Eco-Friendly Diwali: AI Solutions for Less Wasteful Celebrations
Aayushi Jain
AI suggests sending digital invitations via WhatsApp, Canva e-cards, or Paperless Post to eliminate paper usage.
AI recommends gifting reusable stainless steel water bottles, bamboo cutlery sets, or organic cotton bags instead of plastic-wrapped gifts.
Swap traditional oil lamps with solar-powered LED diyas or rechargeable electric lamps as AI-approved energy-saving alternatives.
AI suggests using flower-based or herbal smoke-free crackers and LED sparkler sticks instead of conventional fireworks.
AI-powered meal planners suggest using portion calculators to prepare exact servings, reducing leftover food and food waste.
AI recommends using kitchen compost bins or Bokashi fermentation kits for leftover vegetables, pulses, and peels to create garden fertilizer.
AI apps like Oroeco or Carbon Footprint Tracker calculate festival carbon emissions and suggest offsetting via tree-planting or clean energy donations.
Smart home AI (like Google Home or Alexa routines) can schedule LED string lights and smart bulbs to turn off automatically after peak use.
AI platforms suggest eco-friendly decor like paper-mâché lanterns, cloth buntings, and banana leaf serving plates for Rangoli instead of plastic alternatives.