The 9th 1M1B Impact Summit was held at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, with 28 young changemakers from India taking center stage to showcase their innovative projects focused on AI and sustainability. The summit, organized by the non-profit 1M1B, aimed to highlight the role of youth-led innovation in advancing global sustainability and climate diplomacy. The theme of the summit was “Powering the Future with Green Skills and Youth Climate Diplomacy: Ground-Up Action for 1.5°C”.
The keynote address was delivered by Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva, who emphasized the importance of youth-led innovation in tackling climate change. The summit featured projects from young changemakers from India, UAE, and the US, showcasing transformative initiatives across AI, climate resilience, health, education, clean water, and circular economy.
Some of the notable projects included “NIRI”, an IoT-focused platform that promotes water conservation, “Bhoomi”, an AI-based affordable smart soil testing solution for sustainable farming, and “Khlore”, a fashion platform that connects conscious shoppers with verified sustainable fashion brands. Other projects included “Unboxed”, a project that rethinks everyday packaging for a greener tomorrow, and “Bloom”, a project that empowers adolescent girls through inclusive menstrual health education.
The summit also saw the formal launch of the “Youth Climate Diplomacy Program”, a flagship initiative under 1.5 Matters, a global movement curated by Manav Subodh, founder of 1M1B. The program aims to accelerate climate action and equip youth to represent India at international forums, reflecting India’s growing leadership in green innovation and sustainability.
The summit highlighted the growing role of youth in tackling climate change and the importance of empowering them to shape global climate solutions. As Manav Subodh said, “Through 1.5 Matters, Green Skills Academy leveraging AI, and Youth Climate Diplomacy, we are empowering youth to shape global climate solutions leveraging AI. These changemakers represent India’s new generation – young innovators solving global challenges and showcasing India’s soft power while advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.” The summit demonstrated the potential of youth-led innovation to drive positive change and advance the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.