Founding Gardener, TIEEDI
Utsow Pradhan grew up in the lush hills of Kurseong, Darjeeling, fostering a deep connection with nature. After a successful stint as National Product Head at Next Education India Pvt. Ltd., he discovered Permaculture, linking regenerative living with climate action.
In 2016, he founded TIEEDI, leading climate action in Darjeeling through Zero Waste, Responsible Tourism, and Environmental Education. Utsow, a certified Permaculture Designer, has been recognized as a Local Environment Champion by Scavengers Darjeeling (2019), Young Indians, Siliguri (2022) and by COFAM India in 2024.
The work of TIEEDI has been recognised under the following platforms:
1. Outlook Responsible Tourism Award Winner 2021 - Sustainable Leaderships under the homestay category
2. SABERA – Social and Business Enterprise Responsible Awards National Winner for three consecutive years 2021, 2022 and 2023.
3. CNBC Thinkers of Tomorrow Award - East Zone April 2022
4. Green Entrepreneur Award by COFAM, North Bengal University, August 2024
A workshop that ushers you to the regenerative world of Permaculture ethics and principles. Learn to live and work together with Mother Nature.
This workshop addresses the critical soil crisis affecting our urban landscapes, providing you with essential knowledge and practical skills to make a real difference. It is a repeat workshop to Soilstry 1.0
This workshop addresses the critical soil crisis affecting our urban landscapes, providing you with essential knowledge and practical skills to make a real difference.