~ Launched today, the
third E-Base powered on renewable energy also aims to act as a platform for
future explorers~
~ Brings together sustainability
experts, climate change and explorers from across 6 nations for the first of
its kind Global Himalayan Expedition (GHE) in Ladakh ~
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New
Delhi, 12.08.13: With an aim of connecting the local Ladakhi culture
to the world, and to empower creation of a window for future explorers to
research on the environment and the Ladakhi landscape, the world’s 3rd
Education Base has been set up in Ladakh.
By creating a foundation based on the three pillars
of Sustainable Energy Structure, E-learning Knowledge Centre & Local
Acceptance, the World’s ‘Third E-Base’ located at Mahabodhi in Ladakh will act
as a bridge between the local Ladakhi community and the outside world. The
E-base will also be a window for local students to connect with global
educators & researchers. It will also educate local students on the latest
in Science, Technology & Arts and will host visiting faculties to cover
relevant topics. For the global community, the ‘Third E-Base’ will provide a
platform to understand Ladakhi culture and their sustainable lifestyle and
increase its socio-cultural setup.
Inaugurated by the world famous polar explorer, Sir
Robert Swan, Order of British Empire (OBE), the first person to have walked
to both the poles of Earth, the Third E-Base’s concept has been instituted by
Sir Swan who prior to this initiative has built two E-bases at the South Pole
and Pench Forests in Madhya Pradesh.
Sir
Robert Swan elaborates, “E-base’s have been a real support
function to our work. This 3rd Pole E-Base will be a multi
dimensional base, supporting the local population and acting as a repository
for future explorers and sustainability experts. We know that work is happening but we can’t
be working in silos. We wanted thought leaders in this domain to come together
to a place which is a perfect example for sustainable living. We wish to
establish a perfect setting for the world to learn more about climate change
and comprehend the need to promote renewable energy, preservation and
conservation practices in their areas of operations. 2041 will extend all
possible support to this initiative."
Luminous
Power Technologies Ltd, India’s leading Power
Solutions Company has powered up the designated E-base through its solar
offerings thus enabling education and cross-cultural learning as a way forward
to tackle ecological and global challenges. The ‘Third E-Base’ will run
exclusively on sustainable power technology products comprising of Solar
Panels, Solar Home UPS and Solar Batteries being provided by Luminous Power
Technologies. The Third E-Base will serve as a connecting medium for
educational, environmental and energy initiatives between the local population
and the global audience.
Manish Pant, Managing Director of Luminous Power Technologies
says, “The future of our planet is
dependent on the justifiable usage of natural resources. By powering up the
‘Third E-Base’ our aim is also to take forward the messaging of Luminous Solar
offerings being versatile for heavy-duty usage across various challenging
environments. As is well known that only the toughest survive in the harsh
& testing climate of Ladakh, our aim is to demonstrate the product
excellence of Luminous Power Technologies and showcase our technological
expertise.”
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Bringing together a team of sustainability experts,
climate change and explorers from across 6 nations, the campaign will also see
the flagging off of the Global Himalayan Expedition (GHE) which is laden
with equipment and supplies for the 11 day Himalayan challenge ahead. This
inaugural edition of the Global Himalayan Expedition focuses on the holistic
Himalayan experience, stretching across pure adventure, cultural connect with
the local communities, and activities focused on local sustainability. The
expedition also aims to connect the world thought leaders and sustainability
experts to the region which is a perfect example of sustainable living in the
Himalayas.
The Global Himalayan
Expedition (GHE) revolves around three
different modes of negotiating the terrain – biking, trekking and rafting-
referred as the Tri-Adventure. The 2013 inaugural expedition of GHE will be
attended by sustainability experts, travelers and explorers from US, UK, UAE,
Nepal & Netherlands and will take them through remote villages and setups
across the Zanskar Valley. During the course of the
expedition the participants would also be connecting with the local communities
and support them through the provision of Special home lighting equipment provided
by Luminous.
The Global Himalayan
Expedition (GHE) is the brain child of Paras
Loomba, an engineer by profession and a sustainability expert and an avid
trekker, who post his Antarctica expedition last year conceptualized the
expedition in Ladakh this year. The idea was to bring the world focus to the 3rd
Pole and highlight stories of simple people shouldering extraordinary
responsibilities, and communities working unknowingly towards saving the
planet.
Paras elaborates, “My journey
to the South Pole was a transformational experience which made me realize the
need for a sustainable future. As well as raising awareness and establishing a
connecting with the local community, GHE is a unique opportunity to carry out a
number of scientific tasks in the extreme environment, which will make a
significant contribution to our understanding of the true effects of global warming closer to home. We thank all our
participants and our sponsors and partner organizations especially Mahabodhi
International Meditation Centre to have supported us throughout"
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About Global
Himalayan Expedition
The Global Himalayan
Expedition (GHE) is an annual 11 day experiential trip to the ‘Roof of the
world’, Ladakh in August 2013 and will be attended by Sir Robert
Swan, cycleforwater.com,
corporate, volunteers, nature & Adventure enthusiasts and environment
sustainability experts and stakeholders from all over the world. The
highlight of this expedition is the setting up of the World’s
3rd E-base at Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre in Leh.
Please visit www.ghe.co.in for
more information.
About Luminous
Power Technologies
Founded in 1988, Luminous Power
Technologies (P) Limited today is a leading company with a differentiated
portfolio of solutions for packaged power, diversified generation, electrical
control & safety and energy optimization.
With over 5000 employees, 7
manufacturing units, 28 sales offices and more than 55000 channel partners;
Luminous apart from its dominating position in the domestic market also has a
strong foothold worldwide. Awarded with the ‘Global Superbrand’ status for the
year 2011-12, ISO 50001:2011 certification and MNRE:CRISIL recognition,
Luminous is passionately committed to bring uninterruptible and alternate power
solutions to the customers that makes their life comfortable and efficient.
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