Press Release - IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025

Press Release - IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025

Event Summary: ITEF Presents IGEN ENVIRONTHON, certified by the Limca Book of Records (LBR) and the World Book of Records, London (WBR), successfully concluded its third edition.

The 3rd Edition of IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 made history with a 36-hour non-stop global climate action marathon, conducted from 10:00 AM on 13 September to 10:00 PM on 14 September 2025, setting a new world record officially recognized as
"The World's Longest 36-Hour Virtual Climate Solutions Marathon on Panchabhutas, aligned with the UN SDGs and COP30."

The marathon was organized by The Institution of Green Engineers (IGEN) and the International Tamil Engineers Forum (ITEF), with ITEF as the Title Platinum Sponsor. This record-setting initiative not only engaged global participants in continuous climate dialogue but also produced recommendations aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing to the agenda of COP30 (Brazil, November 2025).

The #IGENEnvironthon2025 culminated in the development of 18 key recommendations - three for each of the five elements (Panchabhutas) and three specifically addressing COP30. These recommendations were carefully deliberated and finalized by the expert committee. The committee has resolved to formally communicate them to the COP30 Executive Committee and the United Nations SDG Committee, as well as to national and local governments for policy consideration and implementation.

These strategic recommendations are designed to drive practical climate action, strengthen sustainability frameworks, and empower communities to transition toward a Greener Earth. By aligning with global and national agendas, the outcomes of IGEN Environthon 2025 provide a strong foundation for actionable change, ensuring that the voices of youth, academia, and global partners contribute meaningfully to climate resilience and sustainable development.

Publication of Hand Book of Panchabhutas Proceeding : As part of IGEN Environthon 2025 - Marathon, The Institution of Green Engineers (IGEN) proudly released the Pre-Proceedings Book titled "Handbook of Panchabhutas." The volume features 45 articles contributed by researchers, industry professionals, academicians, and students, showcasing integrative and transdisciplinary research approaches that support the attainment of COP goals and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Furthermore, the presented papers will be forwarded for publication as chapters in IGEN's first official book, "Handbook of Panchabhutas for Planet & People" (ISBN: 978-81-989524-7-9), scheduled for release in 2025. The handbook explores innovative solutions inspired by the Panchabhutas (Five Elements) framework, aligning environmental sustainability with the SDGs and providing actionable insights for a greener future. This publication not only reflects IGEN's commitment to advancing knowledge and collaboration but also provides actionable insights to guide communities and policymakers toward a sustainable and greener future.

Partners: The 3rd Edition of IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 was supported by a strong network of sponsors and partners. The event was proudly sponsored by Metasage Alliance, SWANDRA Constructions, T.J.S. Engineering College, Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology, JCT Institutions, Sri Venkateswara College of Technology (SVCT), and Sowmya Renewables. The academic partners included Anna University (CES & CWR), Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, and KCG College of Technology, ensuring robust academic collaboration and knowledge sharing.

On the global front, the event was enriched through the partnership of EDUGATE Global, Astronomy & Space Society, APJ Abdul Kalam International Foundation, Earth Day Network, Sustainable Development Council, Light Millennium, Global Sustainable Futures, EDUFAM International Academy, and Elegant Empire Education, highlighting its truly international outreach and impact.

Preconference and Offline Event : The 3rd IGEN conducted five Pre-conferences online and four offline events and student competitions before the final event kickstart. Preconference 01 was conducted on 26th July, 2025 with a theme on "COP 30 Preview: Engineering Action for a Net Zero Future". Preconference 02 was conducted on 02nd August 2025 with a Panel discussion on "From Soil to Sky: The Panchabhutas Path to Ecological Wisdom". Preconference 03 was on 9th August 2025 with IGEN Partners Conclave with the theme centered on "Panchabhutas for Global Climate Justice: Pathways to COP 30". Preconference 04 was a youth innovation pitch with 17 youth speakers sharing their views on "Panchabhutas Innovations: Sustainable Products for a Balanced Planet" conducted on 24th August, 2025. Preconference 05 was conducted on 6th September 2025 with International Speakers from across the globe with a theme on "Harmonizing the five elements: Pathways to a Sustainable Future through SDGs and COP30.
Earth element offline event was conducted on 25th August 2025 with the theme on "Limited Resources Unlimited Greed" at Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering Research and Technology, Chandrapur. Water offline event - "Blue Pulse 2025: Conclave on water wisdom for a climate - resilient future" was conducted on 28th August, 2025 at Anna University, Chennai. Fire offline event - "AGNIFEST 2025" was conducted on 08th September, 2025 at Peri Institute of Technology. Air offline event was conducted on 9th September, 2025 with a Panel discussion on "Air We deserve- Ensuring a Breathable Future" at Stella Mary's College of Engineering.

Competition : Various student competitions were conducted element-wise. For Earth element- the competitions are Climate smart crop design contest and Zero food waste innovation challenge. For water element- the competitions are safe water and hygiene poster competition and river speaks- video monologue contest. For fire element - the competitions are Bio-energy waste to power innovation and Green Industry Case study Challenge. For Air element- the competitions are Voice like the Wind Arguments that move the air and Topic zone: Air climate and clean future. For Space element- the competitions are Space for Peace: Debate competition and Story telling video contest.

Conference website @ https://conference.theigen.org/environthon25/2025/index.php

The Marathon Exclusive Program Book @ https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7372468949059428354

MARATHON SEP 13-14 REPORT 2025 : The Institution of Green Engineers' President Dr L. Ramesh opened IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 with his thematic address. A brief explanation of 36 hrs MARATHON's program schedule was given by Er D. Gokul (Director IGEN & Organising Chair IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025). IGEN Directors - Dr. Akila, Dr. Balamurugan, Dr. Sentil S, Dr. Suresh, Dr. Rengarajan and Dr. Madan wished success of ENVIRONTHON 2025 when the session started at 9.45am on 13th September, 2025. Organizing secretaries Dr. Ishrat Meera Mirzana and Dr. Preetha Mary George had coordinated the complete event along with element heads and other organizing members.
The offline inauguration of #IGENEnvironthon2025 was held at the ITEF Professional Development Conference in Chennai Trade Centre, Tamil Nadu, in the presence of ITEF Chairman Er. P. Krishna Jegan, Er. C. Selvam, and Er. Muthu Kumar. The event featured the unveiling of the official poster and the release of the Pre-Proceedings Handbook, accompanied by a thematic address from the ITEF leadership on climate adaptation, sustainable engineering, and the Panchabhutas framework, reinforcing the collective commitment to the UN SDGs and COP30.

The Live Video of 36 Hrs MARATHON available at IGEN SDGPlus Channel in four Parts
Part 01 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsRT-luGwwg&t=29472s
Part 02: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kEZ0tBEKm4
Part 03: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmhGiZJEdq0
Part 04: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq7CunV4qpI

EARTH Element Action : The Earth element session started at 10 am on 13th September, 2025 by the Element head Dr. Anjum Qureshi inviting the inaugural speaker - Dr. Sultan Ahmed Ismail, Member, State Planning Commission, Government of Tamil Nadu. Keynote address for element earth was presented by Ms. Kamini Singh, Founder- Addysan Innovations. The international speaker's session - "Earth - Our Common Ground: International Research & Wisdom Meet" was moderated by Dr. Esther Mala, Elegant Empire Education, Malaysia. The winners of the earth student competition were declared during the online session by Dr. Vasanthi Reena Williams.

The National Panel on Academic Insights on the Earth Element was started with opening remarks by Dr. M. Marsaline Beno, Vice President, IGEN and moderated by Dr. Vasanthi Reena Williams. Three Start-ups presented their work during the session - "From Ground to Growth: Sustainable Startups for the Earth Element". Paper presentation session titled "Nurturing the EARTH: Pathways to a Sustainable Future (Prithvi) - Aligned with SDG 1, 2, 5,10,12, 13, 15 & COP30" was coordinated by Managing Editors - Dr. E. Kavitha and Dr. R. Rajeswari, supported by paper organizing head- Mrs. Mallika Karthick. Youth Dialogue: Grounding Global Diplomacy on the Earth Element by youth speakers was moderated by Nusrat Qureshi. Green Intelligence: AI as a Catalyst for a Sustainable earth was presented by Dr. M. Akila, CEO, Metastage Alliance. Building Sustainable Homes for a better life by Er. Titus Thanga Primus, Managing Director, SWANDRA Constructions. Valedictory address for the element earth was presented by Dr. Manpreeth Singh Manna, Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University. Session ended at 3 PM on 13th September, 2025.

At 3.00 PM, Special address - The Panchabhutas Pathway to a Self-Sustaining Planet by Padmabhusan - Dr. Sivathanu Pillai, Father of Brahmos, IGEN Board of Governors. Our title Sponsor partners International Tamil Engineers Forum (ITEF) - ITEF chairman - Er. P. Krishna Jegan, Er. C. Selvam, Managing Director, Er. Muthu Kumar, Director, Operation(WT) unveiled the Inaugural poster and released the handbook of IGEN Environthon 2025 at Professional Development Conference of ITEF at Chennai Trade Center.

WATER Element Action : The Water element session started at 6PM on 13th September 2025 by the Element head Dr. K. Manimala inviting the inaugural speaker - Er. Elango Rangaswamy, Model village innovator, Man of the year award winner, The week. Keynote address for element water was presented by Prof. Hadas Mamane, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tel-Aviv University (TAU), Israel. The international speaker's session - "Flowing Futures: Global Research Perspectives on Water" was moderated by Dr. S. Sangeetha, College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University. The winners of the water student competition were declared during the online session by Dr. S. Sangeetha. Jal Chintan: National Academic Deliberations on Water was started with opening remarks by Dr. M. Marsaline Beno, Vice President, IGEN and moderated by Dr. S. Bhuvaneshwari, Computer Science Department, Dr. M.G. R ERI. Two Start-ups presented their work during the session - "AquaPreneurs: Pioneering Start-ups for Water Sustainability". Paper presentation session titled "WATER Matters: Pathways to Clean and Sustainable Use - Aligned with SDG 6, 11, 12, 13, 14 & COP30" was coordinated by Managing Editors - Dr. E. Kavitha and Dr. R. Rajeswari, supported by paper organizing head Dr. D. Lakshmi. "The Blue Pact: Youth MUN on Water and Sustainability" on the Water Element by youth speakers was moderated by Dr. S. Sangeetha. Valedictory address for the element water was presented by Dr. Susan Raj, CEO, Sustainable Arogya Awas Foundation (SAAF). The session ended at 11PM on 13th September 2025.

COP 30 Action : At 11PM on 13th September 2025, Cosmos to Consciousness -A Conclave to Confluence the Convergence was carried out with Speakers as AMB. HE. Dr. Srividhya Sukumar, Director, ED-U-GATE Global UAE and Prof. Dr. Jelena Boskovic, Academician of IRASA, Republic of SERBIA. "COP CHAIR Roundtable on COP at a Glance: Milestones, Mechanisms, and Missions" was coordinated and moderated by AMB. HE. Dr. Srividhya Sukumar. Expert talk show on "Heat , Health and Hope - Addressing Fuel Poverty for a Just Transition" was presented by Mr. Praveen Tomer, Head of Data Automation, UK . A talk show by Dr. M. Mubina Begum, Director and Senior Secuirty Specialist, SJ Infotech Pvt. Ltd., Singapore on "Digital Defenders of Nature: AI and Cybersecurity for Environmental Sustainability" was well taken by the participants at 1.45 am on 14th September 2025. "Technological Intelligence for Ecological Balance" by Mr. Husain Bathushaw, IT Director, Reste Laboratories Pvt Ltd., Singapore was very interesting. Talk on "Justice Beyond Borders: Global Climate Conversations" was given by Dr. Marites D. Olea, President/ Founder- International Organization of Educators and Researchers Inc.., Editor - Chief- Asia Pacific Journal of Advanced Education and Technology ( APJAET), President- IOER International Institute Inc.., Philippines. "From Elements to Algorithms: Panchabhutas in the Age of ArtificiaI Intelligence" - a panel discussion was coordinated and moderated by Dr. F. Fareeza. Expert talk on "Critical Materials and Sustainability" was presented by Ms. Subathra Rajendran, Founder and CEO, Aatral ESP. These COP 30 session from 11PM, 13th September 2025 to 5AM, 14th September 2025 was coordinated by the organizing head - Dr. T. Anuradha and coordinator - Dr. C. Priya.

FIRE ELEMENT Action : The fire element session started at 5AM on 14th September 2025 by the Element head Dr. P. Selvaraj inviting the inaugural speaker - Mr. B. B. Mehta, Director (SDLC) & Chief Load Despatcher, Odisha Power Transmission Corp. Ltd., Odisha. Keynote address for element fire was presented by Dr. Leena James, Global SDG 5 Hub Chair United Nation Academic Impact Head SDG Cell - Christ University. The international speaker's session - "The Flame of Inquiry: International Research Dialogue on Fire" was moderated by Dr. Madhan Kumar, Director, IGEN. The winners of the fire student competition were declared during the online session by the coordinators- Er. R. Tamilamuthan and Dr. Richa Sinha. Agni Vimarsh: National Academic Panel on the Fire Element was started with opening remarks by Dr. M. Marsaline Beno, Vice President, IGEN and moderated by Dr. B.S.Sagar, Reva University, Bangalore. Two Start-ups presented their work during the session - "Agni-Tech: Start-ups Innovating with the Power of Fire". Paper presentation session titled "Burn and Bloom: FIRE Role in Ecosystem Renewal (Agni) - Aligned with SDG 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 17" was coordinated by Managing Editors - Dr. E. Kavitha and Dr. R. Rajeswari, supported by paper organizing head Dr. R. Zahira. "Sparks of Change: Youth MUN on the Fire Element" on the fire element by youth speakers was moderated by Er. R. Tamilamuthan. Valedictory address for the element fire was presented by Dr.Chinnaiyan, ProVC , Lingayas Vidyapeeth University. The fire element sessions completed at 10am on 14th September, 2025.

AIR ELEMENT Action : The air element session started at 10AM on 14th September 2025 by the Element head Dr. P. Thanuja inviting the inaugural speaker - Dr. Uma Rajarathanam, Head, Energy Transition Advisory, nxzen, Bangalore". Keynote address for element air was presented by Dr. K. Krishnamurthi, Waste and chemical Toxicity Assessment SCIR- NEERI, Nagpur. The international speaker's session - "Winds of Change: Global Research Meet on Air" was moderated by Dr. Rania Lampou, STEM Instructor and Researcher, Greek Astronomy & Space Company. The winners of the air student competition were declared during the online session by the coordinators- Dr. K. Suba and E. Anjali. Vayu - From Ecology to Wellbeing: Academic Perspectives was started with opening remarks by Dr. Sentil Kumar, Director, IGEN and moderated by Dr. K. Suba, Sairam Engineering college. Three Start-ups presented their work during the session - "From Breath to Breakthrough: Air Start-up Showcase". Paper presentation session titled "AIR We Deserve: Ensuring a Breathable Future (Vayu) - Aligned with SDG 3, 9, 11, 13 ,17" was coordinated by Managing Editors - Dr. E. Kavitha and Dr. R. Rajeswari, supported by paper organizing head Dr. Renuka Devi. "From Smog to Solutions: Youth MUN on Air" on the air element by youth speakers was moderated by Dr. E. Suba and Dr. B. Thanuja. Valedictory address for the element fire was presented by Dr.Priestly Shan, Vice Chancellor, Alliance University. The session ended at 3PM on 14th September, 2025.

SPACE ELEMENT Action : The space element session started at 3PM on 14th September 2025 by the Element head Dr. Pradipta Mukhopadyay inviting the inaugural speaker - A P M J Sheik Dawood, Co-Founder of the APJ Abdul Kalam International Foundation. Keynote address for element space was presented by Dr.Gopal krishnan, Founder CEO, India technology congress association. The international speaker's session - "The Scientific Dimensions of Space: International Research Panel" was moderated by Dr. Rania Lampou, STEM Instructor and Researcher, Greek Astronomy & Space Company. The winners of the space student competition were declared during the online session by the coordinator- Ms. Aditi Srivastava. Boundless Horizons: Academic Reflections on the Element of Space was started with opening remarks by Dr. J. Balamurugan, Vice President, IGEN and moderated by Dr. Preetha Mary George. Two Start-ups presented their work during the session - "Cosmic Ideas: Entrepreneurial Showcase on Space". Paper presentation session titled "Nurturing the Final Frontier: Sustainable SPACE (Akash) - Aligned with SDG 4, 7, 8, 16, 17 & COP30" was coordinated by Managing Editors - Dr. E. Kavitha and Dr. R. Rajeswari, supported by paper organizing head Prof. Karunakaran. "Voices of Infinity: Youth MUN on Space" on the space element by youth speakers was moderated by Davis. Valedictory address for the element fire was presented by Dr.G.Viswanathan, Rector/Dr.MGR Educational and Research Institute, Former Vice Chancellor of Anna university. The session ended at 8PM on 14th September, 2025.
The valedictory of IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 kick started on 14th September 2025 with Dr. Jayrajan, Past Chairman, The Institution of Engineers India (TVLC), Rtd. Chief Engineer, the Chief Guest gave the felicitation speech and appreciated all the volunteers who gave of their time to organise the MARATHON. Mr. G. Sunder Ranjan, Poovulagin Nanbargal, was the valedictory chief guest and delivered the valedictory address. We had report presented by all the Element heads, coordinators of COP 30 and Paper managing editors. All the IGEN Directors have appreciated the efforts of the entire team of Environthon 2025.

All of the PANCHABHBUTHAS element staff coordinators who devoted their important time to wrapping up the Marathon Big Success are commended and appreciated by Dr. L. Ramesh and Er. Gokul. The student lead coordinators -Davis & Team; Niranjan & Team, Satish & Team, John Wilfred Thomas & Team, Ranjith Kumar & team, Kupparajan & team, Sai Dinesh & Team, Mano Abhishek & Team, Yuvraj & Team, Ramakrishna & Team and Uday Kumar & Team and team members who contributed to the planning and execution of the Marathon received another salute of appreciation.

The event was a grand success with the support from ITEF, International partners, Element heads, coordinators, moderators under the guidance and support of the IGEN directors, Student volunteers and the participants.

COLCLUSION: IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 wasn't merely a marathon or record attempt. It stood as a movement for sustainable change, encouraging grassroots participation and the integration of ecological awareness into academic, industrial, and policy frameworks. The 3rd Edition of IGEN Environthon 2025 concluded as a landmark global initiative, setting new benchmarks in collaborative climate action and earning recognition in both the Limca Book of Records and the World Book of Records, London, for successfully hosting the world's longest 36-hour virtual climate solutions marathon. Anchored in the philosophy of the Panchabhutas (Five Elements), the event brought together academia, industry leaders, youth representatives, innovators, policymakers, and global partners to deliberate on sustainability and produce 18 strategic recommendations aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and COP30, which will be submitted to international, national, and local authorities for policy consideration and implementation. Key highlights included the release of the "Handbook of Panchabhutas" with 45 scholarly contributions, a series of pre-conferences, offline thematic events, and student competitions across all five elements, along with vibrant participation from start-ups and youth innovators driving forward-thinking solutions. Supported by strong academic collaborations, global partnerships, industry sponsors, and the tireless efforts of volunteers and student leaders, the Environthon transcended its record-setting achievement to become a global movement for sustainable change, fostering grassroots participation, integrating ecological wisdom with technological innovation, and laying a powerful foundation for collective action toward a greener, more resilient, and sustainable future for generations to come.
Report By : Dr Ishrat Meera Mirzana & Dr Preetha Mary George (Organising Secretaries)

Our sincere thanks to every soul who stood with us-your passion and dedication made IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 a beacon of hope and action for a sustainable future : Er D. Gokul (Organising Chair & Director IGEN)

WE4GREEN - "Change begins within - align your heart, balance the Panchabhutas, act for climate control, and commit to sustainable action for a thriving planet" 🌱 - Dr L. Ramesh (President IGEN)
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