All about Sadhguru's Save Soil movement
Many might wonder how to save soil, is it even living? Yes, soil can be considered a living entity, because one fistful of soil contains over eight billion microbes! It is the microbial activity in the soil that gives nutrition to plants, which we get by consuming plant produce. What if the microbes go extinct? Will humans be able to survive?
Why does this story matter?
Soil forms an important part of our ecosystem. It is because of soil that humans are able to grow healthy plants full of nutrition. In fact, healthy soil also fights climate change as it stores more carbon than all the forests on Earth. Healthy soil shields us from the dangerous impacts of natural events such as floods and droughts.
Why save soil?
In an interview with The Daily Show host Trevor Noah, Sadhguru stated that 27,000 microbes are going extinct every year due to industrial farming across the globe, and no replenishment of organic matter in the soil. If this continues, then in 30-40 years we won't be able to grow food. So, it is important to take a stand now and do something about it.
What is Sadhguru doing?
Yoga guru and Founder of Isha Foundation, Sadhguru has always been vocal about the conservation of natural resources. Although he initiated the concept of saving soil earlier, Sadhguru has now embarked on a 100-day solo journey during which he will visit 27 countries on a motorcycle. Covering a distance of 30,000 km he shall engage with world leaders and media to spread awareness.
Save Soil Movement
The movement seeks to empower governments to initiate policy-driven action to revitalize soil and prevent further depletion. In this attempt, the Movement aims to reach 60% of the world's electorate. The #SaveSoil Movement is supported by several global bodies including the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD); the World Food Programme (WFP); the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP); and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
How can you help?
This movement is all about generating awareness and getting more people involved. As Sadhguru said, for 100 days we should talk about saving soil. Those hundred days he travels and meets world leaders to get the matter enshrined into governmental policies, we have just a tiny task of talking about #SaveSoil. A post per day on social media is enough to do your part.
