ESG & CSR For Construction & Real Estate Sector Case Study: Horticulture Livelihood and Urban Greening Initiative with Earth5R and Larsen & Toubro
ESG & CSR For Construction & Real Estate Sector Case Study: Horticulture Livelihood and Urban Greening Initiative with Earth5R and Larsen & Toubro INTRODUCTION In collaboration with Larsen & Toubro, Earth5R launched an innovative horticulture program in a large slum area in Mumbai. The initiative focused on training women living in the slums to grow saplings from seeds and small plants from saplings. The program addressed multiple urban challenges, including the urban heat island effect, air quality concerns, and lack of livelihood opportunities. By utilizing local resources like compost and upcycled containers, this initiative not only generated income for the women but also contributed to local plantation drives, reducing the carbon footprint and enhancing the city’s greenery. THE PROBLEM STATEMENT Urban areas like Mumbai suffer from a shortage of trees, which leads to poor air quality, heat retention, and a rise in temperatures, especially on rooft...