Mercedes-Benz's successful completion of its 'Clean Green Nandi' project
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Pvt Ltd (MBRDI) undertook the 'Clean Green Nandi' project in 2018 with a purpose of restoring the natural biodiversity and ecological balance of Nandi Hills which has been getting impacted by heightened tourism.
Over the last five years, through the tireless efforts of over 500 MBRDI employees who clocked in 5000 volunteering hours, Mercedes Benz has contributed towards the collection and management of 46,000 Kgs of waste, generation of 85 Lakh litres of pooled water, construction of 11 check dams and a three percent reduction in plastic generation.
MBRDI announced the successful completion of its 'Clean Green Nandi' project, a five-year initiative aimed at restoring the natural splendor of Nandi Hills, Bengaluru, in addition to helping enhance the livelihoods of the local community.
It was initiated in 2018, the project was in response to the heightened tourist footfall at the hills, which led to pressing issues of pollution, soil erosion and deforestation resulting in drying up of life-sustaining rivers and the accumulation of plastic waste in the area.
Scientifically approached through a topological survey and a holistic study, MBRDI undertook efforts to restore water bodies, set up waste collection infrastructure, influence visitor behaviour and protect the biodiversity of Nandi Hills.
MBRDI’s sustained efforts have resulted in the collection and management of 46,000 Kgs of waste, 85 Lakh litres of pooled water, construction of 11 check dams and a 3% reduction in plastic generation.
