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Stonehill International School’s Green Drive: A Journey into Sustainability with SOGO

On December 4, 2024, SOGO proudly hosted students from Stonehill International School, Bengaluru, at our state-of-the-art recycling facility in Dodaballapur. This educational visit marked a significant milestone in fostering environmental awareness and sustainability among young minds.

The Green Drive Initiative
Stonehill International School, located at Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bengaluru, Karnataka, has long been a champion of sustainability and environmental education. As part of their Green Drive initiative, they partnered with SOGO to provide students with a firsthand experience of eco-friendly practices in action.
A Day of Learning and Discovery
The visit began with a warm welcome from our team, followed by an interactive session on the importance of e-Waste recycling. Students learned how discarded electronics can be transformed into valuable resources through environmentally responsible processes.
Technical Knowledge and Core Values Gained

During the visit, students acquired valuable technical knowledge, including:

Recycling Processes: Understanding how different types of e-Waste are processed and the technology behind metal extraction.

Resource Management: Learning about resource conservation through recycling and reducing environmental footprints.

Waste Categorization: Recognizing hazardous materials and the significance of proper disposal protocols.

The visit also instilled essential values such as:

Environmental Responsibility: Acknowledging personal and collective roles in protecting the planet.

Sustainability Awareness: Appreciating the long-term impact of eco-friendly actions.

Innovative Thinking: Being inspired by technological advancements in recycling and waste management

Highlights of the visit

Facility Tour: Students explored various sections of our recycling plant, witnessing e-Waste segregation, precious metal extraction, and safe disposal methods.

Expert Talks: Industry professionals shared insights on sustainability, circular economy principles, and careers in green technology.

Hands-On Experience: Students engaged in a live demonstration of e-Waste dismantling, understanding the intricacies of recycling processes.

Inspiring Future Eco-Warriors
The visit ignited a spark of environmental responsibility among students. Their enthusiasm was evident as they asked insightful questions, eager to deepen their knowledge of waste management and sustainability.
Why Visits Like This Matter?

Educational visits to recycling facilities like ours are crucial in building a sustainable future. By experiencing recycling operations up close, students gain practical knowledge that textbooks alone cannot provide. This exposure cultivates eco-conscious leaders ready to champion environmental causes.

Our Commitment to Sustainability
At SOGO, sustainability isn’t just a mission – it’s a responsibility. We believe that collaborative efforts with educational institutions can drive significant environmental change. Partnering with schools like Stonehill International inspires us to keep pushing boundaries in e-Waste management and sustainability.
Looking Ahead

We look forward to welcoming more schools and organizations to our facility, strengthening our shared commitment to a greener planet. Together, let’s continue transforming today’s waste into tomorrow’s resources.

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