When action meets vision, transformation happens — and Saurabh Gupta, founder of Earth5R, is living proof. What began as a personal mission has grown into one of the most impactful citizen-led climate platforms in the world. From cycling 50,000 kilometers across three continents to launching an award-winning climate tech platform, Saurabh’s story is a testament to how individual action can ignite global change.
🚴 From Pedals to Purpose
Saurabh’s passion for sustainability was sparked during an incredible journey — cycling tens of thousands of kilometers across diverse geographies. This expedition opened his eyes to the urgency of climate action and the vast potential of communities to be part of the solution.
In 2014, he founded Earth5R with a mission to mobilize citizens, communities, and institutions for meaningful climate impact. What started as a grassroots initiative quickly evolved into a powerful global platform for environmental action.
📱 Technology Meets Climate Action
In 2022, Earth5R underwent a major transformation. With a seed funding round of $300,000, the platform launched the Earth5R App and a SaaS dashboard tailored for businesses and institutions. The platform allows users to:
- Track ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) performance
- Manage decarbonization projects
- Report and optimize sustainability KPIs
With a Google Play Award for Best App of 2023 in the ‘Best Apps for Good’ category, Earth5R is leading the way in climate tech innovation — bridging grassroots engagement with enterprise tools for maximum impact.
🌱 A Global Movement in Numbers
Under Saurabh’s leadership, Earth5R has scaled to:
- 65 countries
- 1.3 million community members
- 60,000+ active users
- 7.8 million volunteering hours
- 954,000 tons of CO₂ offset
- 87,000 trees planted
- 83,000 impact stories recorded
From waste management and reforestation to sustainability education and clean energy awareness, Earth5R continues to turn environmental goals into measurable, real-world results.
🏆 Recognized for Global Impact
Saurabh’s leadership has earned him recognition from global leaders, including being named a Young Leader by French President Emmanuel Macron. His efforts embody a new generation of change-makers who combine technology, community, and policy engagement to tackle the climate crisis.
📣 Join Saurabh Gupta at PolyNext Conference 2025 – Dubai
Saurabh will be joining the PolyNext Conference & Awards 2025 as a featured speaker, where he will share insights on climate innovation, circular economy, and tech-enabled community engagement.
Taking place on October 1–2, 2025 in Dubai, PolyNext is the leading global platform for advancing sustainability in plastics, packaging, and recycling. The conference brings together global innovators, policymakers, and green entrepreneurs working to reshape the future of materials and environmental impact.
✅ Why You Should Attend:
- Learn from leaders like Saurabh about real-world sustainability strategies
- Discover groundbreaking technologies in plastic recycling and circular design
- Network with global experts, startups, and ESG pioneers
- Celebrate impact through the prestigious PolyNext Awards
📅 Dates: October 1–2, 2025
📍 Location: Crowne Plaza, Dubai, UAE
🔗 Register now: www.polynextconf.com
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