use are among the most pressing issues facing our planet today. The Environmental Podcast Competition 2026 provides a unique platform for students to research, discuss, and communicate these critical issues through creative and informative podcasts. Aligned with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the competition promotes experiential learning, critical thinking, creativity, communication skills, and multidisciplinary education. It also encourages students to become active contributors toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), and SDG 15 (Life on Land).
The competition encourages students to explore environmental issues in depth, conduct research, and raise awareness through impactful storytelling. By creating podcasts, students gain a deeper understanding of sustainability concepts and develop environmentally responsible attitudes and behaviors.
Podcast creation enhances students' communication, public speaking, digital media, and storytelling skills. Participants learn how to effectively convey ideas, engage audiences, and use technology as a tool for education and advocacy, supporting the NEP 2020 emphasis on 21st-century skills.
Environmental topics often require students to analyze complex challenges and propose innovative solutions. Through research, interviews, and discussions, students strengthen their critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities while exploring practical approaches to sustainability.
Students working individually or in teams learn the value of collaboration, planning, content development, and project management. These experiences mirror real-world efforts required to address environmental challenges and build sustainable communities.
The competition empowers students to become environmental ambassadors by using their voices to inspire change. Through meaningful conversations and awareness campaigns, participants can motivate their peers, families, and communities to adopt sustainable practices.
Overall, involving school students in initiatives like the "Clean Hands, Green Planet: A Sustainability Challenge" not only benefits the environment but also contributes to their holistic development as responsible global citizens.
Engaging students in environmental communication at an early age helps cultivate a lifelong commitment to sustainability and responsible citizenship. By encouraging informed dialogue and community engagement, the competition contributes to building future leaders who are dedicated to environmental stewardship and sustainable development.
Inter-School Environmental Podcast Competition 2026
These are the Official Rules and Regulations ("Rules") for participation in the WelmTech 2.0 by Welm Foundation. Welm is the Administrator of the Competition. The Competition begins when registration opens on 25th June, 2026 and closed on 24th July, 2026 with the final event on 31st August, 2026.
