The invention of Zero, the most exquisite jewel in India’s crown and its biggest ever cultural product, revolutionised the world of science. It was proudly exported to the rest of the world and its impact is seen even today in smart phones and computers (binary language). Aryabhata, credited with the invention of the ‘game changer’ Zero, is acknowledged as the Father of Indian mathematics as he made major contributions in the fields of trigonometry and algebra.

On 1 November 2021, modern India made a bold pledge at COP26 in Glasgow – to give the world another diamond from her crown… Zero Carbon! A very ambitious 2070 target for India because we are the world’s third-biggest emitter of greenhouse gases. While India prepares the Zero Carbon roadmap of downward trajectories, it is the duty of every citizen to participate in the decarbonisation journey to shudh India. On this Quit Carbon Emission pathway of collective global interest, each of us has to be conscious of our carbon footprint. Our schools must be at the heart of this Zero Carbon transformation because schools spark and galvanise community change. They are well positioned to harness the positive and resilient energies of young minds and keep them focused on the Earth’s health each time a decision must be taken.

Be inspired and see amaz(ero)ing things happen through the Zero Out Carbon (ZOC) campaign.

Jai Zero! Proud to be an Indian!

Fr. Magi Murzello

(Founder, ZOC2070)