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Delhi University Launches India's First Carbon Garden
4 Apr
Summary
- India's first carbon garden at Delhi University tackles pollution.
- Garden houses 50 plant species and absorbs harmful airborne compounds.
- It serves as a living laboratory for environmental science students.
Delhi University has established India's inaugural carbon garden, a pioneering green space designed to combat air pollution. Situated at the Botany Department in North Campus, this initiative converts a section of the campus into a biodiversity zone, serving as both an air purification system and an educational tool.
Led by Professor Dinabandhu Saahoo and involving students, the project addresses Delhi's severe pollution crisis. The garden, spread across approximately 2,000 sq ft, boasts nearly 50 plant species, alongside algae, fungi, and bryophytes. These elements, including an algae pond and microbe-rich soil, actively absorb harmful airborne compounds, contributing to cleaner air.
Professor Saahoo highlighted the garden's multifaceted purpose: acting as a mini biodiversity park and a practical learning environment. He explained that not only the leaves but also the bark of trees, teeming with trillions of microbes, play a crucial role in absorbing pollutants like methane and carbon monoxide. The soil's microbes also aid in carbon fixation, further enhancing air quality. This new space has quickly become a popular spot for students, who appreciate its purpose and positive contribution to the campus.
