Reimagining Schools | Neekita Hatvalne Mulchandani | TEDxChoithramSchoolIndore
In her talk Neekita describes how students transformed their rundown school into a green, sustainable space. With the guidance of mentors, they reimagined their school as a "Living School” a place that grows food, uses solar energy, recycles water, and supports nature. They planted a food forest, turning empty land into vibrant gardens with fruits, vegetables, and herbs. They created homes for birds and bees, built ponds, and brought back wildlife. Students also learned to save water by setting up recycling systems and powered their school with solar panels. To keep classrooms cool, they used green roofs, planted trees, and added windows for natural airflow. Through teamwork, they discovered how small actions could make a big difference. This talk teaches us that by thinking creatively and acting together, we can make our schools and communities healthier, greener, and better for everyone. Neekita Hatvalne Mulchandani is an alumnus of Choithram School North Campus, Class of 2013. She is an architect with over five years of experience in design, construction techniques, and sustainable practices. She is currently a Design Architect with BCM Group in Indore, leading design solutions and project coordination. Previously, she worked as a CAD Designer at Molteni C C | DADA in Dubai, creating modular kitchen and wardrobe designs while collaborating with clients. Neekita holds a Master of Engineering Leadership in High- Performance Buildings from UBC Vancouver, specializing in green building practices. Earlier, she served as a Project Architect at MOFA Architects in Hyderabad, where she gained expertise in fire codes for high-rise buildings, MIVAN technology, and construction documentation. Her career is further enriched by her involvement in Laurie Baker’s sustainable design principles and mentoring interns in collaborative environments. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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