Urban Venture Labs

We’re excited to partner with the India Green Investment Forum (IGIF) 2025, Impact Investors Council’s flagship convening focused on climate innovation and green financing in India. India Green Investment Forum (IGIF) 2025 returns as the flagship platform for unlocking capital, ideas, and partnerships to accelerate India’s green transition. With the theme “Scaling India's Climate Solutions: Building for the World.” This year’s edition will spotlight how India is driving the next wave of climate innovation not just for itself, but for the world. As the market moves from proof-of-concept to proof-of-scale, IGIF 2025 is where capital, innovation, and ambition converge to shape the future of sustainable development. Register at : https://lnkd.in/dsqPfUzr, using our discount code 25IGIF2025  #IGIF2025 #GreenInvestment #ClimateInnovation Stuthi Vijayaraghavan Ranjna Khanna Impact Investors Council (IIC)

In Bengaluru’s HSR Layout, a remarkable story is unfolding—one that shows how local action can spark into a national model of development and sustainability. What started as a citizen-led effort by a former dentist has grown into a thriving, self-sustained neighborhood. More than just a local clean-up, this transformation is a powerful example of how urban planning can directly address the climate crisis. By focusing on sustainable waste management (95% waste segregation at source), public spaces transformation, local transport (Feeder Bus), and active citizen involvement in many other initiatives, HSR Citizen Forum (HCF)'s story demonstrates how neighborhoods can become climate-conscious, inclusive, and resilient. SustainabilityNext Jayanthi Srikanth Shanthi Tummala #sustainability #climatecrisis #urbanplanning #urbandevelopment

We at Urban Venture Labs, have been watching with admiration as The Walking Project transforms Mumbai one step at a time. Their unwavering commitment to creating walkable, accessible public spaces isn't just impressive—it's essential for the future of our urban centers. What strikes us most is their remarkable resilience. Despite the countless challenges of urban development in one of the world's most densely populated cities, they continue to work towards pedestrian-friendly infrastructure that serves all citizens, not just the privileged few. The future of sustainable cities doesn't just happen—it's built step by step, through partnerships that bridge innovation and community needs. This is where we aim to bridge the gaps and create accessibility for every change maker. Stuthi Vijayaraghavan Rishi Aggarwal Benedict Paramanand #urbancommunities #sustainability #climateaction #urbancommunitiesforchange #citizenaction

We are continually inspired by grassroots communities driven purely by volunteerism—groups that are creating meaningful and lasting change at the ground level. Their unwavering commitment to causes ranging from environmental sustainability and neighborhood improvement to waste segregation reflects the true spirit of giving back. By working relentlessly toward climate action and urban transformation, they exemplify the kind of impact that collective action can achieve The orverarching goal of Urban Communities for Climate Action (UCCA) Series would be to power these initiatives across India with vital funding, technology, and data resources—catalyzing transformative social, economic, and behavioral impact at a larger scale. At Urban Venture Labs, we are proud to support and collaborate with these changemakers, leveraging our resources and expertise to help amplify their efforts. #urbantransformation #Climateaction #communityinitiatives #UrbanCommunities #CommunityAction #SustainableLiving #UrbanLandscape Stuthi Vijayaraghavan Benedict Paramanand

The live action project "Waste to Opportunity" done with Urban Venture Labs examines how informal waste-pickers in Ahmedabad can be integrated into sustainable social enterprise models. This not only creates more livelihoods but also make social enterprises more inclusive and equipped in dealing with environmental challenges. Congratulations to Sadam Ashraf and Rafsana Yeamin (Class of 2024) on their impressive participation in events focused on decentralising waste management systems and presenting their work. It's encouraging to see Anant Fellowship developing young talent with the skills and mindset needed to tackle complex environmental challenges. Kudos to them for nurturing the next generation of leaders from diverse backgrounds in developing practical sustainability solutions. Stuthi Vijayaraghavan #UVL #UrbanVentureLabs #Sustainability #SustainableSolutions #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #Innovation #SustainableDevelopmen t #Environment #SustainabilityMatters

We were at Huddle Global in Trivandrum, where our founder, Stuthi Vijayaraghavan, moderated a panel discussion on ROI across the Sustainability lifecycle. Urban Venture Labs is a venture studio for urban impact, and it was a privilege to be part of such an inspiring event. A key theme during the panel discussion was exploring how to measure ROI of sustainability. These terms go beyond just environmental sustainability—they prioritize the long-term viability of the ecosystem, ensuring equitable participation of all stakeholders united by a common goal. The conversations were both inspiring and energizing, showcasing the passion, drive, and determination of entrepreneurs committed to building sustainable social impact businesses. Suja Chandy from Zafin highlighted the commitment at the board level toward sustainability. She shared how their roadmap to achieving net zero is being co-developed with customers and partners, alongside their global efforts to promote diversity and provide platforms for women in STEM and leadership—a cause she deeply champions. Vishal Thakur, Vice President & CTO of Nasscom Foundation, emphasized his social innovation framework, calling for a synergistic approach involving samaaj, bazaar, and sarkar to address pressing social and environmental challenges. Anoop Nambiar from TCIS spoke about the disproportionate effects of climate change on developing nations and the urgent need for innovation. He also spotlighted startups in affordable, sustainable housing that TCIS has helped scale, demonstrating the potential of innovative solutions. Huddle Global nasscom TCIS Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter Suja Chandy SAFIN Anoop Nambiar Priya Mohan Vishal Thakur

We were at Huddle Global in Trivandrum, where our founder, Stuthi Vijayaraghavan, moderated a panel discussion on ROI across the Sustainability lifecycle. Urban Venture Labs is a venture studio for urban impact, and it was a privilege to be part of such an inspiring event. A key theme during the panel discussion was exploring how to measure ROI of sustainability. These terms go beyond just environmental sustainability—they prioritize the long-term viability of the ecosystem, ensuring equitable participation of all stakeholders united by a common goal. The conversations were both inspiring and energizing, showcasing the passion, drive, and determination of entrepreneurs committed to building sustainable social impact businesses. Suja Chandy from Zafin highlighted the commitment at the board level toward sustainability. She shared how their roadmap to achieving net zero is being co-developed with customers and partners, alongside their global efforts to promote diversity and provide platforms for women in STEM and leadership—a cause she deeply champions. Vishal Thakur, Vice President & CTO of Nasscom Foundation, emphasized his social innovation framework, calling for a synergistic approach involving samaaj, bazaar, and sarkar to address pressing social and environmental challenges. Anoop Nambiar from TCIS spoke about the disproportionate effects of climate change on developing nations and the urgent need for innovation. He also spotlighted startups in affordable, sustainable housing that TCIS has helped scale, demonstrating the potential of innovative solutions. Huddle Global nasscom TCIS Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter Suja Chandy SAFIN Anoop Nambiar Priya Mohan Vishal Thakur