National Battery Day is observed every year on the 18th of February. This day is meant to recognize battery technology and how it has shaped the world.

Do you know why 18th Feb is selected? Because it is the birthday of Alessandro Volta, an Italian Scientist who invented the first true battery in 1800.

Batteries power so many things in our daily lives so it is very important to remember to responsibly recycle batteries once they reach their end-to-life. We should not only appreciate the role of batteries in our energy future but also consider how they can affect our environment.

Let us all do the pledge to spread awareness about the recycling of batteries:

• SPEAK UP When you See People throwing Batteries in the Trash.
• REACH OUT to others and spread awareness of recycling batteries properly.
• SERVE mother earth to make it a better place to live in.

In honour of National Battery Day, Go Sharpener came up with the theme “Importance of Recycling E-Waste” to demonstrate how critical batteries are to society. Plus we gave this chance to all of you to contribute and motivate others with the ways how to recycle e-waste using the hashtag #EWasteHero.

To have you all interestingly learn more, the following are the event types to participate in and showcase your talent on our platform.

• Video Creator: There is no limit to creativity these days, you can make a creative video of yourself on the theme of the given activity and use the hashtag #Creator

• Dance Champs: Dance brings in a festive mood and enthusiasm among us as well as spectators. You can make a fun and inspirational dance video and use the hashtag #Dancer

• Artists: This is yet another activity where you can showcase your art and craft work by using the hashtag #Artist

• Techno Geek: This is the way that is both fun and informative. Display your creative skills, especially with the availability of technology using the hashtag #Techguru

• Just a min: Make a one-minute speaking video to motivate others through your words related to sustainable development goals. Use the hashtag #Speaker

• Sustainability superstars: We are encouraging our youth to work towards achieving sustainable goals, you can share your good work here and create an impact.

Now let’s check out some of the outstanding entries that we have received:

• Yamini Malik from Mount Abu Public School portrayed her artwork while spreading the wonderful message of recycling e-waste. We acknowledge her artistic post.

• Jyotsana Chaudhary from New Rainbow Public School spoke in a confident way that expressed her views about the importance of recycling e-waste and how it can affect our environment.

• Lavanya Bhardwaj from Ryan International School made this speaking video and shared the message to save the planet where ‘when we refuse to reuse, It’s the Earth we abuse’.

• Ishwar Aggarwal from Vivekanand School showcased his art with the clear message of ‘Swachh Bharat’ and to work on achieving sustainable goals by recycling for the betterment of our future.

• Mahi Gupta from Manav Rachna International School gave this amazing message through her artwork “Your better future isn’t away if you start recycling today’.

It is interesting to see how far we have come but there’s a long way to go to achieve sustainable goals. GoSharpener wants to highlight the efforts that you guys are putting in to create a positive impact towards society. Stay active & keep up the good work.

Stay tuned for the next blog that will cover World Wildlife Day.

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